July 1, 2005
Mark Evans embarks on a brand new project, aiming to transform a 1973 Chrome-bumpered MGB Roadster from an unloved rust-bucket int...Read more
July 8, 2005
In the second episode of An MG is Born, Mark strips the engine down step by step, starts work on the body-work and takes a trip to...Read more
July 15, 2005
Programme 3 sees Mark continuing to restore his 1973 MGB. While the body is away being bead blasted, it's the turn of the sills an...Read more
July 22, 2005
With the body of Mark's MGB back from the bead blasters, it's easy to see how much restoration work is now needed. New wings are f...Read more
July 29, 2005
More metalwork as Mark repairs the shell and fits new panels. It's a long hard slog. Meanwhile the engine is being overhauled with...Read more
August 5, 2005
The MGB rebuild starts in earnest. The rear axle is fitted to the shell withe new parabolic front springs. The front cross member ...Read more
August 12, 2005
Mark fits a new heater, but it's not without its problems. The pedal box is fitted and the clutch master cylinder is overhauled. ...Read more
August 19, 2005
Mark strips down his seats, door panels and centre console and takes their bare bones to the seat surgeons, Yvonne, Sandra and Ell...Read more
August 26, 2005
We find Mark glass bead blasting the engine inlet manifold - gorgeous. He goes on to fit it together with the new custom-made, cer...Read more
September 2, 2005
Mark is behind schedule so it's a frantic sprint for the finish - he has all the lights and shiny bits to fit as well as the boot,...Read more