Season 1 (2005)

Choosing the Right Project
0.0

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

Taking the Engine Apart
0.0

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

Restoring the Bodywork
0.0

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

Repairing the Shell
0.0

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

Shaft Work
0.0

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

Refurbishing the Overdrive
0.0

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

Upgrading the Heater
0.0

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

Seating Arrangements
0.0

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

Rebuilding the Fueling System
0.0

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

Finishing Touches
0.0

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