MG YB
Overview
| Produced: |
1951-1953, 1301 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Saloon,4 doors,4 seats |
Despite already being classed as outdated by 1951 MG (part of the Nuffeild organisation, although not for much longer!) launched a revised "Y-Type" saloon, the MG YB. This "new" model looked identical to the earlier YA version, only small trim details distinguished it from the earlier cars.
Improvements to the YB were mainly mechanical, these modifications included a front anti-roll bar, revised brake shoes and a hypoid-bevel axle. The YB had a combind rear brake drum and hub (single casting) fitted onto a splined half shaft. Performance was still rather pedestrian with a top speed of just over 70mph, handling was still good by comparison. The YB sold in steady numbers until the long awaited MG Magnette ZA arrived in 1953 to replace it.
Source: Motorbase
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1250cc | S4 OHV | MG T-type engine (XPAG) | 66.5mm x 90mm | 7.2 |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | Steering | Front Suspension | Rear Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 mph | 30.4 s | 27 mpg |
Auction Sales History
| Lot Num |
Description | Auctioneer | Date | Hammer Price | Hammer Price (inc premium) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 136 | MG YB Sports Saloon | Bonhams | 15 Jun 2013 | £1199.00 | £1380.00 |
| 228 | MG YB | Coys | 11 Jul 2009 | - | £15829.00 |
| 016 | MG YB Saloon | Brightwells Auctioneers and Valuers | 12 Mar 2008 | £1800.00 | - |
| 418 | MG YB Saloon | Bonhams | 22 Jun 2007 | £6000.00 | £6900.00 |
| 426 | 1953 MG YB | Coys | 1 Dec 2005 | Not sold | |
| 025 | MG YB (1952) | Bonhams | 29 Jun 2003 | - | £4830.00 |
| 258 | MG YB (1953) | RTS Auctions Ltd | 17 Aug 1997 | £3600.00 | - |
| 037 | MG Midget TD (1952) | BCA | 2 Jun 1997 | £10000.00 | - |
| 055 | MG Midget TD (1952) | ADT | 12 Jun 1995 | CHF11900.00 | - |
| 436 | MG YB (1953) | Sandown | 26 Nov 1994 | £3850.00 | - |
| 595 | MG Midget Series TD (1952) | Sothebys | 18 Jul 1994 | £10500.00 | - |
| 314 | MG YA (1952) | Sothebys | 4 Sep 1993 | £4000.00 | - |
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article |
Staff Car Sagas |
16 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics August 2006 | |||
| Staff Car Sagas - 1975 Ford Granada MKI Ghia Coupe-Matt Wright, 1966 Pontiac Parisienne-Jon Smith, 1981 Datsun laurel-Matt Jones, Triumph Vitesse-Brian Cox,. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer's Datafile - MG Y-Type |
162 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics October 1997 | |||
| Buyer's Datafile - MG Y-Type. | ||||
| Article |
Happy birthday faithful friend |
90 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car January 2012 | |||
| Happy birthday faithful friend - It's the car that introduced millions to sports car motoring, and in 2012 the MGB marks its half-century. Former owner Alastair Clements pays tribute. | ||||
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