MGB Roadster Identification Numbers

[Packman]

Just bought a 1971 Roadster but am confused by the VIN and other plates. I have a Haynes Manual that explains some or it, such as the Car Number and the Commission Number but there is another plate rivited to the passenger side inner wing adjacent to the radiator that has a different number on it. Perhaps it is the Chassis Number???? If it is not the Chassis Number, can someone explain what it represents?

Thanks

[na]

Well done on getting your car Ian

that might be the body number, what is the number(?) or ask at MG BBS - http://www2.mgcars.org.uk/cgi-bin/gen5?runprog=mgb...

as you know I rcommend getting a owners Handbook and doing a full and proper 36,000 mile service

did we cover or do you know about "the donkey's dick" (?) a Search on here will get previous postings on it

links for you:-

Haynes for repair owner's Handbook for prevention - (Ref: 0052) http://www.mgocshop.co.uk/catalog/Online_Catalogue...

another very useful publication is the factory Parts Lists and Catalogues, these are available electronically on a DVD plus it includes owners Handbooks and Workshop Manual - http://www.rimmerbros.co.uk/Item--i-HMCC3006DVD

paper factory Workshop Manual - (Ref: 0001) - http://www.mgocshop.co.uk/catalog/Workshop_Manuals...

and just as a nice book with clear photos and loads of information the Original MGB: with MGC and MGB GT – http://books.google.co.uk/books?id=h2pqrXtZJZoC&am...