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1978 MG MGB GT V8 Restomod

Car & Classic
Chichester, Sussex, United KingdomManual
SoldJul 9, 2026
Sold for$31,069 (23,500 GBP)
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Summary
This 1978 MGB GT has been comprehensively restored and fitted with a Rover V8 producing nearly 200 bhp, paired with a five-speed manual gearbox. The bare-shell, glass-out rebuild was completed in 2023 and the car has covered only 3,500 miles since. It features a retrimmed interior with MX5 seats and won Best in Show at a local car show in August 2025.
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Quantity
Most Recent Sale
Year
17 (2%)
Sep 7, 2026
Color
Blue
21 (3%)
Oct 15, 2026
Transmission
712 (94%)
Nov 2, 2026
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  • Jul 9, 2026
    Car & Classic
    Sold· this listing
    $31k
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Woodsy9•••• Apologies but I have already explained that the engine numbers are partly obscured by the n/s exhaust manifold and ... View more
Kereszh•••• I just don't want to bother w/everything to get it here◇ magical MOTORING John-David NM USA
cobolma•••• There have been multiple questions about the engine and the engine number both in this auction listing. I note mine ... View more
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