Highlights
- Older photographic restoration with sparing use since
- Very presentable car with light patina of age
- One of only 2,591 factory V8s
- Thick history file with lots of MOTs to verify mileage
- MOT and Tax exempt
The Appeal
Such was the demand for standard MGBs that it took the firm over a decade to finally turn the BGT into the mini E-Type that it had always threatened to be. They had tried this before with the MGC, but dropping in the lighter, lustier Rover V8 was an altogether more successful venture.
Despite that, just 2,591 V8-equipped BGTs left the factory before British Leyland rationalisation killed this most capable of coupes. Enthusiasts now seek these cars out because of their blend of burbling V8 and the familiar, compelling BGT qualities.
This Glacier White ’73 BGT V8 is an older restoration that has been well cared for since and sparingly maintained. With little use in recent years it presents a solid, very usable way into these great sports cars.
The History and Paperwork
- First UK registered on 15th November 1973
- Originally left the factory painted gold
- Colour change to Glacier White, one of just 513 cars in this colour from the factory, on 16th January 1982
- Detailed history supplied with car and shown in photographs recording restoration and owners
- Restored during 1991 and 1992 with detailed invoices and photographic record
- This work covered structural refurbishment as well as an engine rebuild
- Clutch, water pump, oil pump and service undertake in September 2015
- Unleaded conversion in July 2013
- Carburettor refurbished September 2015
- Lots of old MOTs verify mileage
- One of only 1,839 chrome bumper MG BGT V8s
- Last MOT expired 1th September 2016 with no advisories
- Has covered only 500 miles since the last MOT test in September 2015
The Condition
- Factory standard car finished in Glacier White with attractive V8 alloys
- Highly original specification right down to the ‘V8’ mud flaps
- Bodywork presents well with good panel fit and no visible corrosion
- Paintwork well kept but with some localised signs of age
- There is some crazing on the boot lid around the V8 badge
- The rear valance shows areas of touch up paint
- Chromework in good condition, complete and with no visible tarnishing
- Lights and glasswork undamaged with no visible misting or cracks
- Twin tailpipe exhaust
- Interior a pleasing mix of standard and upgrades features
- Wood veneer door cappings and trim to centre console in well kept condition
- Dashboard appears to have been refurbished and altered with addition of ammeter
- Brown factory carpets with brown leather seats in fair condition
- The seats show some signs of wear and loss of shape but are presentable
- Wooden gear knob and modern Sony CD player
- Some light wear to edges of dashboard are visible
- Three spoke Moto Lita wood-rimmed steering wheel
- Matching brown vinyl door cards in good order with wood-effect window winders
- Headlining appears to be original and is clean, unmarked and does not sag
- Boot area carpeted in brown with some fade but generally good condition
The Mechanics
- 3,528cc British Leyland Rover V8 engine
- Factory fitted with a 4 speed manual gearbox with overdrive on top gear
- Engine rebuilt in 1991-1992 with photographic records
- More recent work to clutch, water pump, oil pump and carburettors
- Car has covered few miles since this work was completed
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