1974 MG MGB GT

1974 MG B GT V8, finished in it’s original Aconite Purple, with contrasting velour interior. 

This is an original factory V8, not a conversion, and is one of just 92 factory V8’s that left the factory in this colour. It’s one of the last chrome-bumper models.

In standard specification with the exception of a) the front valance spoiler, b) SPAX upright shock absorber conversion, electronic ignition, and the period Motorola radio has been adapted with an AUX input. 

The last owner, a serious enthusiast with his own fully equipped workshop, bought the MG in 2005 and, between 2009 and 2011, carried out a complete bare-metal restoration on the vehicle, returning it to it’s original colour scheme. It remains in outstanding condition and is a real credit to him. 

I have a good file of bills from the restoration with it and MOTs back to 1995 

It’s covered around 16000 miles since the restoration (which included a full engine rebuild) and has always been garaged since, and not used in the wet or the winter. 

Odometer reading 36279 although I think this has been round the clock, so I'm selling it as ‘mileage presumed incorrect’ to avoid any misunderstandings. There are 2 sets of keys. 

If you’re familiar with MGB’s but have never driven a V8, a fully-sorted one like this is an absolute revelation as the engine suits the car perfectly and gives it the sort of smooth, effortless performance, that the usual 1800cc 4 cylinder cars can only dream of. High speed cruising with the standard overdrive engaged is a doddle. 

It’s in absolutely fantastic condition throughout,