17-inch split rims that add extra style and handling
Extra set of 17-inch Compomotive wheels available
Regularly used and loved for the last 20 years by the same owner
The Appeal
The MGR V8 was MG Rover’s last true roadster and therefore has a popular following. It wasn’t made in huge numbers and many were sent for export, so when one becomes available to buy, you can expect a lot of interest.
This one has been owned for the last 20 years by the same owner and it has been loved and used throughout that time. It has enjoyed a thorough maintenance regime and has received many little improvements over the years.
It sits resplendent on a set of 17-inch split rims of the same style of the original factory 15-inch versions, allowing the fitment of lower profile tyres. These coupled with a set of Spax adjustable dampers have improved the car’s handling immensely.
The owner has not cossetted the car, and it has been enjoyed on many touring holidays and adventures. It may show a few signs of that use with a few chips and scratches, but it is still a beautiful machine that just begs to be driven.
The History and Paperwork
There’s an extensive invoice history stretching back to 2004
An itemised list of expenditure shows just how well this car has been maintained over the last 20 years
Previous history from new is unavailable as the car was exported
Current valid V5c accompanies the car
The MoT certificate is valid until March 2024 with only a couple of minor advisories
MG R workshop manual is included in the sale in both disc and paper formats
The owner has provided a contact list of useful experts and organisations that specialise in the MGR, including the engineer used for all work on this particular car
The personalised number plate will be included in the sale
The Condition
Finished in Nightfire Red pearlescent.
Fitted with 17-inch split rim alloy wheels in lovely condition.
Spare set of 17-inch Compomotive Minilite style alloys with track tyres are available.
Good shine to the bodywork with some signs of use with stone chips to the bonnet.
Modest repair has been made on the driver’s door.
The driver’s seat has been reupholstered and is a good match to the passenger seat.
Good serviceable carpets that are protected by carpet mats.
Clean and tidy engine bay.
The underside appears in good order with a copious amount of underseal applied.
The folding hood is in good working order with a clear rear plastic screen.
Clear and working instrumentation on a clean dashboard.
Updated Pioneer stereo system has been fitted and comes with a complete guidebook.
The overall condition of the MG is good and bears just a few signs of use in the form of stone chipping to the front and a few incidental scratches here and there. There has been the need for a small repair on the top of the driver’s door, which has not been completed to the highest standard. Otherwise, the bodywork and trim is in good order and has a good depth of shine.
The leather interior is in good condition with the driver’s seat being reupholstered recently and is a good match to the passenger side. All the instruments appear to function as they should and there is an updated sound system installed providing CD and MP3 compatibility. The updated alloy wheels to 17-inch enhances not only the look but handling too.
An extra set of Compomotive alloys can be made available too if required. The owner also has a spare boot lid that has a luggage rack fitted to enable longer distance touring ability.
The Mechanics
3.9 Rover V8 power plant.
Engine was extensively overhauled in 2012.
RPi Engineering ignition amplifier fitted which gives much improved spark performance.
Uprated Spax suspension.
Standard manual gearbox which was overhauled in 2012.
Large file of invoices shows £20,000 spent on maintenance and improvements.
Useful phone numbers supplied by the owner. One of which is the Engineer that has maintained this car for 20 years.
This car has enjoyed an enviable maintenance regime over the last 20 years. It comes with a host of invoices and an itemised list of jobs and modifications undertaken along with the costs incurred. Something that will certainly inspire confidence in a new owner that this MG R has been lovingly used and maintained.
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