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£8,625 (Est: £8,000 - £10,000)

1989 MG Metro Turbo 1 of 29 examples believed to be left on UK roads

United Kingdom • 19 Jul 2025

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AI Listing Summary

This 1989 MG Metro Turbo is a rare find, believed to be one of only 29 left on UK roads. It's been recommissioned and is ready to drive, featuring its original handbooks and a smart interior, making it a desirable classic hot hatch.

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Condition 

7

The car is largely in original specification and smartly presented inside and out. It has had recent light mechanical recommissioning. There is slight wear visible, but no major damage is mentioned, suggesting a rating of Very Good.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

SAXXFXND1BD869434

Odometer:

85,199 miles

Reg Number:

G303NUE

RHD/LHD:

RHD

This is a proper little British hot hatch legend of the 90s! This MG Metro Turbo comes in traditional metallic green with famous red MG decals.

Becoming a very rare sight on the roads these days, this little mighty Metro turns heads everywhere it goes.

The car has recent had a light mechanical recommission and is ready to enjoy on the B roads this Summer.

The Metro Turbo was the essence of small car cool in the early 1980s but are now as rare as the proverbial hen’s teeth.

The formula was simple - take a lightweight, three-door hatch with the proven 1,275cc A-Series and add a turbo.

Featuring a Garrett T3 turbo, the engine was developed by Lotus Engineering, increasing power from 70bhp to 93bhp with a decent increase in torque and performance.

Subject to some minor recommissioning, service, and carburettor rebuild in 2023 to the sum of £1027.

Sporting smart interior in Grey Velour with red piping, MG motif, contrasting red seat belts, and red carpets throughout.

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£3,000

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£7,475

Median Price (Since 2020)

£22,400

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