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£9,488 (Est: £10,000 - £12,000)
1973 MG B GT V8 Big-engined grand tourer with low indicated miles
United Kingdom • 6 Dec 2025
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AI Listing Summary
This 1973 MG B GT V8 is an early example with low indicated miles and retains its original specification, including a period colour scheme. While showing some age-related wear, it presents a fantastic opportunity to own a desirable classic grand tourer.
Condition
6
The car is described as being in good running order and well-loved, but it has age-related marks on the paintwork and some light pitting on the rear bumper and scuttle vent. The interior looks very original and in nice order. The car requires some reconditioning.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
GD2D1776G
Odometer:
68,500 miles
Reg Number:
VLN708M
RHD/LHD:
RHD
The MGB GT V8, introduced by MG in 1973, was a factory-built, eight-cylinder evolution of the popular MGB GT coupé.
Its creation was inspired by the success of independent conversions that proved the car’s chassis could comfortably handle more power than the standard four-cylinder engine.
MG engineers selected the lightweight Rover 3.5-litre all-aluminium V8 - originally derived from a Buick design - which provided strong performance without overwhelming the car’s balance.
The result was a refined, torquey grand tourer capable of smooth, effortless acceleration and long-distance cruising.
Despite its strengths, the model faced unfortunate timing: fuel crises, insurance concerns, and internal competition within British Leyland limited production to just a few thousand units before it ended in 1976.
Today, the MGB GT V8 is celebrated as one of the most desirable and capable factory MGs ever produced, blending classic British sports-car charm with V8 character and reliability.
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