£10,976 (Est: £6,000 - £5,000)
1981 MG B GT LE
SWVA • UK • 30 Apr 2026
Market Position:
Highest 20% of Past Sales
Track live values and receive listing alerts
Track live values and receive listing alerts
£10,976 (Est: £6,000 - £5,000)
1981 MG B GT LE
UK • 30 Apr 2026 • Lot 45
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This MGB GT Limited Edition is a rare, low-mileage example with only one former keeper and extensive history. Having been stored for 16 years and subsequently recommissioned, it presents a unique opportunity for collectors seeking a usable, appreciating classic.
Condition
7
The car is described as well-kept and highly original, presenting well and cherished throughout its life. It was stored for 16 years, preserving its condition. It has benefited from some recommissioning work, including a new battery and unleaded cylinder head. There is evidence of an earlier restoration in 1998. However, there's slight wear visible, suggesting it's not in perfect condition.
/ 10
38,937 miles
RHD
United Kingdom
RDB569W
1981
Auction
£10,976 (Est: £6,000 - £5,000)
1981 MG B GT LE
SWVA • UK • 30 Apr 2026
Market Position:
Highest 20% of Past Sales
Track live values and receive listing alerts
Description
In Brief:
A fantastic example of the rare MG B GT LE
Finished in Pewter Grey Metallic over a cloth interior Owned by The Vendor for the last 2 years 1 former keeper 1 of 580 LE examples produced Genuine 38,937 miles from new
Auctioneer’s Notes:
A well-kept and highly original example of the desirable 1980 MGB GT Limited Edition, finished in the correct Pewter Grey Metallic over a cloth interior.
With just one former keeper and displaying a remarkably low and genuine 38,937 miles from new, this is a particularly appealing example of one of the final iterations of the much-loved MGB GT.
Accompanied by a Heritage Certificate and benefitting from careful long-term ownership, this Limited Edition model presents a rare opportunity to acquire a low-mileage, well-preserved example of a sought-after classic - on par with, if not superior to, the example sold in our Winter 2026 sale.
Maintenance & Condition:
The vehicle presents well, having clearly been cherished throughout its life...
Price Analysis vs Other B GT Limited Editions
£900
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£3,420
Median Price (Since 2020)
£72,086
Highest Price (Since 2020)
World Record
If this vehicle sells at the mid-point of its estimate it will set a new world record for the [enter model]
Highest 20% of Past Sales
Compared to previous sales, the sale price placed this vehicle in the highest 20% of past sales for the B GT Limited Edition.
Lowest Price
If this vehicle sells at the mid-point of its estimate it will be the lowest price we've seen for the [enter model]
Average Price
The mid-point of the vehicle's estimate places it near the average price we see for the [enter model]
Rare Sale
This vehicle comes to market rarely. In auction records we've only seen [enter number] sold before
Icon
This vehicle is an icon of the game. Any collection would benefit from having one
Previous B GT Limited Edition Sales
MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 26th Mar 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
38,907 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 18th Mar 2026, 38,907 miles
Passed
On 27th Mar 2025, 38,469 miles
Passed
On 23rd Jan 2008, 38,151 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On 15th Dec 2006, 32,775 miles
MOT Mileage Trend
Gallery
People Also Viewed - Historic
Auction House Headquarters
SWVA
61-62 Aston Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate, Poole, Dorset, BH17 0NE, England
Operating from Poole, Dorset, SWVA is a physical auction house dealing in classic, vintage, and modern classic vehicles. They hold regular live auctions and offer vehicle consignment and appraisal services.
Insurance
