Actually, MG never built a car like this. All the MGB V8s were MGB GTs.
Not that any of that matters here in the US. MG never sent us the V8. Why send a fast, V8 car to a country that is obsessed with fast, V8 cars, right? (The fact that the engine was used in Rovers sent to this country, and therefor already EPA certified, makes that decision even stranger.)
One of the interesting things about an MG V8 (whether it's a factory built car or a conversion) is that it weighs less than the 4 cylinder car. The aluminum V8 weighs around 40 lbs less than the iron 4 cylinder engine. More horsepower, less weight. What's not to like?The seller doesn't say whether he did the work on this car (or had it done) or whether it was done prior to his ownership, but is looks like it was done right. The engine has a mild cam in it and the gearbox is the ubiquitous T5 5 speed. The brakes and the suspension have been upgraded.
The seller says this car is his "primary driver". He says it's "well taken care of", but "far from perfect". He mentions that he prefers "driving over polishing". (I can relate to that!)This car may be "far from perfect", but it still looks very good. I'd love to own this car.
Located in Washoe Valley, NV, click here to see the eBay listing.