1974 MG MGB GT V8

MGB GT V8 – Portuguese plate registration

Only 2,591 units built.

Exceptional project for a race car or road-going restomod, with a look clearly inspired by motorsport.

This is a rare MGB GT V8, offering outstanding technical and historical potential, ideal for those seeking a serious foundation for a high-level project, whether for track days, historic racing, or a performance-oriented restomod.

Included Components and Equipment

NEW body shell, with competition reinforcements and roll cage

Acrylic headlamp covers (competition style)

Panhard rod on the rear axle

Complete new wiring loom

T5 gearbox, with clutch and propshaft

Lightened and balanced flywheel

Upgraded clutch

Quaife limited-slip differential

Two differentials included:

original

alternative with shorter final drive ratio

Five original V8 wheels

Original 3.5 V8 engine, partially rebuilt (carburetted)

Kent Racing camshaft

Crankshaft reground and nitrided

Competition valve train kit (valves, valve springs and retainers)

New intake manifold for four twin vertical carburettors

Complete 4.0 fuel-injected engine (requires repair)

Ventilated front brake discs

Two electric cooling fans

Aluminium water radiator

Aluminium oil cooler

Highlights

Very rare and highly desirable base

Ideal for historic motorsport or an aggressive restomod

High-value package of included components

Project with exceptional scope for customisation and value appreciation

MGB GT V8 with Portuguese plate registration