1073 MILES+1 OF 1983 PRODUCED
MG RV8 3.9 2dr
£50,000
WITH ONLY 1073 MILES THIS SUPERB SUPER RARE MG RV8 IS AS NEW THROUGHOUT. 1 OF A TOTAL BUILD OF ONLY 1983 FINISHED IN OXFORD BLUE PEARLESCENT WITH CREAM LEATHER TRIM. Collectors/Investers this is a one off! Photos also showing underside. Out of the 1983 produced 1581 were supplied to Japan leaving just 402 for the UK and European Market . The MG RV8 was a hugely important step in the 1990's rebirth of MG Cars after more than a decade of only producing saloons and hatchbacks. Since Abingdon's closure in 1980, MG had been reserved for the Metro , Maestro and Montego and , although these cars were worthy, what enthusiasts really wanted was a new MG roadster . In creating the RV8, Rover very cleverly used a combination of off-the-shelf parts, such as the Range Rover's V8 engine and British Motor Heritage MGB bodyshell. So, in this re-incarnation of the MGB, the rubber bumper specification body was taken and modified to accept a new set of beautifully curvaceous outer panels. The 3.9-litre Range Rover EFi V8 engine developed 185bhp, and gave the RV8 enough power to crack six seconds for the 0-60mph run. A five-speed LT77 gearbox, derived from the Rover SD1 was used along with a new Salisbury axle. Very significant modifications were made to the suspension and brakes to bring the car up to date. The interior featured leather and burr elm facia and door cappings. Japan proved to be a successful market during the recession of the 1990's and, of the 1983 MG RV8's made, 1581 were sold out there, although many have subsequently come back home to the UK. Including this example that was repatriated in 2017
Key Info
- Odometer 1,073 Miles
- Fuel Type Petrol
- Transmission Manual
- fuel economy (combined)
- Road Tax
- Year 1995 (M)
- Body Convertible
- Engine Size 3.9L
- Colour
- Doors 2
Features
- Leather Trim
- Alloy Wheels
- Unused Hood Cover
- *FREE NATIONWIDE DELIVERY*
- *LOW RATE FINANCE AVAILABLE*
- CD Autochanger
Finance Options
Cost and Efficiency
Urban mpg
Extra Urban mpg
Combined mpg
Tax (6/12mo)
Euro Status
Insurance Group (1 - 50)
Security
* Cars registered on or after 01/04/17 with a list price of over £40,000 at first registration including those with 0g/km will pay a vehicle road fund licence surcharge for 5 years from the start of the second licence
Engine and Performance
0 - 62mph s
Top Speed mph
Max Power bhp
Max Power at
Max Torque lb-ft
Max Torque at
Engine Size
3.9L
Aspiration
Valve Gear
Cylinders
Cyl. ARR
Drive
Gears
Weights and Measures
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Dimensions (mm)
kght. mmWidth mmLength mm - Max Gross Weight
- Towing Weight (Braked)
- Towing Weight (Unbraked)
- Seats
Safety (NCAP)
- Adult
- Child
- Pedestrian
- Safety Assist
- Overall
Note: These figures show the typical specification for this vehicle, actual figures may vary.