Who among us hasn't wondered what it's like to get behind the wheel of a light, nimble ride that's propelled by a robust engine capable of knocking you back in your seat when you step into the accelerator? Or maybe you're among the fortunate few who have had that experience and can't wait to repeat it. Wonder or wait no longer. This 1977 MG MGB Restomod V8 is decked out in eye-catching, deep burgundy paint that was only recently applied beneath a radiant clearcoat, along with an assembly of chrome brightwork that's in clean condition. It wears a pair of side pipes and a functional hood scoop to give it a very cool, performance-centric appearance, and this compact ride is no mere poser. It's powered by an ultra-strong V8 engine that gives it top-tier capabilities.
Despite its relatively small stature, the MGB offers a surprising amount of shoulder and leg room inside, allowing it to accommodate full-size passengers without inducing claustrophobia. This affords the bucket seats, covered in unblemished tan vinyl, with a level of welcome adjustability. Everything inside the doors looks fresh. Not only do the seats show no perceptible wear, but the carpeting is well-fitted, and the dash area really presents nicely, with a set of digital gauges in the instrument cluster and a dash pad across the top that is free from any cracking or warpage. A JVC AM/FM/CD stereo stands by at the center of the dash, ready to supply your own personal soundtrack for your journeys.
Beneath the hood lurks a 347-cubic-inch V8, an ultra-potent rendition of Ford's universally respected 302 small block that's been a hugely popular powerplant choice among performance enthusiasts for decades. That's for good reason. The torque this engine packs is undeniable, creating a veritable thrill ride on wheels. Outfitted with a Competition Cam, fed by Holley Sniper electronic fuel injection and pairing with a four-speed automatic overdrive transmission that won't leave you dreading stop and go traffic, the stroked V8 is in fine form, starting up on cue, idling smoothly and offering every bit of the exhilarating acceleration you'd expect from it. A polished air cleaner and valve covers dress things up inside the compartment, while a set of long tube headers lead out to the side pipes that give this MG its standout appearance while minimizing backpressure.
HIGHLIGHTS
347-CUBIC-INCH V8 WITH COMPETITION CAM
HOLLEY SNIPER ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WITH OVERDRIVE
4-WHEEL POWER DISC BRAKES, WITH CHROME BOOSTER AND MASTER CYLINDER
FRESH BURGUNDY PAINT
16" WHEELS
PATRIOT SIDE PIPES
TAN VINYL UPHOLSTERY
BUCKET SEATS
DIGITAL GAUGES
CENTER CONSOLE
UPGRADED ALUMINUM RADIATOR WITH ELECTRIC FAN
JVC AM/FM/CD STEREO
BUILD RECEIPTS AND PHOTOS INCLUDED
Possessing outstanding curb appeal, along with a power-to-weight ratio that few other cars can even come close to matching, this 1977 MG MGB Restomod V8 would add true magic to any collector's garage. Call today!
