1978 MG MGB GT 1.8

Price: £8,495.

AskCar lists 24 used MG MGB GT from 16 UK dealerships, as of 6 November 2026.

Overview

  • Make: MG
  • Model: MGB GT
  • Version: 1.8 Manual RWD 2dr (97 bhp)
  • Year: 1978
  • Mileage: 4,679 miles
  • Fuel: Petrol
  • Body: Coupe, 2 doors, 2 seats
  • Engine: 1.8 litres, 97 bhp
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Drive: Rear-wheel drive
  • Colour: Brown

About this car

This 1978 MG MGB GT is advertised with 4,679 miles on the clock. We first recorded this car for sale 112 days ago. Its advertised mileage matches the government's MOT record. The seller is Hardy's of Hampton Court, based in East Molesey. How to contact the dealer and its opening hours are on this AskCar page.

Stock data as of 6 November 2026.

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Time on sale

This 1978 MG MGB GT has been on sale for at least 112 days.

Price history

AskCar first saw this advert on 17 July 2026 at £6,995. Its asking price is now £8,495, £1,500 more.

Price changes recorded:

  • 17 July 2026: £6,995
  • 26 August 2026: £7,495
  • 28 August 2026: £7,245
  • 24 October 2026: £8,495

Mileage and MOT

It has had 16 MOTs. The latest, on 13 June 2018, passed.

There were no advisories at the latest test.

Mileage at that test: 4,316 miles, which matches the advertised 4,679 miles.

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