1978 MGB Roadster – British Racing Green – Rover V8 Conversion

A truly special example of a classic British sports car, this 1978 MGB Roadster has been expertly upgraded for modern performance and long-distance touring, while retaining its timeless character.

Finished in iconic British Racing Green, this car benefits from a professionally installed 4.0-litre fuel-injected Rover V8, now running a modern FiTech fuel injection system for improved reliability, drivability, and efficiency. The result is effortless power delivery combined with strong, consistent performance in all conditions. Complementing this is the renowned Vitesse Mazda 5-speed gearbox conversion, offering smooth, reliable shifting and relaxed cruising at motorway speeds.

This particular car also boasts unique and highly desirable provenance — it has been driven and signed by the late great rally legend Paddy Hopkirk. Furthermore, it was featured in the article “The car MGB should have built but didn’t”, highlighting the exceptional quality and thought behind its build.

Key Features:

• 4.0 fuel-injected Rover V8 (FiTech system) – strong performance with modern reliability
• Vitesse Mazda 5-speed gearbox – improved drivability and touring capability
• Driven and signed by Paddy Hopkirk
• Featured in a recognised motoring article
• Full hood and tonneau cover
• Minilite-style wheels
• Sports Stainless steel exhaust
• MGRV8 factory bonnet
• Polybush suspension
• Recent Pirelli Cinturato period tyres
• Well-sorted and ready to enjoy

This is a car built to be driven — equally at home on winding B-roads or extended continental tours. The combination of classic styling, upgraded mechanicals, and notable history makes it a rare and highly desirable example.

A fantastic opportunity to own a usable, high-performance MGB with genuine provenance.

Built by us selling on behalf of my brother.