Description
The Bolesworth Castle September 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction
Sunday, 22nd September 2024
1996 MG RV8
Registration - P435 YAE
Chassis No. - SARRAWBMBMG002009
M. O. T. - May 2025
Odometer - 33, 291
This iconic MG RV8 in Woodcote Green was built in 1994 and, like so many RV8s, exported to Japan. It was reimported to Britain in 2002, and registered on 24 June. It has four former keepers, and the vendor has owned it since August 2015. It is described as being very well looked after, with ‘good’ body and paintwork that retains its metallic shine. A welcome update is a replacement mohair roof, while the interior veneers have also been replaced. It comes with a history file including the original owner’s handbook, MG RV8 repair manual, a collection of invoices for parts and servicing, old MOT certificates, plus two sets of keys and three immobiliser remote fobs.
‘P435YAE’ has a set of Minilite alloy wheels, with the originals also included. Prior to 2009, the original windscreen surround was replaced by a carbon fibre replacement, and the only body blemish is one small dent just below the bootlid, which is fitted with a classic luggage rack. Inside, the air conditioning unit has been removed to increase legroom, but the vendor will include the unit in the sale. It also has a battery isolator and a wired connector ready for a CTEK trickle charger.
On the mechanical front, the 3. 9-litre Rover V8 is paired with a five-speed manual gearbox. In May 2023, the nearside engine mount was replaced, and both oil and filter changed. In April 2019, the water pump, coolant and brake pressure relief valve were changed, and in 2015, many suspension bushes were replaced. ‘P435YAE’ was also fitted with a desirable stainless steel exhaust, and it benefits from power steering too. The MOT notes a minor oil leak and the vendor reports a small amount of coolant needs to be added every few months, “but there is no leakage when the engine is running”. This is a much-loved car that has been used for long-distance touring in Europe and Scotland, “and is the ideal choice for day trips and weekends away”.
The MGB was revealed in 1962 and remained in production until 1980. The archetypal British classic sports car was then revived by Rover Group in 1992, using bodyshells from British Motor Heritage; the specialist division manufactured the bodyshell, which was painted at Rover’s Cowley plant, before being hand-built in a final assembly area. Because so many mechanical parts from the original MGB were used, the MG RV8 retained a period feel on the road, but the front and rear bodywork upgrades and lavish Connolly leather and burr elm walnut veneer interior gave it a real luxury-grade experience.
In summary:
• MG RV8 originally sold in Japan and imported to the UK in 2002
• Comes with a comprehensive service history
• Much-loved car used for continental touring
This Car has been entered into Hampson Auctions, The Bolesworth classic and performance car and motorcycle auction, which will be held at Bolesworth Castle, Tattenhall, Chester, CH3 9JJ on Sunday 22nd September 2024.
Viewing sessions will take place at Bolesworth castle from 9am - 7pm on Saturday 21st September and from 9am - 12:00 on Sunday 22nd September, with the auction itself commencing at 12pm on Sunday 22nd September, and you are very welcome to join us there.
Prospective buyers can bid in the room, online, over the telephone or via commission – please contact Hampson Auctions directly if you would like to arrange one of the latter two options, or if you would like to request a condition report.
The auction catalogue so far is available to view via our website.
Auction entries are currently still being accepted, if you have a vehicle which you would like to consign, please contact us.
£12, 000 - £14, 000
Buyer's Premium 12. 5%
