MGRV8 Rear suspension tidy up

Nothing particularly wrong with the rear suspension but I wanted to check the settings on the shock absorbers were set … More

MGRV8 CD Changer installation

I’ve been thinking about adding a CD changer for a while. When I saw the correct changer come up on … More

Brake Label Protection

The brake label on my MGRV8 is already a replacement for the original and they are quite expensive for what … More

MGRV8 Front hub lower ball joint replacement dust cover

Whilst having front springs and shockers out I noticed the lower ball joint dust cover had split. A cheap replacement … More

MGRV8 Front Suspension Tidy Up

Although my car has been meticulously serviced over its 49,000 miles it was not cleaned up under the car to … More

MGRV8 Koni Shockers Settings

My winter project this year on the RV8 is to tidy up the suspension parts. All working ok but springs … More

MGRV8 Spacesaver Spare Wheel

The original MGRV8 spacesaver wheel was part number ZKC5997 which are very rare and just about impossible to find. Apparently … More

Beige door speakers

I have been looking out for a couple of new rear side speakers which should be beige not black. The … More

MGRV8 Back to original factory settings

The engine settings had been tweeted a bit over the years and it showed with a poor engine tickover when … More

MG RV8 – Alternative replacement brake fluid cap – Part 2

Following on from my original post on the subject at …… https://mgrv8.info/2023/03/23/mg-rv8-replacement-brake-fluid-cap/ I recently had an email from Carl Woffenden who has taken … More

Restoration Show and Spares

I’ll def be attending this show at Stoneleigh, free parking not like the NEC and got my early bird £10 … More

MGRV8 Throttle Springs

When I first had the car there was only the one throttle return spring fitted yet all other RV8s i … More

M5 MGR …. my car’s original plates

When I was looking around for an MGRV8 in January 2023 apart from the car i eventually bought there was … More

Wood veneer re lacquer

After reading the above post at https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19AncjxG6e/  started to make my think that I’ll give it a go. The dash … More

Upholstery Shades!

Ever since I’ve had the car out was noticeable the colour shade differences. I though was just due to ageing … More

The Best MG Cars from the 70s to the 00s: Icons of British Motoring | Regit

From the roaring MG B GT V8 of the 70s to the agile MG TF and powerful MG ZT of … More

MGRV8 Passenger Door Gap?

There was a post on one of the MGRV8 Facebook groups where it was suggested that the passenger doors on … More

MG RV8 Clear Indicator Lens Mod

Following on from my previous post at …… https://mgrv8.info/2025/02/23/alternative-indicater-clear-lens/ I had read somewhere that the reversing light lens on the … More

Dash varnish repair

This seems to be the only issue with the dashboard veneer so I’ve done the same treatment as I have … More

Repaint door speakers

I’m in 2 minds whether to spray my black door speakers to beige the same as other MGRV8’s I’ve seen. … More

Alternative Indicater Clear Lens

I’m told that the Land Rover Defender reversing light assembly will fit the RV8 as an alternative clear lens option. … More

Burr Elm Door Caps

I made up a mixture of cellulose lacquer mixed 50/50 with cellulose thinners and using the thin brush that came … More

8 sportscars with a Rover V8 rumble | GRR

Before the craze for retro cars came the MG RV8. Rather than a pastiche of cars that came before, it … More

FBHVC Federation National Historic Vehicle Survey 2025 | Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs

The Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs will have to argue even more strongly for historic vehicles to retain their … More

Silver Mesh Front Grill

Just for the record there was a white gold RV8 displayed at this year’s Stoneleigh event. It was an early … More

MGRV8 Map Pocket

Whilst browsing eBay I spotted a map pocket of the same colours as the RV8 interior. It’s from a Range … More

Underbody Rust Check

This is the first time since I’ve had the car up on my new hydraulic ramps so a good time … More

Brake light switch

Doing my usual checks prior to the MOT I found that the brake lights weren’t working. I checked the circuits … More

Headlight bulb cap repair

Looking under the wheel arch whilst I had the front end up on the ramps I noticed that the bulb … More

The cars : MG RV8 development story – AROnline

The brief was clear – build a new MGB using as many in-house parts as possible and keeping within a … More

Headlight Cowls Removal

I guess normally you would never really need to remove the headlight cowls as you can change the bulbs from … More

Tested : MG RV8 vs TVR Griffith – AROnline

Pitting two similarly powered sporting roadsters, the new-boy from Blackpool with sexy curves to die for, and the Abingdon bruiser … More

MGRV8 Recommended Oils

Although put together in 1993 it can still be used to identify the equivalent – or most likely upgraded – … More

MGRV8 Oil Change

Having just changed the sump gasket it would need a new oil change. I know people that think you need … More

MG RV8 Ride Height

I noticed that whilst having the RV8 parked next to my MGB that the RV8 seemed a lot softer suspension … More

MG RV8 Keyring

Currently on ebay is one of the original type keyring at a price I would not pay. These must be … More

21 less-loved MGs

There is a long list of MG cars that are adored and feted by owners and classic car enthusiasts, yet … More

Armrest repair

When I got the car the armrest between the seats was split – nothing serious, nothing visible but you could … More

Solenoid Terminal Covers

The solenoid electrical connections are very exposed to the weather and to accidental touching and earthing say with a spanner.  … More

Nice dry flywheel = crank oil seal OK

Having removed the sump to replace the sump gasket there was always a chance some of the oil leaks could … More

Sump Off to expose a clean engine

Well it’s the right colour for a good clean engine to expose the gasketless sump joint which has been leaking … More

Hydraulic Ramps with Highlift Axle Stand

Whilst having the car on ramps when replacing a leaking sump gasket I thought it a good opportunity to see … More

Alan Jemal on Classic vs. Modern Cars: What’s Worth the Investment?

When choosing between classic and modern cars, the debate often comes down to personal preference, financial goals, and lifestyle needs. … More

Replacement Headlight Glass Seal

Whilst dismantling the front end as per a previous post I could see that the seal around the glass looked … More

MGRV8 Panel Gaps

I’ve been meaning to have a go at adjusting the front panels since I had the car. They were not … More

Winter Prep: Protect Your Classic Car

 winter approaches, classic car enthusiasts face the crucial task of preparing their prized vehicles for the season’s harsh conditions. Proper … More

Door Mirror Handle Gaiters

I found these gaiters on the Web which are for the MGF. They didn’t cost a lot and even then … More

Hydraulic Ramps

Got a few jobs to do under the car mainly sump gasket and cruciform seal …… hopefully to cure a … More