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

Bonnet Lock Clean

It’s been bugging me a while now the dirt and surface rust on the bonnet lock. I’ve delayed cleaning it … More

Heater motor – Shared Part

Just for reference just in case – the heater motor is the same as Sherpa van.

Replacement Door Mirror Handles

From the first MGF cars that were made from 1995 the handles would repeatably fall off due to the plastic … More

The NEO MGRV8 Model Car

For something that’s only a couple of inches long there’s a good bit of detail. It’s quite a bit smaller … More

Draining Coolant

I’ve done a couple of jobs on the engine recently where I have had to drain off some of the … More

Courtesy Light Delay Unit

When I come across ads that cross reference parts from the MGRV8 that are used on other cars of the … More