THE CCW VIEW

‘The MGB GT V8 was much more of a success as a performance car than the MGC, but even fewer were sold. Still, that makes the GT V8 even more special as a classic – it’s a rare machine and a rewarding one to drive, with great handling and exhilarating, smooth performance. It doesn’t look all that different from a standard MGB and there’s no convertible option. But that glorious V8 engine more than makes up for all that – and there are home conversions to consider, too…’