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MG MGB

1962–1980

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  • Lowest price

    US$4,500

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$12,500

    Since 2020 · n=37

  • Highest price

    US$56,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    37

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 37 lots

MG MGB

Based on 37 verified auction results

BUYBottomed Outhigh confidence

US$12,500

Market value · recent verified sales

-9.9%

12-month change

Strong Buy

Trend favours buyers right now. Move while supply is loose.

Price has settled around current levels after a decline (12-mo change -9.9%). Often a buy window before recovery.

MSRP

Collectibility

5/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$12,500

+0%

5-Year Forecast

US$12,500

+0%

Market scores

55

Desirability

Moderate

55

Liquidity

Weak

25

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1972

    +US$2,836+23%

    35 with · 29 without · high confidence

  • Right-hand drive

    +US$2,107+17%

    7 with · 30 without · med confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The MGB has settled at a median price of $12,500 in the US market, down 9.9% over the past twelve months—a signal that values have reached a floor after a period of correction. With nineteen tracked sales in that span, the market shows consistent transaction flow, though not robust volume, suggesting prices have stabilized at a point where buyers and sellers have found equilibrium.

The broader sample of thirty-seven total sales indicates moderate liquidity typical of a stable modern classic. MGBs trade with reasonable regularity, but they are not high-turnover vehicles; this means patient sellers can expect to move inventory, while buyers have meaningful time to evaluate examples without urgency pressuring either side.

The typical MGB seen in recent transactions carries approximately 49,200 miles, reflecting the age and use patterns of cars now five decades old. This mileage level is consistent with British Leyland durability and represents cars that have been driven and maintained rather than locked away, a profile that aligns with the model's practical collector status.

The MGB's collectibility score of 5 places it squarely in the collectible tier, anchored by its role as one of the best-selling British sports cars ever produced and sustained interest among enthusiasts. Desirability remains moderate—appeal is steady rather than surging, driven by affordability, parts availability, and strong club support rather than rarity or investment momentum.

Base projections for both three and five years hold the median flat at $12,500, reflecting the assessment that values have found a stable resting point. No significant appreciation or depreciation is expected unless broader market conditions or collector preferences shift materially; the MGB is likely to remain a dependable entry-level collectible rather than an appreciation vehicle.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$12,500
  • Annual appr. rate-9.9%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked65
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared65 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$1,210
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • DepreciationUS$800
  • Total annual costUS$5,830

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months37
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$14,677
  • Avg Mileage at Sale49,175 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$4,500 – US$56,000
  • Total Sales Tracked37

Recent sales

Showing latest 20
  • US$7,000

    Bring a Trailer · 10 Aug 2026

  • US$8,750

    Bring a Trailer · 9 Aug 2026

  • US$5,500

    Bring a Trailer · 8 Aug 2026

  • US$15,000

    Bring a Trailer · 7 Aug 2026

  • US$28,500

    Bring a Trailer · 5 Aug 2026

  • US$21,500

    Bring a Trailer · 4 Aug 2026

  • US$17,500

    Bring a Trailer · 30 Jul 2026

  • US$29,000

    Bring a Trailer · 29 Jul 2026

  • US$19,000

    Bring a Trailer · 24 Jul 2026

  • US$10,000

    Bring a Trailer · 22 Jul 2026

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.