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MG MGB

1962–1980

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  • Lowest price

    US$4,300

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$11,500

    Since 2020 · n=40

  • Highest price

    US$56,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    40

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 40 lots

MG MGB

Based on 40 verified auction results

SELLDepreciatinghigh confidence

US$12,500

Market value · recent verified sales

-13.0%

12-month change

Wait or Sell

Prices declining. Sellers should consider acting; buyers should wait.

Median sold price down 13.0% over the last 12 months. Loss is likely to continue, especially for this segment.

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

Poor

10

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1972

    +US$3,621+31%

    36 with · 32 without · high confidence

  • Right-hand drive

    +US$3,085+27%

    7 with · 33 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 market in the US has entered a downward phase, with the median transaction price now sitting at $12,500—a 13 percent decline over the past year. The "Sell" signal reflects this depreciation trend, though the modest sample size of 19 sales in the past 12 months means individual transactions carry outsized weight in establishing the direction.

Liquidity remains moderate, with 40 total tracked sales in our database providing a reasonable foundation for pricing guidance. The absence of active listings at present suggests neither acute oversupply nor dramatic scarcity, positioning the market in a relatively balanced state despite the recent downward pressure.

Cars transacting in this segment typically carry around 49,000 miles, indicating that buyers in the current market are targeting well-used examples rather than low-mileage specimens. This mileage profile aligns with the MGB's classification as a stable modern classic—a car valued for its historical significance and driving character rather than pristine rarity.

The collectibility score of 5 places the MGB firmly in collectible territory, supported by its enduring appeal and recognized status among British Leyland enthusiasts. However, moderate desirability and the recent price retreat suggest the model lacks the supply scarcity or surging demand that typically sustains appreciation in this tier.

Looking forward, the base projection holds prices flat at $12,500 through both the three-year and five-year horizons, implying stabilization rather than further erosion. This neutral outlook reflects the MGB's established collecting constituency balanced against softer momentum and modest transaction volume, with no clear catalyst emerging to drive values higher in the near term.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$12,500
  • Annual appr. rate-13.0%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked71
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared71 (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 Months40
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$14,049
  • Avg Mileage at Sale49,175 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$4,300 – US$56,000
  • Total Sales Tracked40

Recent sales

Showing latest 20
  • US$8,400

    Bring a Trailer · 16 Aug 2026

  • US$6,200

    Bring a Trailer · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$4,300

    Bring a Trailer · 13 Aug 2026

  • 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

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