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$2000 Challenge: Cosworth Vega-powered MG that helped start it all

One of the very first entrants into our annual low-buck event, now known as the $2000 Challenge? Mike Guido and his Cosworth Vega-powered MG Midget.

$2000 Challenge: Little British cars are welcome, too

Sure, this 1980 MGB was a last-minute entry and took over 18 seconds to compete in the quarter-mile, but at least it didn't finish in last place.

Does the Miata offer the best classic roadster experience?

Welcoming the Miata into the classic car world by pitting it against three iconic classic roadsters.

The RV8, MG's attempt to cash in on the success of the Miata

Seeing the success of the Miata, MG said, "Hey, we can do that too."

Rate It: The MG E-Motion Is British for Electric Sports Car

Cheesy name aside, the MG E-Motion is the British carmaker's attempt to bring back its sporting roots with an all-electric sports car.

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Features: The haters couldn’t believe it: our first $2000 Challenge champ

For our very first low-buck competition, the $1500 Challenge, Dead Clown Racing put a Cosworth Vega engine into an MG Midget–and won the event.

Features: What makes the perfect sports car?

Norman Garrett, design engineer of the original Miata, tries to answer that question.

Features: #TBT: Turning a rusty MGB into a small-block-powered budget racer

Back in 2010, the Nelson family brought an MGB powered by a Chevrolet small-block V8 engine to our annual $2000 Challenge.

Buyer's Guides: What you need to know before you buy an MGB

Many of the things that make the Miata such a popular choice in our scene can also be found in the MGB.

Features: MG's Unconventional Entry to Group B Rally

Yes, the company known for giving this country the wire-wheeled, open-top roadster also had set its sights on Group B.

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Sep 19, 2025 by rustriddenB
1977 None B

1977 MGB after a cleanup and top down! New Weber, exhaust, front bushings, engine mounts and brakes. Added new fuel tank, rear brake lines. Added Britishcarinterior door cards that are …

Oct 10, 2024 by eastpark
1979 None Midget

My fair weather car. Lots of fun and surprisingly easy to maintain.

Oct 15, 2023 by chuck_linick
1966 None MGB

A very clean 1966 MGB MK1 roadster. Received a recent OD transmission rebuild and an engine refresh with gaskets, paint as well as component replacement while out.

Aug 21, 2023 by Amati
1972 None B

1972 MGB

Feb 21, 2023 by rtgrant
1979 None MGB

All original. 64000 miles. always garaged

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