1978 MG MGB Roadster Market Value & Price History
The 1978 MG MGB Roadster has a market value of $15,621, based on 7 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with all 7 verified USD sales between $11,753 and $16,100. No sale since Aug 28, 2024, so this value may not reflect today's market.
Data: DriveIndex. 7 verified auction sales for the 1978 MG MGB Roadster, latest sale Aug 28, 2024. Methodology
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| Sold | Price | Mileage | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2024 | $16,100 | 61,000 mi | — |
| Oct 11, 2023 | $12,000 | 8,000 mi | — |
| Sep 8, 2023 | $13,000 | 37,000 mi | Manual |
| Aug 10, 2023 | $13,500 | 81,000 mi | Manual |
| Dec 27, 2022 | $15,500 | 79,000 mi | Manual |
| Aug 29, 2019 | $12,800 | — | Manual |
| Feb 13, 2019 | $11,753 | — | Manual |
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How much is a 1978 MG MGB Roadster worth?
A 1978 MG MGB Roadster is worth approximately $15,621, based on 7 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex. No sale since Aug 28, 2024, so this value may not reflect today's market. All 7 verified USD sales fall between $11,753 and $16,100. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car within that band.
How many 1978 MG MGB Roadster sell per year?
DriveIndex has tracked 7 1978 MG MGB Roadster sales at auction.
Are 1978 MG MGB Roadster sale prices higher or lower than a year ago?
There aren't yet enough recent sales to compute a reliable 12-month price direction for the 1978 MG MGB Roadster. The full Value Signal classification (appreciating, stable, bottomed, or depreciating) and its 1–5 year projection are part of DriveIndex Pro.
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