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RV8 - DEV3 - up for auction
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up for auction The development RV8 known as DEV3 is listed as a confirmed entry for Barons "British Heritage Auction- dedicted to British Classics" to be held at Sandown Park in Esher on Tuesday 7th June 2005. This car is said to have been used for all the early chassis development throughout 1991. It was the subject of a "scoop" by CAR magazine in their June 1992 issue. DEV3 was one of four "Development Cars" for the preparation of the RV8 project. Mike Simmonds, a former RV8 owner, provided this news for members. (5.5.05)   
For details of the car and the auction (details have subsequently been removed) www.barons-auctions.com/lots/JGT808N.htm Note: Thes description of DEV3 alongside is provided by the vendor and unless otherwise stated is 'Not Verified' by Barons or any person employed by Barons. Prospective purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of any statements made, whether they be statements of fact or opinion. RV8 Development cars. More |
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Details provided on Barons Auctions website
Details of DEV3 provided on the Barons website The MGRV8 was an attempt, by Rover, to recapture some of the nostalgia of MG's heydays. Aimed squarely at the Pacific Rim, the model used a much modified Heritage body shell, into which went a 3.9 Rover V8, all new suspension, brakes, 5 speed gearbox, special interior trim and a great deal more. Only 2,000 MGRV8 cars were to be built. Before any MGRV8 models could be manufactured a prototype had to be built to test all the components destined for the new model and to see if the concept was viable. The car offered here is the early prototype, code named Project Adder. JGT 808N is said to have been used for all the early chassis development throughout 1991. The decision whether to proceed with the project was based on the feedback from this car. The car has been featured in a number of articles, copies of two examples accompany the car, and its existence is well documented within the MG club. Acquired by the vendor in 1996, at 8,000 miles, the car has now covered a total of 14,000 miles and is said to be an extremely quick machine. Anecdotal evidence suggests that this car was the most popular with the development team, because of its high levels of performance and build quality. This is a unique motor car. Details of its birth and development are contained in the two articles previously mentioned and its provenance is impeccable. To the MG collector, this car represents a rare piece of the company history and with recent events at Longbridge, it could become even more significant. With such low indicated mileage, which is thought to be correct, the car remains taught and drives like a new car. It has been meticulously maintained and cherished by the vendor and offers a unique opportunity to a future owner. Estimate: £15,000-20,000 See news of DEV 2. More |