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1972 MG B GT Race Car - offered directly from Richard Hammond

Lot Number: 607

1972 MG B GT Race Car - offered directly from Richard Hammond

The final car Richard drove onTop Gear and subject to an extensive restoration by The Smallest Cog into the celebrated race car we see today - Ric Wood engine, race provenance, and modelled by Corgi.

  • ESTIMATE: £15,000 - £20,000

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LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 21st February, 2026 at 10.30am local time at Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    EON 875L

SUMMARY

The final car Richard drove onTop Gear and subject to an extensive restoration by The Smallest Cog into the celebrated race car we see today - Ric Wood engine, race provenance, and modelled by Corgi.

DESCRIPTION

This is a unique piece of modern British motoring television history, Richard Hammond’s personal MG B GT race car, and notably the final car he drove during his time on Top Gear.

Originally a road-going MG B GT, EON 875L was transformed into a fully prepared race car during Series 2 of Richard Hammond’s Workshop, where viewers followed its evolution from classic coupé to competitive circuit racer at The Smallest Cog. The build was carried out with the same attention to detail and enthusiasm that defined the programme, resulting in a car that is both properly engineered and rich in provenance.

Power comes from a Ric Wood Motorsport–built engine, dyno proven at 131bhp, offering strong, reliable performance well suited to historic racing. The car has enjoyed four full seasons of competition between 2022 and 2025, benefiting from consistent use and ongoing development rather than static display.

Recently, the MG has been checked over and race prepared including a head skim and new head gasket carried out by Ric Wood Motorsport, ensuring it remains in strong mechanical health and ready for immediate use.

This is a special opportunity to acquire a race-prepared MG B GT directly from Richard Hammond’s ownership, with on-screen history and documented competition use, this is a car that will appeal equally to historic racers, collectors of TV-related vehicles, and fans of modern British motoring culture. To further confirm its relevance, Corgi has partnered with Richard Hammond’s The Smallest Cog to launch an exclusive 1:43 model range that celebrates the art of car restoration and this MG B GT is the second model in the range. It's presented in exclusive dual-branded packaging featuring both The Smallest Cog and Vanguards logos, making it a must-have for collectors and fans alike and a signed example will accompany the real thing.

Cars with this level of provenance, usability, and recognisability seldom come to market and we invite and encourage your viewing of this popular MG racer at our Race Retro sale.

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
607
Make
MG
Model
B GT
Variant
Race Car
Registration Number
EON 875L
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
GHD5300337G
Transmission
Manual

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Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 23rd February. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.

Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT for a standard sized vehicle and prices start from £275 plus VAT for larger vehicles. Storage will be charged at £12 plus VAT per day from the Monday for the first 14 days then £40 + vat per week from there on.

For oversized vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.

If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before noon on Monday 23rd February, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.

A classic car or motorcycle is a source of great pride and enjoyment but, whether your car or motorcycle is in storage or on the road, you’ll need a specialist insurance policy. We have partnered with Howden Insurance a leading insurance brokers with a team dedicated to classic cars and motorcycles. They cover a vast array of classic and vintage models and only work with insurers who provide a great service and share our passion for the classic motor industry.

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