[{"id": 2188378, "authorName": "Redbob59", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/redbob59/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bring a heater.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525304920, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188393, "authorName": "devortex", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/devortex/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hold my beer...", "likes": 13, "timestamp": 1525305619, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188414, "authorName": "off_camber", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/off_camber/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is it just me or do those wheels/tires look too big?", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1525306670, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188415, "authorName": "J.P._Dashpot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/j.p._dashpot/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Only 250 miles since completed? I don't think the sale is part of a divorce settlement. By the looks of the yard, the divorce probably happened quite awhile ago ;)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1525306715, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188433, "authorName": "Languidium", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/languidium/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "305 in a 1993 Camaro? The LO3 and LB9 were made up until 92 - which engine is this?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525307305, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188438, "authorName": "FletchLives", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fletchlives/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "There's something Mad Max about it, and I like it. Plus fender wall headers on an MGB!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525307462, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188446, "authorName": "needwheels", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/needwheels/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@off_camber perhaps yes, it looks like it's sitting a little high too.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1525307789, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188451, "authorName": "IanJ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ianj/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It would be fun to take this to your local cars and coffee and watch the discussion.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525308013, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188465, "authorName": "HealeyRick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/healeyrick/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That's a lot of work to transplant a '92 Camaro driveline into a rubber bumper MGB. The high stance may be a result of not dropping the suspension to chrome bumper heights when the bumpers were added on. That Chevy V8 is pretty heavy and that particular motor didn't put out a lot of horsepower in stock form. In fact, I might even call it a \"Meek Mill.\"", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1525308839, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188492, "authorName": "minidude", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/minidude/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love the idea of a v8 in a B,\nwhat I don't understand why so many people do so much work on what seems to be a cool big engine/small car project and only put a few miles on it when completed.\nperhaps they only have one pair of underwear an it is now permanently soiled?\n\nyes tires look way bigger than stock and the front bumper looks like an early spitfire bumper as it is a round profile that does not match mgb front lines", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1525310567, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188547, "authorName": "ferrous8 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferrous8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Metalart To address a few comments . The donor car was a 1990 Camero but the engine # checked out as a 93 block as the oil ring groove in shallower . Found that out in the over haul . The stance is stock only settled about an inch with the V8 . Chevy V8 is only 150 pounds heavier then the anemic 1800 MGB mill . With the Edelbrock manifold and carb and the way it is cammed it should be right 240-2060 HP . sorry no divorce ,unfortunately widower instead . \r\ni'd rather enough wheel and tire to handle the package the skinny minnies . Bumpers are early 1974 back MGB and tucked tight to the body by design . Please feel free to bring on more comments and or questions .", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1525312762, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188567, "authorName": "doublefeature56", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/doublefeature56/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Interesting but I don't know if BAT is the right place for this one.....normally, I'd argue for advertising/selling here but a s.b.c. in an MGB....maybe. gltsab", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525313587, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188571, "authorName": "59turner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/59turner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think this is destined to stay in the southwest. 1 or 2 winters in the NE and the underbody will complete its transformation to dust.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525313739, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188578, "authorName": "AndyL2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andyl2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@off_camber, these tires are 2.5 inches taller than stock for an MGB.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525313992, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188593, "authorName": "AndyL2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andyl2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@off_camber, but only half of that is below the axles, so the car is only 1.25 inches higher off the ground. Look at some stock late MGBs and that seems about right.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1525314586, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188594, "authorName": "GutCheck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gutcheck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ferrous8 God bless you brother. I get it.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1525314632, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188642, "authorName": "Gary_T1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gary_t1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It looks a little tall to me, but so do all of the rubber bumper era cars. And I'm not sure if it's some kind of aftermarket kit, but I think this car has the nicest front end treatment of any converted rubber bumper car I have seen. No doubt I'd drive it, probably could surprise quite a few Japanese road racers on the Berlin Turnpike on Saturday nights. Now to think up an answer to the inevitable question: \"Why is an old man like you racing kids on the street?\" Any answer has to start with, \"I'm sorry, officer, but.....\"", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1525316971, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188681, "authorName": "CBT3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cbt3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Big motor, big tires, more weight, same front brakes?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1525319061, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188831, "authorName": "mac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "When was the last time you saw an mgb with fenderwell headers? Very cool.\r\n\r\nWhen was the last time you saw an mgb with portal axles? This needs to sit lower.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1525328760, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188863, "authorName": "ukcanuck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ukcanuck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I would love a V8 B, but it's gotta be a 215 Buick", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1525336472, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188879, "authorName": "Ray_Young", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ray_young/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I've glanced at the photos. It's possible I'll read comments to find out everything everyone thinks about it. \r\n\r\nI would still want it.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1525342812, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188893, "authorName": "reppley", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/reppley/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Where are all of these V8 Mg's coming from? Wow what a totally practical two car garage - V8 TD + V8 B. \r\n\r\nI might have to actually bid this time...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525345600, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188902, "authorName": "blue_bus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blue_bus/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm curious about the references to Victoria. Is my home town a mecca for MG parts?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1525346683, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188908, "authorName": "windsurfar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/windsurfar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Need a video of this driving, also pics of top up, thanks.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1525347465, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2188973, "authorName": "unclewill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/unclewill/", "bidAmount": 1200, "content": "$1,200 bid placed by unclewill", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525350925, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2188974, "authorName": "unclewill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/unclewill/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Goodbye 305 hello 383 stroker...", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1525351039, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2189011, "authorName": "Otto2otto", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/otto2otto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are the brakes stock? Seems they may be a little overmatched by the drivetrain.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1525351794, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2189093, "authorName": "Burrogs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/burrogs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@blue_bus, Victoria British and Moss Motors are the largest purveyors of MG and Triumph parts. Think of them as the Summit and Jegs of the British car world.\r\n\r\nIIRC, Victoria British is actually located somewhere in Kansas...", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1525353898, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2189190, "authorName": "TheOriginalLiam", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theoriginalliam/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Gary_T1 my experience suggests the cops cut the old guys a bit more slack.\r\nWould that be the Berlin Tpke in CT? Used to have fun with my Boss 302 down there.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1525356301, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2189270, "authorName": "lestonian", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lestonian/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I would fix the hood scoop and drive this as often as possible.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1525358231, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2189333, "authorName": "Fastglasslp", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fastglasslp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bitchin hotrod! If I wasn't in California I would play! Saw one run at Muroc dry lakes a few years ago.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525359482, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2189356, "authorName": "NS400Randy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ns400randy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In God we trust lol\u2026yes indeed, what one says through gritted teeth as you let her off the chain. GLWTS", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525360288, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2189415, "authorName": "ferrous8 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferrous8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "An early comment asked why I would do all the work , just to sell it with short miles on it . \r\nFor me it's the build I enjoy the process . I very much enjoy the drive but then there's the next build . Which is my 1956 150 chevy 2dr . I didn't want to flair the fenders so yes the B sits at stock rubber bumper height . The brakes stop just fine , if you were to and a roll bar and campaign this B on the track you would want to up grade but for Zero to 60 in 14 Smiles they work just great . As to total weight this engine only adds 150 lb to the car approximately 2500 lb curb weight , the custom built roadster in the last pic of the gallery is from an earlier build weights in at 2000 lb running a 350 - 350 with jaguar suspension front and rear . Been to several parking lot shows locally and always draws an appreciative crowd .", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1525361681, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2189486, "authorName": "HillbillyHeathen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hillbillyheathen/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "True confession, I had to look up where Penrose was. Looks like a cool little town. \nThere's always a handful of V8 B's at the local cars and coffee. I always have to stop and look, just because.\nGood luck on the build up of the '56 and the sale of this one.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525363372, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2189621, "authorName": "Gigontime", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gigontime/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I don't see the convertible top in any of the pictures. Is there one ?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525366671, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2189650, "authorName": "Assam", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/assam/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love this.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525367317, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2189704, "authorName": "Blyndgesser", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blyndgesser/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love the idea, but I think I'd want to use an aluminum block V8 such as the Chevy LS series. The iron SBC may only add 150 lbs, but they're all right over the front wheels.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1525368532, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2190130, "authorName": "MiketheBarbarian", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikethebarbarian/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm digging this, but considering it does appear to be a bit higher than stock, I'm visualizing some honkin' big rallye lights, roll hoop, more protection for the lower half of that radiator. And of course, big discs on the front at least. Pike's Peak?\r\n\r\n@ferrous8, obviously you are a big street rod fan, and it appears (from your shop etc.) you may be doing just about all parts of the build yourself. My personal definition of a Renaissance Man!\r\n\r\nGLWTA!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1525373796, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2190603, "authorName": "tdwpgtp", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tdwpgtp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@blyndgesser not to mention that the factory 4 cyl motor is already grossly overweight. Most engine swaps, v8s included, actually drop the weight a tiny bit.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525379707, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2191200, "authorName": "ferrous8 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferrous8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The sale includes a new top in the box and also the top frame and should be professionally installed , I also have a universal heater that will fit nicely above the pass. foot box . I have some S curves down the street from me my test track so to speak . Handles them fine doesn't nose in in the corners , but with no roll bar I don't push it too much . Only enough to scare the sh-t out my passenger .", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1525387223, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2191312, "authorName": "Rockyview", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockyview/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ferrous8 : Did you replace the front springs with uprated ones? I know Moss sells uprated and 1\" lower front coils that match nicely to their flattened out rear leafs by 1\". I did the one I owned at the time thinking I would put a v8 in it. Never happened. So kudos to anyone who has the time and skill to pull this off! I love it. \r\n\r\nSecond question: Same rear diff ratio as factory? I see in one of the picts you had it opened up. \r\n\r\nThanks!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525390871, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2191316, "authorName": "Rockyview", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockyview/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "$4,000 bid placed by Rockyview", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525390936, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2191327, "authorName": "Rockyview", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockyview/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ferrous8 : Ignore my last question, if I had read more carefully: 3.42:1 locking differential Good stuff!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525391241, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2191363, "authorName": "idrovetheepb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/idrovetheepb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sure you can nitpick some build choices on this car (like any custom build) but holy smokes would this be a THRILL to drive! Cool car, and good luck with the auction!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1525393298, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2191459, "authorName": "windsurfar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/windsurfar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Any chance you can make a video, start up and driving, thanks.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1525397801, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2191466, "authorName": "Burrogs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/burrogs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": ".", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525398166, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2191484, "authorName": "ferrous8 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferrous8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I don't have the were with all to do a video but i'll see if one of my friends knows how . if someone does I'll post it before the end of auction .", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525398714, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2191487, "authorName": "ferrous8 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferrous8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "haven't change the springs front or rear all stock 1979", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1525398784, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2191660, "authorName": "mikey1atl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikey1atl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Gotta give credit where credit is due. Good swap and now I know just where to get alternator brackets for my next project.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1525408799, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2192510, "authorName": "THEmgbmbzguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/themgbmbzguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If I didn't already have a '57 Berkeley with a '84 Kawasaki 750 Turbo to play with my old 40 year owned '68 \"Franken B\" would be going under the knife as I have far too easy access to SBC's..... I gotta stop watching this stuff at lunch. GLWTA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525453604, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2192712, "authorName": "Rockyview", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockyview/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ferrous8 : Why no racing stripe on the back half of the car? Would you be willing to put it on for the winner, or alternatively, take the stripe off the front half of the car? Thanks", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1525457086, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2192913, "authorName": "ferrous8 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferrous8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Doing the back half would be a possibility ,Although i had it on the back when I first painted it and didn't like the look so repainted the back with out it . i'm not sure I have enough of the white left to redo it , it's a plain white base with a pearl metalic on top . I do have about a 1/3 rd of a gallon of the main body color left . first we need to see where the bidding goes .", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1525459296, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2192999, "authorName": "Gary_T1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gary_t1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@TheOriginalLiam You would be correct! I remember the motorheads racing between the stoplights when I was a kid in the 60's. But these days, the racers are into Japanese 4-bangers all tricked out under the hood with turbos & superchargers, big brakes, aftermarket suspension bits, etc. Sounds like a group of chain saws with those big ash can mufflers. Same kids, same motivation, different cars is all. The cars are the only difference; well that and the relative lack of interest in fast cars on the street with the majority of American Culture these days. Not good or bad, just different.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1525460816, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2194411, "authorName": "Rockyview", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockyview/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Oh, it's painted stripes, sorry thought it was vinyl. Well, that certainly makes taking it off more difficult.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525491573, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2195200, "authorName": "todd0915", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/todd0915/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by todd0915", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525547748, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2195227, "authorName": "shek", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shek/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We've seen this MGB at the local car shows and my husband LOVES it. So it will make a great surprise gift for him.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1525549543, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2195234, "authorName": "shek", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shek/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by shek", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525550260, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2195523, "authorName": "Elvisinmypants", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/elvisinmypants/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Did the engine consume any oil in the 250 miles?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525572098, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2195558, "authorName": "todd0915", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/todd0915/", "bidAmount": 7000, "content": "$7,000 bid placed by todd0915", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525575080, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2195639, "authorName": "RWD-FTW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rwd-ftw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Was going to say '93 Camaros only had a 350 or a 3.4L V6, but I now see the comment further down that it was a '90 Camaro. Why not stick with the fuel injection?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1525585930, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2195647, "authorName": "mhisstc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mhisstc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love that shade of metallic brown. I was hoping it was a stock color on something instead of a custom mix so I could jot it down for future reference.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1525588953, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2195842, "authorName": "pwtiger", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pwtiger/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Really neat car here, It's easy to spend 10K and a lot of labor building something like this. I like the carburetor conversion, us old guys can keep it running. Those 305 engines seem to have a lot of torque, I remember going for a ride in a friends Camaro back in the 90's", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1525618729, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2195859, "authorName": "ferrous8 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferrous8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Pwtiger is right on the money , give me and Edelbrock carb and a standard HEI distributor and I can fix it on the road or anywhere . Don't need a computer and most importantly don't know how to on a car anyway . No oil consumption . Build them drive em life you stole em ,fix em if they break right away , if they don't you're good to go for many miles .", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1525619380, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2196573, "authorName": "Zentropy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zentropy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Cool car. I'm surprised anyone would suggest a larger or more powerful V8 in a car like this, because it would be a handful with the 305. Without extensive modification, the MG simply lacks the chassis for serious power. The only beef I have with the 305 is that it's not very fun to rev in stock form (I always thought of them as low-end-torque \"tractor\" engines, but I have little experience building GM mills). In small roadsters I think all of the fun is in wringing out the gears. Personally, I'd want less torque so I could accelerate aggressively without constantly adjusting to keep the rear end in check, but I guess that's not the point in a big-engine-small-car build.\r\n\r\nThe only other thing I'll add is how pretentious comments such as \"this car doesn't belong on BaT\" sound. The only car that doesn't belong here is one that doesn't generate interest.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1525695457, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2196768, "authorName": "ferrous8 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferrous8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanx for the comments , Yes it is a cool car and on that note the 305 is plenty for this 2500 lb beast . This is not a stock 305 it is cammed to respond right off idle at 1500 rpm's and is done at 5000 rpm's . If you still think it of a tractor it's the fasteest one you've ever ridden in . HA HA . If anyone doesn't think this is enough HP I'll sell the winning bidder a rebuilt 88 Corvette TPI engine with aluminum heads for an additional $2500 .", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1525704475, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2197192, "authorName": "TheBigFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thebigfish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The seller is an evil genius.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1525716107, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2197200, "authorName": "TheBigFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thebigfish/", "bidAmount": 7100, "content": "$7,100 bid placed by TheBigFish", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525716181, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2197323, "authorName": "TheBigFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thebigfish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ferrous8 Stock brakes?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525717768, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2197728, "authorName": "rghoskins", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rghoskins/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The 305 did not come out of a 93. Badass car though.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525723237, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2197746, "authorName": "J.P._Dashpot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/j.p._dashpot/", "bidAmount": 8137, "content": "$8,137 bid placed by J.P._Dashpot", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525723410, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2197753, "authorName": "J.P._Dashpot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/j.p._dashpot/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A no reserve auction, so I am the current owner of this car. Stay away from my car! \r\nJust go away! Plenty of other auctions to bid on. Hey nimrod! Don't touch my MG!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1525723456, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2198022, "authorName": "Crazyas00", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazyas00/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just catching up with this AWESOME Build!!! This is very well thought out and executed hot rod. He knows his stuff. One item I saw that attention to detail was the Rear Axle build. That's the way to make it bulletproof. There's a LOT to like here. And No Reserve. Fantastic MG!\n\n@ferrous8 : Thank-you for bringing this MG here. A labor of love. I hope it helps keep you going after your loss. My Condolences. Bring that 150 here when you're done. Thanks again!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1525727471, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2198304, "authorName": "ferrous8 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferrous8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Don't recall ever being called genius before , but depending on which X gal pal you talk to evil might be a little mild .", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1525731842, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2198348, "authorName": "shek", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shek/", "bidAmount": 8500, "content": "$8,500 bid placed by shek", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525733062, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2198352, "authorName": "J.P._Dashpot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/j.p._dashpot/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "shek why you go do that?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525733205, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2198354, "authorName": "J.P._Dashpot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/j.p._dashpot/", "bidAmount": 8600, "content": "$8,600 bid placed by J.P._Dashpot", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525733223, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2198524, "authorName": "johnsfolly", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnsfolly/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love B-V8's but this one has such a goofy smile!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525738633, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2198567, "authorName": "ferrous8 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferrous8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "goofy smile you must have mistaken the MGB with your last look in the mirror", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525740502, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2198704, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Driving footage videos have been added to the listing.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525746333, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2198997, "authorName": "Zentropy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zentropy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The videos are a smart addition. Sounds great, revs nicely (sorry about the tractor comment, but my experience with 305s are in stock form), and appears to stop without drama. Looks fun! GLWA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525780762, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2199077, "authorName": "ferrous8 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferrous8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "say no problem . It's fun to plow the fields all day with this tractor .", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525783993, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2199245, "authorName": "shek", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shek/", "bidAmount": 9250, "content": "$9,250 bid placed by shek", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525789511, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2199257, "authorName": "shek", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shek/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Actually, was going to only bid $9K but bumped it $250 for the wicked, evil, genius smile! That's included in the package, Right? Sorry J.P. had to do it.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1525789734, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2200427, "authorName": "63GearHead", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/63gearhead/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love this. We out a big block in an MGB-GT in the 80s for a customer. He liked to go big in everything. With some subframe added to keep from twisting the body, it was a very fun ride. This small block will easily out handle that one and have people scratching their heads. GLWA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525807791, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2202655, "authorName": "jdjonesdr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jdjonesdr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That rump-rump idle has got me smiling.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525885199, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2202879, "authorName": "Lawaters", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lawaters/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by Lawaters", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525889570, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2202904, "authorName": "gs0982", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gs0982/", "bidAmount": 11000, "content": "$11,000 bid placed by gs0982", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525890041, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2202915, "authorName": "GeoStr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/geostr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have a '77 B roadster V8 with the smaller 4 litre Rover (Buick Skylark 215). Same Edelbrock carb setup. T5 tranny. Jag XKE IRS. It has to be 'driven' more than my previous stock B but It's tough to wipe the smile off my face every time I put her back in the corral after a jaunt. By 'driven' I mean... pay attention ! GLWTA.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1525890212, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2203005, "authorName": "Lawaters", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lawaters/", "bidAmount": 11250, "content": "$11,250 bid placed by Lawaters", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525891311, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2203159, "authorName": "Dreamer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dreamer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Someones getting a screamer MGB Roadster today that appears to be put together well.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525893366, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2203572, "authorName": "Carlo_Rossi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carlo_rossi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ferrous8 \n\nNice build. What radiator did you use? Also, how much approach angle (an offroading term) does the car have? I like that you moved the rad much further forward than some converters do. \n\nMy ford MGB conversion is going to use a 60s Mustang Radiator, but the ones used in mock-up hang down low quite a bit.\n\nAlso even after you're done selling, consider making a BritishV8.org profile on your car. It will give credit where credit's due and provide a nice resource for subsequent owners of your car. There aren't a lot of Chevy V8 swaps on that site, so reference photos of your build will really go a long way.\n\nGoodluck with the sale.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525897643, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2203658, "authorName": "ferrous8 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferrous8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "British v8 .org is where I got a lot of ideas for my build . In particularly for the fender drop headers . With the tight exhaust area about the only way to do it . The radiator is an Ebay buy but also is a triple pass cross flow . I widened the frame rails up front to get a full 24 inches across and also angled it back a little to keep the height as high off the ground as possible .", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1525898385, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2203685, "authorName": "Rockyview", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockyview/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I came back to see how this was ending and I am indeed smiling. Nice to see some love for this build. Now, if we can only convince some owners to part with their v8 Miata's and for BaT to post them.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1525898935, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2203736, "authorName": "Rockyview", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockyview/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks like a done deal.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1525899584, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2203739, "authorName": "Lawaters", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lawaters/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 5/9/18 for $11,250 to Lawaters", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525899600, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 2203740, "authorName": "ANCMatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ancmatt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Huge smile per dollar ratio here for the buyer!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1525899624, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2203746, "authorName": "J.P._Dashpot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/j.p._dashpot/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Buyer and seller should both be happy with this auction.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525899721, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2204518, "authorName": "Lawaters", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lawaters/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Appreciate all the comments. My first buy on BaT. Have been conversing with the seller and he seems like s great guy!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1525914214, "type": "comment"}]