Dropping the 3litre engine from the Austin Healey 3000 into the MG GT bodyshell was an inspired idea. Alongside some suspension tweaks it created the long-legged, mini-E-Type GT that the hard top B was always meant to be.
For all those reasons, modern enthusiasts are returning to these rare and capable sports cars. The 50% extra power over the standard B means that the C is much more than a different letter from the alphabet - it is a great car for classic touring and events, helped by that capacious load area.
This pretty Primrose Yellow ‘69 GT would work very well in just that kind of role. It is pleasingly factory original and has been maintained by its current long term keeper since 1996. It presents very well as a tidy, highly usable and solid C.
The History and Paperwork
First registered 21st May 1969
Chassis records confirm this is a 1969 built car
Genuine MGC with ‘C’ prefix chassis number
Five registered keepers from new
Current keeper since October 1996
One of only 4,457 GTs built
V5C in current keeper’s name
The Condition
Attractive Primrose Yellow paintwork in good condition overall
Paintwork presents well with only minor marks to note in photographs
These include some small chips and stone chips but none are unsightly
Due to the age and originality buyers should anticipate some patina
Bodywork in very good order with arches and sills presenting well
Retains its C factory features including badging and bonnet bulge
Sits on painted wire wheels which are well kept and have good tyres fitted
Underside appears to be in good order but is worth inspecting in photographs
Chromework in very good order with bright finish and no obvious tarnish
Folding Webasto-style sunroof which appears to be in good condition
Well kept and factory correct unmodified interior in black leather
Seats, carpets and trim are well kept and show some light signs of age and originality
Fitted with a wood-rimmed three spoke Moto Lita steering wheel
MG branded black protective over mats fitted
There is a factory radio speaker fitted but the radio slot is empty
The Mechanics
2,912cc BMC six cylinder engine taken from the Austin Healey 3000
4spd manual gearbox with optional overdrive fitted
Tidy engine bay
No reported running or driving issues to advise
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