Fast Hatch: 1969 MGC GT [MG]
I’ve always thought the MG GT was an underrated machine. It has the classic lines of the tear drop 2+2, almost a miniature E-Type. Not quite but almost. Plus it has the utility of a ‘real’ car. I could be used for real life; going to the grocery store, hauling the kids around etc. Not to say you would, but you could. The MGC GT is all the regular GT is and more. The ‘C’ stands for the motor, a ‘C’ type motor from British Leyland. The more common ‘B’ type motor from the MGBGT was a 4 cylinder while the ‘C’ was a six cylinder. In the MGC GT it displaced 3.0 liters and was similar to the six found in other British products of the era. The ‘C’ type motor produced roughly 50% more horsepower than the ‘B’ and with mild tuning could be pushing 190 HP making the MGC quick indeed.
Most of the perceived failings of the MGC have been remedied by suspension adjustments and improvements in tire technology, making the MGC a fun little car to scoot the twisties in. The MGC was only made for two model years, 1968 and 1969, and GT production amounted to only 4400 units or so, making it a rare bird to boot. This example is far from perfect, but it’s not a complete basket case either. With some honest work to the rocker panel rust and some luck regarding the engine, this could turn into a great weekend run about. It may have some appreciation potential to boot.
This is for sale in Pleasant Grove, Utah and is currently posted on Ebay.
