Vehicle Description
Following decades of remarkable success on both the racetrack and
sales floor with its quick and nimble, primarily four-cylinder
sports cars, Britain's MG returned to six-cylinder power in 1964.
The "large engine MGB" project, internally coded 'ADO52',
culminated in the 1967 release of the MGB-derived MGC. Neatly
bridging the gap in parent company BMC's product lines created by
cancellation of the beloved Austin-Healey 3000, the MGC was
available in Roadster and sleekly styled GT Coupe forms and looked
much like the MGB, aside from a pronounced hood bulge clearing the
intake system, and larger-diameter 15-inch wheels. To accommodate
the larger engine, however, the coil-type front springs of the
four-cylinder MGB were exchanged in favor of torsion bars and
wishbones, similar to those of the MG's corporate sibling, the
Jaguar E-Type. With 150 horsepower and plenty of low-end torque on
tap from its lusty BMC-sourced 3.0-liter (2,912 cc) inline
six-cylinder powerplant, the MGC was the most powerful car MG
produced during the era. Contemporary road tests revealed that
while it was just one second quicker than its 4-cylinder
predecessor in the zero-to-60 mph sprint, the MGC offered more
relaxed high-speed cruising and a much higher top end exceeding 120
mph. Available gearboxes included a choice of a newly-designed,
fully-synchronized four-speed manual unit or floor-shifted
three-speed automatic supplied by Borg-Warner. In addition to the
open-air roadster, the MGC was also available from the model's
October 1967 Earls Court debut in handsome fixed-roof 'GT' form,
with the GT's signature hatchback roof designed by none other than
Italy's famed Pininfarina. Featuring a fastback-style rear
treatment with a large rear window and versatile hatchback
configuration, the MGC GT delivered excellent luggage space and
welcome weather protection for year-round enjoyment. MGC
production, including the GT, ran to September 1969. According to
marque authorities, total MGC production totaled 8,999 examples,
including 4,457 of the sleekly styled GT. Produced during June
1969, the 1969 MGC GT offered here is an original North American
Export model equipped with left-hand drive, shipped new to
Portland, Oregon. Lovingly cared for by just two owners for the
first 46 years of its life, this wonderful 1969 MGC GT is
understood to be an original, unmolested and very well-preserved
car that has never been fully disassembled or restored. Exceedingly
handsome, the vehicle appears to retain the majority, if not the
entirety, of its factory-applied Pale Primrose Yellow paint finish.
Lending further credence to the originality of the paint finish, no
masking-tape lines, nor physical evidence of repainting has been
found on the car. The recently restored black leather interior is
to correct factory specification and looks particularly smart in
contrast to the exterior finish. The 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder
engine and engine bay are exceptionally clean, correct and fully
detailed. Accents include excellent brightwork and chrome 72-spoke
knock-off wire wheels mounting complementary Vredestein radial
tires, including the fully mounted spare wire wheel and tire inside
the rear hatch, which also houses a proper roadside jack inside a
storage pouch. Retaining the original, numbers-matching
Austin-sourced 'six', the GT's desirable features and options
include a pushbutton AM/FM radio, cigar lighter, heater, wire
wheels, a sporting 4-speed manual gearbox, and the flexibility
afforded by optional Laycock overdrive. As a 1969 model, this
captivating MGC notably benefits from the improvements made during
production at MG's Abingdon works, including a revised 3.70:1 axle
ratio, closer-ratio transmission gear clusters, and reclining
seats. A corresponding British Motor Industry Heritage Trust
certificate lists the MG's factory-original data and factory-fitted
equipment. In summary, this collector-grade 1969 MGC GT offers an
exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire an unrestored example of
MG's handsome and rare Grand Touring coupe of the late 1960s.
Simply put, it stands as an outstanding example of one of Britain's
greatest sporting marques. Offers welcome and trades considered For
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