Highlights
- Older comprehensive restoration
- Very sparing use since completion
- One of only 1,403 UK RHD Roadsters
- Huge history file
- Very well kept and presented example
The Appeal
The MGC was a clever idea: tap into the market vacated by the much-loved Austin Healey 3000 without the cost of creating a brand new model.
Things didn’t quite work out and for many years the C was footnote in MG’s history. Thankfully enthusiasts have rediscovered this potent 3litre British sports car, relishing its rarity and relaxed cruising ability.
Only 1,403 MGC Roadsters were built in RHD for the UK and survivors are rare. Particularly ones as good as this example, a comprehensively restored, enthusiast-owned example that has been well cared for and sparingly used. Classically finished in red over black it is a much-historied car in very, very good order. Stand out from the crowd with this great homegrown sports car.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered in the UK 12th June 1967
- Just three registered keepers from new
- Heritage Certificate dated 2002 confirms build and delivery date
- Originally British Racing Green then restored and repainted around 10 years ago
- Factory supplied with wires, overdrive, pack away roof, tonneau and heater
- Huge history file including lots of invoices as well as handwritten 1980s correspondence
- Two pages of typed history recording extensive renovation work
- These notes can be viewed in the photographs, which is recommended
- Restoration covered bodywork, brakes, fuel system, chrome and dashboard
- Engine and gearbox previously restored in 1980s
- Photocopied handbook
- Last MOT expired on 7th August 2018 with no advisories and 32,531 showing on test
The Condition
- Restored to a high standard around 10 years ago in classic red over black
- Well detailed car with black leather seats trimmed red and fabric roof trimmed red
- Bodywork in very good order with excellent panel fit
- Paintwork well kept with no visible marks, chips or damage to report
- Sits on well kept chrome wire wheels with quality Goodyear tyres
- Chromework well kept having been restored during refurbishment work
- Roof in good order with clear rear screen and no damage to fabric
- Smart interior with tasteful upgrades such as dashboard veneer kit and auxiliary dials
- Modern Bluetooth-compatible stereo
- Small diameter leather-rimmed three spoke wheel
- Black carpets in good order
- Underside presents well with no issues to report
- No structural advisories on last MOT
The Mechanics
- 2,912cc BMC straight six engine developing 150bhp
- Four speed manual gearbox with optional factory overdrive
- Extensive mechanical restoration work documented in photographs and history
- Engine and gearbox restored in 1980s
- We have no reports of mechanical issues
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