MG C
| Produced: |
1967-1969, 8999 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Sports,2 doors,2 seats |
First launched in 1967 the MGC was intended to replace the long running and highly successful Austin Healey 3000 series, however the faithful "Big Healey" were not convinced!. The MGC used a mixture of modified MGB bodyshell and a tuned 2912cc 6 cylinder engine, which it shared with the new Austin 3 Litre saloon. The MGC did feature some distinguishing features such as a small bonnet bulge (to accommodate one of the twin SU carbs) and 15" wheels. The MGC was also considerably more expensive than the MGB, this was not easy to justify to the public as the two cars looked so similar!
For many years the MGC was criticised for the way in which it handled and for being to "front heavy", these comments came mainly from early road tests and since been largely disregarded. The MGC offered good performance and an attractive bodystyle and made an ideal touring car with a genuine 120mph top speed.
The MGC remained in production for only 2 years, finishing in 1969. Today the cars are sought after classics and command higher prices than their 4 cylinder sisters (the MGB and Midget series).
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2912cc | S6 OHV | BMC C-Series | 83.36mm x 88.9mm | 9 |
| Type | Number | Capacity | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| SU 1.75inch | 2 |
| Drivetrain | Steering | Front Suspension | Rear Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 mph | 10 s | 17 mpg |
| Front | Rear | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Disc | Drum |
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Buy this book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1855201828 | MG MGC AKD7133/2 | Brooklands Books |
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| 1869826736 | MG MGC AKD4887B | Brooklands Books |
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| Title | Pages | Options | ||
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| Article |
Classic Cars Spring 2001 pg 126 |
126 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars Spring 2001 | |||
| Cloth Cap - A new race series for unusual sports cars. We try four at Donnington - MGA Monza. | ||||
| Article |
Classic Cars May 2000 pg 114 |
114 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars May 2000 | |||
| Twin peak. The MGA twin-cam used exotic engine technology to achieve performance ahead of its time. Was it too clever for it's own good? | ||||
| Article |
Buyer's Guide - MGC (1967-1969) |
20 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 14 March 2012 | |||
| Buyer's Guide - MGC (1967-1969) - Much maligned when new, MGCs make great classic tourers today. MATT GEORGE checks out the ugly duckling that became a swan. | ||||
| Article |
Drive Buy - Class War |
120 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly September 2010 | |||
| Drive Buy - Class War - If you want a stylish six-cylinder soft-top, MG put up a better showing against Triumph than you might expect. | ||||
| Article |
The romance and the reality |
54 |
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| Publication | Octane August 2010 | |||
| The romance and the reality - A warm summer evening, a two-seater soft-top and the open road: the great British sports car plays a pivotal role in many an idyllic motoring dream. But are these machines as much fun to own and run in real life? We look at seven of the most popular models to find out. 1930/38 Frazer Nash Chain Gang, 1957 AC Ace Bristol, 1968 MG C, 1969 Lotus Elan S4 SE, 1969 Triumph TR6, 1992 TVR 450SE, 1998 Lotus Elise SI. | ||||
| Article |
Buyers Guide - MGC & CGT |
186 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car July 2010 | |||
| Buyers Guide - MGC & CGT - Slated when new, the MGC is now recognised for its many virtues as a great classic tourer, as Malcolm McKay explains. | ||||
| Article |
Super sixes |
44 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly Spring 2008 | |||
| Super sixes - Both cars rely on race-prepared C series engines yet this is no simple case of more horses for fast courses. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - MGC |
28 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 15 March 2007 | |||
| Buying Power - MGC - Trying to replace the big Austin-Healey would have been a tough act for any car...and the MGC initially didn't quite manage the trick, despite its six-cylinder power. Now, however, it's undergone a remaissance as a true classic sportscar. RICHARD GUNN is your guide top buying one. | ||||
| Article |
Shootout - MGC Roadster and Triumph TR6 |
38 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 30 March 2006 | |||
| Shootout - MGC Roadster and Triumph TR6 | ||||
| Article |
Winter Warmers |
94 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car March 2006 | |||
| Winter Warmers - MG's sports GTs - roadsters with roofs - are practical classic transport all year round. David Richards leaves his thermals at home to compare the A, B and C. | ||||
| Article |
Classic & Sports Car April 2003 pg 100 |
100 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car April 2003 | |||
| 10 Great £10k Sports Cars. What we'd buy with the money - and what top motor people would take home as personal choices. MGF 1.8 VVC. | ||||
| Article |
Classic & Sports Car April 2003 pg 102 |
102 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car April 2003 | |||
| 10 Great £10k Sports Cars. What we'd buy with the money - and what top motor people would take home as personal choices. MG TF 1250cc. | ||||
| Article |
Classic & Sports Car June 2001 pg 122 |
122 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car June 2001 | |||
| Sports Car Bonanza - Coming classics head-to-head in essential group test: Barchetta, Elan, MGF, MX-5 and S2. We pick a sub-£10k winner. | ||||
| Article |
Classics February 2001 pg 36 |
36 |
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| Publication | Classics February 2001 | |||
| Rare treats at Goodwood. Malcolm McKay revistis this years Goodwood Revival Meeting to bring you details of some of the most interesting cars at the meeting. | ||||
