Description
MG MGB GT | 1966
Highlights:
– 1.8-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, running on unleaded fuel, paired with an uprated 5-speed Ford Type 9 manual gearbox
– Koni shock absorbers front and rear, new front springs and wishbones, and new rear leaf springs with polyurethane bushes
– Stainless steel “Big Bore” exhaust system, electronic ignition, and a rebuilt HS4 carburettor
– French “Collection” registration with accompanying British heritage certificate
– Independently appraised at €25,000 in January 2024
The seller offers for sale this 1966 MG MGB GT, powered by a 1.8-litre four-cylinder petrol engine running on unleaded fuel and paired with an uprated 5-speed Ford Type 9 manual gearbox in place of the original unit. The car has been fitted with a range of period-appropriate upgrades, including Koni shock absorbers front and rear, new front springs and wishbones, new rear leaf springs with polyurethane bushes, a stainless steel “Big Bore” exhaust system, electronic ignition, and a rebuilt HS4 carburettor with new needles and float bowl covers, along with a new headlining. The car carries French “Collection” registration and is accompanied by a British heritage certificate confirming its provenance. It was independently appraised at €25,000 in January 2024.
Introduced in 1965 as the fixed-head companion to the MGB roadster, the GT wore a distinctive fastback greenhouse designed by Pininfarina, combining a sloping rear window with a practical top-hinged tailgate to give the car genuine hatchback-style usability alongside its sports car looks. The 2+2 layout, with a right-angled rear bench behind the front seats, offered far more practical carrying capacity than the open roadster, while retaining the same 1.8-litre B-series engine, front disc brakes and rack-and-pinion steering that made the MGB such a commercially successful sports car for BMC. Slightly heavier than the roadster, the GT nonetheless proved a touch faster in a straight line thanks to its improved aerodynamics.
Imported new to France via Bordeaux, this GT combines its original character with a set of sympathetic mechanical upgrades aimed at improving everyday usability, from the taller-geared five-speed gearbox to the uprated suspension and brakes. For a buyer wanting a usable, well-sorted classic MGB GT with documented history and thoughtful upgrades, this example offers a strong starting point.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Condition of the interior
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
Technical condition
4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.
Overall condition
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
