MGC roadster, 1968 information

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Technical data

De MG C GT was built between 1967 and 1969 and was meant to be the successor of the Austin Healey. The MG C GT  bodywork is identical to the MG B GT. De MG C was powered by a 2912 cc. six-cylinder in-line engine with an output of 145 bhp. The powerful engine made a top speed of 190 km/h (118 mph) possible. To cope with the weight of thee six-cylinder in stead of the four cylinder the MG C was equipped with a stronger torsion bar- suspension in front. 

Technical data

Six cylinder in-line engine
cylinder capacity: 2912 cc.
capacity: 145 SAE bhp.
gearbox: 4 speed, manual + overdrive
top speed: 190 km/h. - 118 mph.
weight: 1115 kg.


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