1969 MGC GT review and test drive

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Follow me, for a tour of this fine piece of British automotive history! Test drive starts at 7:26, on beautiful, twisty roads!
This car is now sold!
I would like to say a special thanks to Thomas François, who skilfuly photographed this splendid MG. You can get in touch with him by sending an email here: infothomasfrancois@gmail.com
Don't forget to mention that you saw this video! (place a link of it in your inquiry email, for example)
I would especially like to thank the owner of this magnificent car, who commissioned me to find a new owner for it. Without him, none of this would have been possible. This is a rare opportunity for anyone, and I am grateful to have it.
And last but not least, I would like to thank you all: viewers, subscribers, car nuts and petrol heads. I make these videos for you all, out there!
It took me a little over six days to plan, shoot and edit this video. While I was doing this, I was not wrenching, so not making any income (I am self-employed). I hope this video pays off, by helping to find a new owner for this MG C GT.
Spread the word, share with your family and friends, make it known out there that I am right here. That way, I can hopefully afford to continue providing videos like these, for so many people to enjoy.
Thanks again, I will catch you all in the next video!
Bio: I am a professional mechanic, focused on classic cars and bikes. I also write classic car reviews for an automotive blog, and provide "how to" type videos, to help the mechanically minded DIY'ers take care of their cars and bikes.
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Комментарии : 48

@russparker1647 4 месяца назад

An MGC roadster might be enough to bring me back into the MG world. Love it, thanks.

@malcolmshort2463 4 года назад

I am fortunate enough to own one just like this (an MGCGT, manual in Primrose) here in Australia, and I love it. All the things you said about the C's driving qualities are true. A really understated classic!!! Malcolm

@gmcevoy 4 года назад

That is fantastic! An MG C GT in Aussie must be a rare sight! Glad to know that you are enjoying it so much. Thank you for your comment!

@TheLifeTerm 2 года назад

Now that is some excellent video editing. Well done. 👍 I'm now in love with the MGC. Thanks for the great video.

@gmcevoy 2 года назад

Thank you John, much appreciated. I put a lot of effort into this one.

@AlanRWard 4 года назад

That was Great! Thank You for that... I had an MGC/GT same color and all. Mine was an automatic which I loved. That really took me back... I drove mine into the back end of a flat bed tractor trailer with 25 tons of concrete blocks on it. I was doing about 120 mph when I noticed the bridge, I swerved to miss the bridge, but had not notice the truck sitting there... Well, I removed the seat belt, turned the wheel to the left, dead locked, then went to the floor. yes, at 120 mph... Locked the brakes to the floor... hit the back end of the truck with the passenger side door, spun and hit the side of the tractor trailer at the rear wheels on the tractor then spun again to slam into the front side of the tractor. spun into the center of the road {two lane divided highway} two lanes of traffic flying around me. folded the dash in half, front passenger side fender and door wrapped around the passenger seat. Roof came down pinning my left hand on top of the steering wheel... Need I say, I climbed out the window after two guys lifted the roof off my hand to free me from the wreckage. I walked away with cuts and bruises, and a depressed mind... Alan photos available... karshotz@yahoo.com

@gmcevoy 4 года назад

Good grief! Your lucky star was shining bright, that day! Thank you for sharing the tale

@roystonvehicles9129 3 года назад

You sir are a hero

@zevkarter9600 3 года назад

I know I am quite off topic but does anybody know a good site to watch new movies online?

@Gravitys-NOT-a-force 2 года назад

I had one a long time ago. If you buy one, I can't imagine your regretting your purchase. It's a fun car.

@gmcevoy 2 года назад

Agreed! Totally underrated. It is a fantastic car to drive.

@stratac30 4 года назад

Nice video, well the test drive anyway - forget the beginning! I own a C GT which is now entering it's second restoration! I was around when these cars came out in '67, yep they got a lot of flak some of it justifiable others not. It's biggest criticism was it just didn't perform, you have to bear in mind that the AH 3000 Mk3 was just being phased out and the performance between the two cars was like chalk and cheese. The Healey developed a true 148bhp and the C was stated at 145bhp, well in fact the C was only developing a true 127bhp, this was confirmed by Downton Engineering the BMC consultants who provided tuning mods to BMC cars and Special Tuning Dept., so no wonder it was slated for its performance! However it's a great car to drive, nice and stable and gives lots of enjoyment. Who ever buys it will enjoy it.

@britishcomposers 4 года назад

Can't wait to get mine back. Been in the workshop getting the underbody properly protected and electronic ignition added. Poor man's DB5/6 someone once said. Gorgeous car. Fabulous engine. Far more comfortable than my E-Type V12 which kills my back. The TR6 is a nice ride, but the C is so silent of any noises like rattles and the seats are most comfortable.

@gmcevoy 4 года назад

It is a great car indeed. I hope yours will return soon! Thank you for your input.

@bertiewooster3326 3 года назад

No the MGBGTV8 is the poor man's Aston not the MGC.

@britishcomposers 3 года назад

@@bertiewooster3326 It was definitely the MGC that was referred to, as Aston didn't have a V8 until the 70's, and we're talking 1960's cars here and big, lumbering sixes. There's a not too dissimilar sound, and the weighty C feels like a big car, whereas the V8 is naturally a nimbler beast to navigate altogether. DB5's and 6's were quite a handful and represented an end of a line; much like the C, which was trying to be a more refined and up-to-date follow-on from the Healey, - which it clearly wasn't, but as a GT, was and is utterly superb - as I can attest to.

@bertiewooster3326 3 года назад

@@britishcomposers Maybe it was the later generation of Astons as well ! My MGBGTV8 produces 160bhp at 5000rpm from a standard engine with just tubular branch exhausts as extras, in France in 2019 it went to 140mph checked by Speedo and sat nav . Touring normally it returns 30+ mpg an absolute wolf in sheep's clothing

@britishcomposers 3 года назад

@@bertiewooster3326 You must have quite a high'ish ratio differential on there with a 5-speed gearbox. Some of these old cars really made the most out of their humble BHP. My 1972 Triumph 2.5 PI Mk2 saloon, which I had fully restored and owned for 12-years, (it was the pre-emission control model with 132 BHP and a massively wide torque band which started at 2,000rpm!), could reach 125mph in overdrive top on the old four-star leaded fuel, and it was meant to run on five star. I had a gps checked speedo and it was accurate; probably because I had the larger 14" Stag/2500S alloy wheels instead of the old 13" dummy Rostyle covered steel wheels. That car shifted and could hold back a Daimler Double Six from 80 to 110. People argued it wasn't possible, but I owned the car. It will remain my favourite car ever for driving, and I've owned the lot.

@wedjr97 Год назад

My Dad had loads of different MGs throughout my life. There was even a joke that I was conceived in a TF which I deem impossible. But throughout my high school years I was allowed to drive his CGT! A 16 year old in a poor man’s Aston! Man I loved that car. We also had a 71’ B which he bought in 1980. I own the B still and drive it as often as possible. Jaguars keep getting in its way when I get into a car. The B is jealous of the jags.

@gmcevoy Год назад

Cool story! They are truly great cars all round. B or C, they are simply fantastic cars.

@americanpatriot2422 2 года назад

Great video. I have a 68 MGC GT I am restoring.

@gmcevoy 2 года назад

Fantastic, another one being saved! Congratulations, and have fun with the restoration!

@user-vk8uu9nv7n18 2 года назад

Thanks very nice video.😃

@gmcevoy 2 года назад

Most welcome 😊

@Mr_Dia-Tribe 5 лет назад

beautiful car i love the classic cars i do not like to many of the modern day cars the older i get the more i hate modern stuff now they are making cars that drive you no sir i want a car that i drive thank you great video geoff this is thumbs up stuff thank you for sharing your fun

@gmcevoy 5 лет назад

Thanks, Darren! I always appreciate your kind words. I put a lot of effort, into making these videos, I am truly grateful that you like watching them. And I fully agree: if I ever want to get carted about, I just take the bus! Lol. This is just you, and the machine. So much fun! And it never beeps at you, for anything!

@jjefferyworboys8138 3 года назад

Pretty car.

@MGB-learning 3 года назад

I just started the ground up restoration for a 1968 MGC GT. I hope to finish the restorationit by the summer of 2021.

@gmcevoy 3 года назад

Oh wow! Another saved MG C GT!!! That's great! Please, keep me posted on your progress! Keep in touch!

@MGB-learning 3 года назад

@@gmcevoy Will do!

@Martindyna 4 года назад

Superb video and I enjoyed the trick photography of you arguing with that guy nosing around the car while you're trying to shoot !! 😁 A lovely car despite all the bad press. Strange and regrettable that BMC managed to loose the performance edge of the Healey 3000 in the MGC though, what a stupid error to make. Still sounds and drives well enough, I'd like one (unfortunately I've never been in one, only a `B' which was nice with that engine driven fan removed & a Kenlowe electric fan fitted).

@gmcevoy 4 года назад

Thank you for the kind words. Always appreciated. :) This is most definitely an underrated car, at the time being. After fifty years, it has left the "daily driver" sphere, and become quite collectable among knowledgeable drivers. They are quite scarce, so I do hope that you get the opportunity that you are looking for. This one is still for sale, by the way!

@Martindyna 4 года назад

@@gmcevoy Thanks, yes maybe one day I'll get to go in one. Look forward to more of your reviews. Has the car got Overdrive btw? That is a desirable add on for sure if not.

@russparker1647 10 месяцев назад

Had 4 MGB’s over the years, always wanted to drive an MGC. but never got the chance. Also an MGB GT V8, also never got the chance

@gmcevoy 10 месяцев назад

The MG C is a wonder to drive. Plenty of torque on tap, and sounds great too. Handling is really good too, despite the poor press reviews of the day. I would really like a GT V8 as well. Never say never! 🙂

@bombakdik 4 года назад

Where are you located in Belgium? First video I am viewing from your channel. I live in Belgium as well! Loving oldtimers and looking for some nice roads in Belgium, I do wonder where this is?

@gmcevoy 4 года назад

Nice! Good to know, of fellow petrol heads nearby! Welcome to my channel by the way, I hope you like it! I am located on the outskirts of Brussels, and this is indeed a great stretch of road. It was resurfaced not long ago, so it is probably one of the best roads in the country! lol. Great fun to drive on, or ride a motorbike as well! If you are looking for nice roads to drive on, let me know, I can show you around. :)

@bombakdik 4 года назад

Geoffrey McEvoy Thanks for your reply! Well, in fact I also live by the outskirts of Brussels but Brussels is large! Is there a way to get in touch personally? Thanks!

@gmcevoy 4 года назад

@@bombakdik Certainly: shoot out an email at info@mcevoy.be. Talk to you soon!

@mediocreman2 Год назад

Engine sounds great! Pretty bad driving though. No wonder the passenger was scared. He's nearest they oncoming traffic. Lots of line crossing and looked out of control even at slow speeds.

@gmcevoy Год назад

Your comment lives up to your screen name. Thank you for your contribution!

@rovercoupe7104 4 года назад

Why do people place those stick-on mirrors half way up the glass? M.

@gmcevoy 4 года назад

One wonders... To see cars behind, I suppose... ;-) I was not the one to put it there, but it can be unscrewed and relocated if need be. The new owner surely did just that.