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- 1968 MG C GT ‘Sebring’ Replica Project
1968 MG C GT ‘Sebring’ Replica Project
Lot Number: 182
1968 MG C GT ‘Sebring’ Replica Project
Partly completed project to turn a standard MG C GT into a 'Sebring' homage.
- ESTIMATE: £10,000 - £12,000
+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 22nd March, 2025 at 11.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
BRG -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
UJW 988G -
ODOMETER READING
57573 Miles
SUMMARY
Partly completed project to turn a standard MG C GT into a 'Sebring' homage.
DESCRIPTION
- Disassembled MG C GT with the potential to return to a standard road car with enhanced bodywork or continue to develop as a 'Sebring' homage or even a Sebring replica depending on the budget
- A long term project by the previous owner based on an original UK-supplied MG C GT first registered in 1968. The V5 is present confirming matching numbers engine and gearbox
- We have very limited information but from the images it appears that the original MG C floorpan, suspension and running gear have been restored
- Rebuilt dash, roll cage, Corbeau seats with Securon harness
- The bodywork has been finished as an homage to RMO 669F, the MG C GTS that ran at Sebring and is based on the original shell, used panels from a later MG B Heritage shell, new metal front wings with fibreglass flared edges and fibreglass rear wings ('complete with the exception of front windscreen, radiator and minor bits')
- Additional - alloy bonnet, deep dish 6" x 15" wire wheels with the 3-eared spinners, rare manifolds, new triple Webers with individual alloy manifolds
- The original engine has been rebuilt (TBA). Head separate. New rocker cover
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Supplied with the V5, chassis tag present, large history file, commission number tag, engine tag, gearbox tag, photos of the car prior to restoration commencing, an itemised list of work and parts purchased
- The engine, gearbox and all the very expensive parts will need to be collected by the buyer from the seller in Worcestershire, however delivery can be arranged by negotiation
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 182
- Make
- MG
- Model
- MGC EVOCATION
- Registration Number
- UJW 988G
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- GCD13628
- Engine Number
- 2865
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- BRG
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSCORE:
79 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
The car has the original aluminium bonnet. New steel front wings with fiberglass flairs. The rear wings are fiberglass.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
New carpets. The Dashboard was completely refurbished. It also has the correct Smith clocks.
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Original 2.9 Straight six engine. The head needs work, engine turns, believed to have been rebuilt. All matching numbers.
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
Grearbox was working when removed. Original gearbox, Matching numbers.
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Remarks
Correct Deep dish wire wheels.
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
Untested all in boxes.
Vehicle History
Remarks
Lots of history. V5, Chassis tag present, Large history file, commission number tag, engine tag, gearbox tag, photos of the car prior to restoration commencing and a itemised List of work and parts purchased.
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
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