1969 MG C Roadster review from Switzerland
"A reliable, fast, good looking car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Twice the distributor broke down.
Actual oil consumption about is at 2 litres per 1000 Km.
Replaced seats and cover in 2000.
General comments?
My MG C is a very good and reliable car, but I do handle it with care since I own it, which means that for the first 10 to 15 Km I do not go over 2000 rpm until the oil is hot.
The car is an excellent long distance travel car with consumption around 12 litres per 100 Km.
I try to run it every second week at least (not with bad weather or with snow) for 50 to 100 Km so that everything warms up well. I often go over mountains up to 2500 m in the Alps.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1973 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 litre Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 44000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 149500 kilometres |
| Previous car | Lancia Beta |
| Date of Entry | 1st August, 2001 |