The MGB GT coupe was decades ahead of its time. Its large, hinged tailgate brought hatchback practicality to the MGB roadster. Factor in a roomy cabin thanks to a high roofline and a fold-flat rear seat, and the MGB GT was a versatile car that appealed to many. Featured on AutoHunter is one such 1969 MG MGB GT Coupe being sold by a dealer in Gladstone, Oregon. The auction will end on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (MST).
The MGB two-door sports car, first launching in 1962, had a simple British sports car look, and it became a sales success over the next decade. For example, in 1969 alone, there were over 14,480 roadsters and 6,020 GTs sold in the United States. What made it so popular for its time?
The key factor in the MGB’s appeal was its positioning as both a fun yet practical car. One of the magazine advertisements for the car called it “The Thinking Man’s GT.” It went on to say, “The more you know about the sensible, logical, practical MGB GT, the more you appreciate it.” MG touted the car’s attractive styling, powerful yet thrifty engine, rack-and-pinion steering, heavy-duty suspension, and front disc brakes.
This Pale Primrose MGB has clearly been well-loved – it has clean body lines and sharp-looking paint. Exterior features include chrome brightwork, body side moldings, a single-outlet exhaust, and wire wheels. Take note of the unique fender-mounted rearview mirror on the passenger side, too. Moving to the cabin, we find fresh black upholstery, a center console, and audio entertainment coming from a Panasonic AM/FM/CD system.
Power originates with a 1.8-liter B-Series inline-four that uses dual SU carburetors and was rated at 97 horsepower and 105 lb-ft of torque. The odometer shows 25,511 miles, although the title reads mileage-exempt.
Looking closely at the car’s identification tag, it reads “The MG Car Company Ltd. Abingdon-on-Thames, England.” Sometimes referred to as just “Abingdon,” the historic town is located on the River Thames in Oxfordshire, England. MG automobile manufacturing took place there from 1929 through 1980. The original site has long-since been demolished – now replaced with housing and business parks – but MG fans frequently visit the area to see the “Boundary House,” a pub that was once home to MG’s founder Cecil Kimber.
If you’re an MG fan – or just looking for a dynamic sports coupe from the 1960s with great versatility – this MGB is going to be hard to beat.
The auction for this 1969 MG MGB GT Coupe ends Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (MST).
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