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MG MGB Technical - MGBGT date of birth?

I have just come into possession of a MGBGT. It is a straight little car with almost no rust even though it has been out in the elements. I have found the car number to be GHD4U/141144 G. I do not yet have the block with that ID. Can anyone tell me what is the year of manufacture? Thanks for any help!

John
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1960 MGA Coupe
1962 MGA Roadster
John Progess

A GHD4 prefix indicates a Mk II car, 1968 or 1969 model year, built between late 1967 and late 1969.

For a more accurate date and description of your car, you can get a certificate from the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust, that will show the exact date of final assembly, factory options, original color and engine, axle and transmission numbers.

http://www.mgcars.org.uk/namgar/bmiht/bmiht.htm

In 1969, they put non-illuminated reflectors on the sides of the front fenders. Other than that, I'm not sure of any significant differences between a 68 and a 69.

Cars prior to 68 had a prefix of GHD3, while cars beginning with the 1970 model year were GHD5.

What is the engine mumber?

Paul Noble
Paul Noble

John,

Your car - 141144 was built in February 1968.
Chris at Octarine Services

Thanks for the information. Paul, I don't have the block yet. Supposedly the engine has been totally rebuilt. I have all the engine parts except the block. As soon as I get I will let you know. Thanks again!

John
John Progess

This thread was discussed on 08/09/2005

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