Brought in to fill a gap in MG’s lineup under the MGA in 1961, the MG Midget used a similar base as the original Austin Healey Sprite. During its near-twenty years on the market, the little sports car evolved into a modest yet fun B-road warrior.
First registered in 1977, this later example originally left the factory in yellow though has since been resprayed dark blue during a full restoration in 2019. Despite releasing after the 1974 addition of plastic bumpers to accommodate US regulations, this model features the chrome rear bumper of older models and does without the front end piece making for a truly unique sight.
It has also seen a lot of work away from the body with plenty of maintenance being done, especially in the past 3 years or so. It has a retrimmed interior that is to die for and has seen many chassis and engine parts replaced.
History and Paperwork
First registered September 1977
27 owners from new
Odometer indicates 14,753 miles though it has reset, true mileage unknown
Lots of work done since 2021
MOT until March 2023
Collection of invoices included
Car comes with V5c
The Interior
Fully retrimmed interior done in 2019
Seemingly untouched cream leather seats
Door cards to match, also in excellent condition
White dashboard in great shape
Aftermarket, modern stereo system
Wood gear shifter knob
Slightly worn badge in centre of steering wheel
Plastic driver’s side window winder showing signs of wear
Carpets in presentable condition
Dials and buttons show very few signs of use
Chrome door handles also look great
Boot looks clean and houses the spare wheel
The Exterior
Fully restored in 2019
Originally a yellow car, it has been resprayed in dark blue
Brand new soft top hood looks immaculate
Post-1969 MGB-esque taillights
Plastic bumpers of the Midget 1500 removed
Rear chrome bumper
Chrome luggage rack in great shape
Front wings changed in 2019
Paint looks good aside from a scratch under near side door
Ever so faded offside front indicator
Signs of surface corrosion underneath
The Mechanics
Engine bay looks great
1.5-litre inline-four engine
Four-speed manual transmission
Lots of work done between 2019 and 2022:
New brake assembly – discs, pads, master cylinder
New clutch master cylinder
New alternator, battery and fuel pump
New differential on rear axle
Summary
A lot of work has gone into this somewhat unique MG Midget. From the various aesthetic modifications to the extensive care that has gone into its mechanical health, this is certainly an attractive example.
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