Description
The Bolesworth Castle May 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction
Sunday, 12th May 2024
1979 MG Midget 1500
Registration - UTU 568V
Chassis No. - GAN6-222182G
M. O. T. - Exempt
Odometer - 83, 525
A wonderful example of a classic British roadster, this example of the MG Midget 1500 has had extensive work carried out, including a new engine, and bumper conversion. Presented in bright read bodywork – with deeper red swathe and MG logo down each flank – ‘WGA 546V’ has a 1. 5-litre four-cylinder engine that has only covered 5, 000 miles since being installed. It’s hooked up to the standard four-speed gearbox, creating an original driving experience for this classic MG. That new engine has been converted to running on unleaded, plus work has been done on the dampers, with new interior and roof fitted, alongside a set of new tyres. The chrome bumpers bring back a more retro look to the design as part of a complete body rebuilt between 2009 and 2012 – including new doors, bonnet, and boot lid – and photos for all work carried out by the vendor over the past eleven years are offered. The rest of the car – other than the engine’s 5, 000 miles – has covered 83, 525 miles according to the odometer, and the original engine is available for collection at the buyers expense should it be wanted.
MG’s Midget was produced between 1961 and 1979 over four different generations – Marks I, II, and III, as well as the Midget 1500. Initially based on the Austin-Healey Sprite, the Midget came with a 948cc A-Series engine, before being increased in capacity to 1098cc in late 1962. The Mk II arrived in 1964, lasting until 1966, with wind-up windows add, external handles, and separate locks in the doors. The windscreen was slightly more curved, and power was increased a little. The third-generation lasted from 1966 until 1974, using the 1275cc engine from the Mini Cooper, though detuned a little so as not to make the Midget faster than the MGB. The Midget 1500 lasted until 1980, with the most significant changed being the rubber bumpers and raised ride-height to allow for sales in the US. The last Midget ran out in December 1979, after almost 74, 000 were produced.
In summary:
· Vibrantly presented example of MG’s classic compact 1960s roadster.
· This MG Midget 1500 comes with a new engine with only 5, 000 miles
· Overhauled body and interior help account for a car in immaculate condition
This Car has been entered into Hampson Auctions, The Bolesworth classic and performance car and motorcycle auction, which will be held at Bolesworth Castle, Tattenhall, Chester, CH3 9JJ on Sunday 12th May 2024.
Viewing sessions will take place from 9am - 7pm on Saturday 11th May and from 9am - 12:00 on Sunday 12th May, with the auction itself commencing at 12pm on Sunday 12th May, and you are very welcome to join us there.
Prospective buyers can bid in the room, online, over the telephone or via commission, please contact Hampson Auctions directly if you would like to arrange one of the latter two options, or if you would like to request a condition report.
The auction catalogue so far is available to view via our website.
Auction entries are currently still being accepted, if you have a vehicle which you would like to consign, please contact us.
£4000 - £6000
Buyer's Premium 12. 5%
