Description
This 1964 MG Midget car was originally built as a 1098cc Ashley historic FIA racer (FIA/ HTP Papers expired in 2017). Competed in both SPA and Birket 6-hour races. Raced in Europe and driven at some stage by Tony Jardine. Registered with V5 logbook.
Acquired by myself in January 2024 it had already been fitted with Sebring forward hinging front end and Ashley Fastback hard top. Thousands of pounds have been spent in 2024 upgrading and improving the car. The old 1098cc engine/ gearbox was removed this year and a new 1380cc full race engine and new straight cut close ratio gearbox was fitted, both only 2 races old!
Upgrades fitted this year include:
New full race 1380cc engine with 45 DCOE Weber carburetor
New straight cut close ratio gearbox
New Triple cylinder pedal box with balance bar and alloy cover
New oil cooler
New 3” lowered rear race springs
New Telescopic AVO adjustable shock absorbers
New Rose jointed semi elliptic Panhard rod kit
New 600lb front springs
New Front damper top link kit and new bearings
New Wilwood 4 pot ventilated front disc brakes
New Mintex rear competition brake shoes
New Negative top trunnions
New high torque starter motor
New clutch
New alternator
New Rev limiter
New Electric fan and sensor
New Electronic ignition
New competition coil
New large bore exhaust
New seat belts
New Mini-lite replica wheels
Yokohama tyres (one race old)
Full professional bolt in competition roll cage
Tillet composite race seat
Plumbed in fire extinguisher (serviced September 2023).
This is a stunning car with a great history, well developed and ready to race. Our client was going to race this car for the full 2025 season but an opportunity has arisen to change formulas and race in a team, hence the sale.
The car is eligible for multiple events such as: CSCC Swinging Sixties, Lackford Engineering Midget series, 750, Midget and Sprite challenge etc…
