Description
Is this the most original, unmolested MG Midget left in England? We certainly think it might be.
Here at Andrew Hardy Classics, we are absolute suckers for a proper British sports car, and pound-for-pound, you simply cannot get more fun on four wheels than an MG Midget. It’s like a classic Mini on steroids! But while we see plenty of restored examples, it is incredibly rare to find a time-capsule car that has escaped the restorer's welding torch and paint gun. This 1974 round-wheel-arch model is an absolute peach.
The Holy Grail of Originality & History
Finished in its factory-original Harvest Gold paintwork with a spotless black interior trim, this Midget has covered a mere, genuine 20, 000 miles from new. It features the highly desirable round rear wheel arches (making it one of the final and most sought-after pre-rubber-bumper cars) and is powered by the iconic, spirited 1275cc engine with twin SU carburettors.
What sets this classic MG apart is its sensational history folder. It comes with an abundance of paperwork, including the original factory order form and bill of sale from 1974, showing it was ordered for the grand sum of £771! Factory extras specified on the original bill include:
Upgraded Oil Cooler
Static Seat Belts
Head Restraints (included with the car)
With just three keepers from new, this car has been cherished, shown at local car shows, and has even picked up a few trophies along the way for its outstanding originality.
Condition Report
Bodywork & Paint: Believed to wear its completely original factory paint. It has not been heavily polished or doctored—it’s just an honest, beautiful survivor with a couple of minor age-related stone chips that only add to its character.
Underneath: Stone-mint. It was treated to professional Z-Bar/ Ziebart rust protection from early in its life, meaning the chassis and floors are completely rock-solid with zero rot and zero filler.
Interior: The dashboard (which usually cracks on these models), seats, and carpets look exactly like a 20, 000-mile car should—impeccable, crisp, and beautifully preserved. It also comes complete with its tonneau cover and a hood that is believed to be original and fits brilliantly.
Mechanicals: It drives exactly like an unrestored, low-mileage tight car should. It will come fully serviced by our in-house team before handover, including fresh fluids, oils, filters, and a ignition check-over.
Why Buy This Midget?
Whether you are a seasoned collector looking for an investment-grade survivor or someone looking for the ultimate starter classic, this MG Midget is the one. Unlike fully restored cars that can lose their factory feel, this one drives with the tightness and precision that only a low-mileage original can deliver.
Vehicle Overview:
Make/ Model: MG Midget MkIII (Round Wheel Arch)
Year: 1974
Engine: 1275cc A-Series (Twin SUs)
Mileage: ~20, 000 genuine miles
Color: Harvest Gold / Black Trim
Owners: 3 Keepers from new
Documentation: Original bill of sale, factory order form, extensive historic invoice folder.
We offer a full, in-house delivery service anywhere in the UK, handled entirely by ourselves (no third-party couriers). International shipping can also be arranged to your nearest port.
