Highlights
- Comprehensively and lovingly restored Mk11 Midget
- One of the best we have ever seen
- Carefully restored to factory standard specification
- Characterful and entertaining classic show car
The Appeal
The demise of the MG T-Type left a gap in MG’s model range below the larger MGA. When the firm noticed customers migrating to the Frogeye Sprite a plan was devised to offer a MG version of the much-loved diminutive sportster.
The MG Midget was positioned as an upmarket version of the Sprite and came to outlast it, evolving through various versions to stay in production for 19 years. The MkII model of 1965 stayed true to the original’s aesthetics but gained useful comfort features and a more powerful 1.1litre engine.
This delightful 1965 MKII is one of the best we have ever seen. Painstakingly restored by the current and previous owner to exact factory specification it is a rare opportunity to buy a show-standard Midget where someone else has put in all the work. It will be a treat for any buyer.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered on 9th September 1965
- Heritage Certificate confirms authenticity of current specification
- Factory supplied with optional heater and black tonneau cover
- Original owners manual
- 2 keys
- Acquired by the seller two years ago as a n unfinished project with running gear and shell completed
- MOT and tax exempt and there are no MOT records for this car
MKII Midgets were improved with:
- Wind up windows
- Opening quarter lights
- External door handles
- Separate locks
- Slight curvature to the windscreen
- Semi-elliptic rear springs for a better ride
Vendor’s work has included:
- Carry out final body preparation and refinish to original colour
- Retrim original bucket seats using a high quality kit from MG specialist Richard Woolley
- Source a ‘concours standard’ dashboard from Richard Woolley with correct crackle finish
- Install the original steering wheel
- Anodise the window frame to the correct factory finish
- Install new brightwork and rechrome bumpers
- Source and fit five powder coated wire wheels
- Install new Blockley specialist vintage tyres
- Acquire and fit new hood
- Install new stainless steel exhaust system
- Install new radiator
The Interior
- Retrimmed interior in superb condition and factory-correct specification
- Even the pedal rubbers appear to have been replaced
- Interior presents as restoration-fresh with no visible deterioration
- Black bucket seats with tasteful white piping
- Correct three-spoke black factory steering wheel looks immaculate
- Black carpets correctly trimmed to factory specification including around the central tunnel
- Door cards immaculate with excellent fittings showing no visible wear
- Replacement dashboard in superb condition
- Original switchgear and dials showing light patina of wear suitable to the car’s age
- The vendor states that all switches work except the heater, which will be repaired for sale
The Exterior
- Original shell carefully prepared and repainted in factory-correct British Racing Green
- Very good panel fit and straight lines along each side of the car
- The paintwork shows no signs of marks, scuffs or deterioration
- Brightwork either replaced or rechromed and shows no marks or deterioration
- Smart painted wire wheels with chrome spinners and matching spare
- Quality Blockley vintage tyres
- Halogen headlight conversion
- Underside and boot area show the structure is excellent with not even surface corrosion
- Windscreen frame carefully anodised to match the factory specification
- New vinyl roof with good mechanism and excellent fit
The Mechanics
- 1,098cc A-Series engine
- 4spd manual gearbox
- Running gear rebuilt by previous owner
- Seller has undertaken a full refit including new stainless exhaust system and radiator
- Brake hydraulics and discs replaced or refurbished by seller
- Upgrades include:
- Brake servo
- Electronic contactless distributor
- Electric SU fuel pump
Summary
The Midget was many British classic enthusiasts’ first introduction to the enervating world of two seater sports cars and as a result holds a warm place in our collective memory. Fun, entertaining and easy to drive, it is no wonder it remained in production for so long.
Early chrome bumper Midgets like this immaculate example were delicately styled and are particularly sought after. This desirable MKII is one of the best we have seen and surely a concours contender at any show it visits.
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