Description
SUMMARY
Every now and then a car comes through my classic car garage that I really want to keep. A Porsche 911, an E46 Alpina and now this little MG Midget!
This is as ‘oven ready’ as you could want from a 1979 car. With the last owner for more than 20 years, it has an unbroken record of MOTs in that time and thousands spent on regular servicing. In 1999 it had a full engine rebuild included replacement cam and unleaded cylinder heads at an MG specialist in Cornwall. It has done less than 10, 000 miles since and you can tell.
THE CAR
Year: 1979
Make & Model: MG Midget
Engine: 1500 twin carb
Gearbox: 4-speed Manual
Mileage: 128, 522 (verified by MOT history)
Owners: Nine (Last owner 23 years)
More pics at - details above
HIGHLIGHTS
Incredible history pack
Rebuilt motor by specialist with just 10k miles
Unbroken MOT history over 20 years
A solid and useable example
CONDITION
Mechanical: Running strong and ready to be enjoyed. Cooling system working well. Starts on the button.
Body: All original panels, door shuts are perfet. Has had various blow-ins over the years and some areas of micro-blistering and one or two breaks in the paint. Very straight with no significant rust.
Interior: All very original and well-presented.
HISTORY
Service History: Pages of invoices showing a solid regular service pattern. Thousands spent. Recent brand new battery, alternator and engine mounts.
Documentation: V5 present, countless MOTs. Original bill of sale and advert from previous owner’s purchase in 2003.
ORIGINALITY
Original / Modified: Completely original. Wheels have been refurbished to original spec.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This car is almost 50 years old with over 100k miles. Please bare this in mind before viewing.
SALE INFO
MOT: Expired June 2026 (exempt)
Keys: Two keys
HPI: Clear with report available
Location: Fremont Classics, Taunton TA3 5EH
Delivery/ PX: Both available on this car
ABOUT FREMONT CLASSICS
Fremont Classics specialises in carefully selected retro and modern classic vehicles. All cars are described as accurately as possible, highlighting both strengths and age-related imperfections so buyers can make informed decisions.
Older vehicles can be incredibly rewarding to own but will naturally differ from modern cars in terms of refinement and maintenance expectations.
BUYER INFORMATION
Viewings and inspections are welcomed, and buyers are encouraged to satisfy themselves as to the condition of the vehicle prior to purchase. Prospective buyers are very welcome to bring a mechanically knowledgeable friend or arrange an independent inspection if they wish.
Fremont Classics is a VAT registered UK trader (I pay the VAT!) — please check my Google reviews and buy with confidence.
