Highlights
- Supremely smart inside, out and underneath
- Registered with the Automotoclub Storico Italiano (ASI) and awarded the Targa Oro
- The vendor informs us that it has participated in various events
- Complete with a rare GRP hard-top, supplementing a soft-top and tonneau cover
- European-supplied left-hand drive example
The Appeal
Alongside the flagship MGA and latterly MGB, BMC wished to continue producing a budget-friendly compact sports car following the success of the MG T-Type and ‘Frogeye’ Sprite. Dubbed the ‘Midget’, their post-1961 offering would remain in production for eighteen years.
We’re delighted to present this cherished 1963 Mk I which has reportedly participated in numerous events during current ownership. Complete with a GRP hard-top, tonneau cover and soft-top, it’s a versatile little car that’s also in very good overall condition.
The History and Paperwork
- Chassis number: GAN2L/21770 - marks this out as a 1963 example
- First registered in July 1964
- Left-hand drive European-supplied example
- Registered with the Automotoclub Storico Italiano
- ASI Oro status
- The vendor informs us that it has not undergone a full professional service for some time
- 29,223 kilometres indicated although we’re unable to verify the true figure
The Condition
- Signal Red paintwork in very good overall condition - rated 10/10 by the vendor
- Pristine black leatherette interior with red piping
- Rare GRP hard-top, supplementing a soft-top and tonneau cover
- Period correct controls, including the charming two-spoke steering wheel
- Discreet auxiliary gauges fitted under the dashboard
- We understand all the switchgear and instrumentation to be in good overall condition
- The vendor reports that the tyres are in good order
- Steel wheels painted silver and complete with chromed hubcaps
- All the trim presents well
- The underside is immensely smart, with no signs of excessive corrosion
The Mechanics
- 1098 cc A Series engine mounted longitudinally and driving the rear wheels
- Twin SU carburettors
- Four-speed manual gearbox
- Added electric cooling fan - a sensible addition in hotter climes
- The electric fuel pump pump is apparently in working order
- The vendor reports that it drives very well, although has not been fully serviced in some time
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