Beskrivning
An MG with its origins in the 'frog-eyed' Austin-Healey Sprite, the Midget first appeared in July 1961, one month after the launch of its restyled progenitor, sharing the same bodyshell and mechanical underpinnings with only badges, trim details and price-differentiating the two. A series of engine enlargements saw the Midget arrive at 1, 275cc in the form of the Mark III - code 'GAN4'. Introduced in 1966, the latter employed a de-tuned (to 65bhp) version of the 1, 275cc Cooper S engine while offering significantly enhanced practicality courtesy of a new convertible hood. Testing a Mark III Midget, Autocar declared: "... it remains an excellent little car which certainly achieves its primary object – that of being fun to drive".
This Motorcar, in particular, was manufactured at the end of June 1967 and dispatched on the 7th July 1967 to Caffyns Limited. It retains its factory specification of Basilica Blue with Black Trim and Top.
It was professionally rebuilt by specialists MG Centre in 1997; a comprehensive restoration file with photographs and invoices shows this was a complete bare shell rebuild to the highest standards, resulting in a finish that has lasted the test of time and presents very well.
A recent long-term owner completed many works over his ownership from 2013-2022.
-New tyres, including spare
-New Battery
-New Breather Valve
-Replacement water pump
-replacement dynamo
-replacement starter motor
-red rotor arm
-Electronic ignition
-boot carpet
-new fuel hoses
-reconditioned gearbox and clutch 2017
-new seat foams and diaphragms
-new speedo cable
-plugs
-fanbelt
-front calipers and pads
-New steering rack
-carburettors balanced and retuned
-replaced brake and clutch master cylinders
A very presentable MG Midget in the factory brochure colourway is the perfect starter classic, supplied with BMHT certificate.
To find out more about this significant motorcar please contact our sales team for further details, viewing by prior appointment.
