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MG Midget 1500

MG Midget 1500

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MG Midget 1500
Lot number 55
Hammer value £2,200
Description MG Midget 1500
Registration CYB 16S
Year 1978
Colour Orange
Engine size 1,491 cc
Chassis No. GAN6 - 207682G
Engine No. 58462
Documents Partial V5C; due to have a fresh MOT

The Midget totally sums up the MG ethos – to make small, quick, good-handling cars at an inexpensive price.

Beginning in 1963 with a 55bhp 1,098cc A-series engine, it was steadily developed, front drum brakes soon giving way to discs and in the MkII model gaining improved rear suspension with semi-elliptical rear springs. In 1966 the MkIII was introduced, powered by the punchy and flexible 1,275cc engine that had helped to enhance the Mini Cooper’s reputation. With 65bhp on tap, the Midget was capable of snappy acceleration and speeds into the 90s.

Styling changes in 1972 saw the new Rostyle wheels housed in rounded off rear wheel arches in place of the old square ones and in 1974, the MkIV 1500 arrived. Powered by the 1,493cc pushrod OHV engine from the once-rival Triumph Spitfire (which also provided the transmission), the little car was now capable of 100mph from the 66bhp motor. US legislation also ushered in rubber bumpers which increased rear ride height by two inches but gave little away in terms of handling.

This smart bright orange example dates from 1978 and has clearly had considerable restoration work carried out over the last few years. Recently acquired by the vendor in part exchange, there is sadly little in the way of paperwork to accompany the car, which is a shame as it has clearly had a great deal of time and money spent on it in the past.

It has a new hood, comes with a snug-fitting tonneau cover, hood cover and has recently been fitted with a new exhaust system. We are advised that it will carry a fresh MOT by the time of the sale. Apart from a few blemishes to the otherwise smart paintwork, this appears to be one of the better examples that we have had through our sales and certainly deserves inspection.

AMENDMENT:Bidders are advised that this vehicle was placed on the vehicle insurance register in 2001 as a Category C - damaged repairable but the insurer decided not to.

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