What a shame we don’t make cars like this little Midget any more. Simple, fun and pretty too, these unassuming British sports cars were and are the very definition of carefree fun.
Not surprisingly, the Midget remained in production for many years through several evolutions. This pretty restored 1978 evokes the best of those changes. It is a ‘rubber bumper, square arch’ 1500cc later car that has been carefully restored to an earlier aesthetic with wire wheels and chrome bumpers.
The work has been done to a good standard and is comprehensive, also including a retrimmed interior. This is a very attractive and appealing car where the buyer can benefit from all that work and investment.
The History and Paperwork
First registered 1st February 1978
Six owners since first registration
Current keeper acquired car on 20th May 2019
VIN records confirm this car was built in late 1977, one of the first 1978 MY cars
Registered as a Historic Vehicle with DVLA so MOT, tax and ULEZ exempt
Dateless Nothern Ireland plate included in sale
The Condition
Restored in smart light blue with no visible wear to paintwork
Bodywork in good order with consistent panel fit and no visible corrosion
Small area of paint run visible on nearside front arch but paint otherwise good
Chrome bumper conversion completed to a good standard
Painted wire wheels with chrome spinners and matching spare
Tidy underside with evidence of restoration and all in good order
Boot area and inner arches in good condition with no visible corrosion
Black vinyl roof is well kept with good fit and matching tonneau
Retrimmed interior in tan vinyl with excellent, virtually ‘as new’ condition
Brown carpets neatly complement tan seats
Wood-rimmed three-spoke Moto Lita wheel
The Mechanics
1,493cc Triumph 4cyl engine
Twin SU carburettors
4spd manual gearbo
Tidy engine bay
No reported mechanical or running issues
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Auction Details
Year1978
Make
MG
Model
Midget
Colour
Blue
Odometer
51,877 Miles
Engine size1500
Seller TypeTrade
Town
Lincoln
CountyLincolnshire
Country
United Kingdom
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