12th May, 2019 11:30 GMT/BST

Motor Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia

 
Lot 271
 

271

MG Midget MK.3 Registration number: SVG 722N First Registered: 28-08-1974 Engine Size: 1275cc...

MG Midget MK.3 
Registration number: SVG 722N
First Registered: 28-08-1974
Mileage: 24,268
Engine Size: 1275cc
Colour: Orange 
Engine Number: 12U586PN1649
Chassis Number: GAN5.1467829 -G
V5C present
 


Throughout the 1960s and '70s, Britain led the world when it boiled down to affordable sports cars.
The MG Midget was originally based upon the successful Austin Healey (Frog Eye) Sprite but with significant body changes and similar Sprite versions continued alongside to 1971. During it's life significant changes occurred including engine capacities rising from 948cc to 1493cc, with the most controversial being the 1500.
We are happy to offer a very clean example of this MK.111 Midget. Powered by the successful 1275cc unit giving the car a very sprightly performance.
For this model the square-shaped rear wheel arches became rounded in January 1972. Also in this year, a Triumph steering rack was fitted, giving a gearing that was somewhat lower than earlier Midgets.
The car has been the subject of a fairly comprehensive restoration over the years and the vendor has been witness to newly fitted factory doors and wings. The interior upholds a great deal of originality, with correct seats, dash and dials. The engine is smooth and responsive, and she changes up and down the gears effortlessly.
Finished in presentable, period dark orange with black sills, a revised recessed black grille, and squared off taillights as on the MGB and 13-inch Rubery Owen "Rostyle" wheels.
To many this car represents the best of the bunch and prices are still incredibly affordable for what is a very classic British sports car.

Buyer's premium of 10% (+VAT) applies to this lot

Sold for £3,100
Estimated at £2,500 - £3,500


 

. Older restoration, paintwork good, showing signs of rust on rear N/S wing top. Interior worn and discoloured. Light tarnishing to chrome. Tyres perished. Runs and drives well.

 


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