Highlights

Bare-metal restoration completed in 2001
Further remedial work done in 2018 and 2022
In the same ownership for 24 years
Rare Mk1 model that attracts attention

The Appeal

The MG Midget is perhaps a long-standing backbone for the UK's classic scene. It's a smart, perky little sports car from tyres to top, and still manages to hold its own ably. There's an eternal appeal to the feeling of winding through country roads with the wind in your hair - and that's exactly what these perky little roadsters offer.

This 1963 example is a fine one - having been subject to a full bare-metal relationship at the start of its impressive 24-year ownership, and treated to further remedial work thereafter. It's been very well-maintained and has been driven quite some distances in its time - where it has regularly proven a very reliable driver.

These classics are continuously in demand, and will always charm the public. As a result we're quite certain this car will garner plenty of attention.

History and Paperwork

Built in 1963
In current ownership for 24 years
Bare-metal restoration in 2001 by Hazlemere Bodyshop, costing £5,818.88
Used for daily commute from Aylesbury to east London until April 2007
Maintained by a family member in Ireland (2007-2014) and stored in Northamptonshire
Kept in Cornwall since 2014
Car maintained on an 'as needed' basis with invoices from Hazlemere Bodyshop (2001-2006) and Carn Bosavern Garage (2015-present)
Further remedial work completed in 2018 and 2022 by Carn Bosavern Garage, costing £6,296.93
Major works include bare-metal respray and remedial work
Includes:
- MOT certificates for 2014, 2013, and 2012
- Detailed records for work from December 2000 to December 2006, and from February 2015 to present
- Valuation certificate
Odometer stopped at approximately 106,000 miles
Estimated correct mileage is about 114,000 miles

The Condition

Last checked over in September 2024, no additional bodywork needed
The vendor notes a few bubbles on the boot lid
Some wear to the brightwork, including some discolouration to the grille
Glasswork and lenses in good order
Panel fit is sound
Very little sign of wear to the underside
Internally, the car's in fine order
Dashboard replaced in 2001, along with the speedometer and fuel gauge
The vendor reports that the carpets, seat covers, steering wheel, and gear stick trimmings are original
As a result, they are showing light patina
However, we can't spot any rips or tears and it's all been well cared for

The Mechanics

1,098cc A-Series four-cylinder powerplant
Manual transmission with 4 gears
Engine bay in good order
Car has been very well-maintained
Parts replaced as needed:, including wiring loom, wiper motors, wipers, lights, fuel tank, radiator, and brake pipes
No immediate work needed
Last major job was replacing wheel bearings in September 2019
The vendor notes that the car is enormous fun to drive, and thrives on windy A roads with precise steering

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