MG Midget, 1970 White, Convertible, British, Morris Garages, 13in Alloy Wheels

• Chassis:GAN5UB95084G
• 42k Miles Shown, TMU
• Replacement 1,275cc Inline-Four
• Four-Speed Manual Transmission
• White Paint
• Black Upholstery
• Black Replacement Soft Top
• Aftermarket 13" Alloy Wheels
• Front Disc Brakes
• Dual SU Carburetors
• Miata Miata-Sourced Seats

INTRODUCTION:

This was my first classic car purchase. With no rust, I naively purchased this “mostly” restored car July 25th, 2020 while visiting Malibu. After paying the car off and taking it’s first drive to my place in downtown Los Angeles, the engine started knocking. Upon bringing it to an MG Service Garage, I discovered it had a prior 1098CC engine that was no longer running. To my luck, I found an MG Racer and Restorer named Yianni (John Dorbacopoulos aka THE MAD GREEK, see him race here: https://youtu.be/pWyPYRjT7X8) in Los Alamitos who was selling a rebuilt 1275CC.

Since he restored MG’s in his garage, I agreed to purchase the 1275CC if he would install it. After examining the car, it had been “micky-moused” in it’s “Mostly Restored” description from when I purchased it. And so my journey began to refurbish my 1970 MG Midget so it no longer had any issues. Because of my long legs, I fell in love with Yianni’s 1968, MG B GT. I decided to purchase it while finishing the 1970 MG Midget. And now it is finished, without issues and ready to bring some joy to its new owner.

DETAILS BELOW:

This 1970 MG Midget is said to have been refurbished during previous ownership and was acquired by the seller in July 2020. Subsequent work included installing a replacement 1,275cc inline-four paired with a four-speed manual transmission, and the car is finished in white over black upholstery. Equipment includes a black soft top, aftermarket 13″ alloy wheels, front disc brakes, dual SU carburetors, and Mazda Miata-sourced seats. Additional service carried out during current ownership is said to have included overhauling the carburetors, starter motor, alternator, distributor, front dampers, and speedometer. This Midget is offered at no reserve with removed stock seats, partial service records, and a clean California title in the seller’s name.

The car is finished in white and is said to have been repainted under prior ownership. Features include a replacement black soft top, chrome bumpers with overriders, three windshield wipers, a bullet-style side mirror, MG-branded rear splash guards, and a single exhaust outlet. Exterior flaws are noted and include paint chips and wear on bright finishes.

Aftermarket 13″ alloy wheels are finished in black with bright lips and are mounted with 155/80 Milestar Touring SE tires that are said to have been replaced during current ownership. Braking is handled by front discs and rear drums. Service performed during current ownership is said to have included replacing the tie rods ends and steering boots, installing a front sway bar, overhauling the front dampers, and performing an alignment.

The cabin has been fitted with Mazda Miata seats that are trimmed in black cloth with a matching dashboard, door panels, and carpets. Features include replacement seat belts, front vent windows, manual-crank side windows, and MG Midget-branded door entry guards. The removed stock seats can accompany the car upon request.

A three-spoke steering wheel fronts Smiths instrumentation that includes a 100-mph speedometer, a tachometer, a fuel level gauge, and a replacement combination oil pressure and coolant temperature gauge. The seller states that the speedometer has been overhauled, and the five-digit odometer indicates 42k miles. True mileage is unknown.

The replacement 1,275cc inline-four was installed during current ownership and is equipped with dual SU carburetors and an electric cooling fan. Service performed during current ownership is said to have involved cleaning the radiator and fuel tank in addition to overhauling the carburetors, alternator, and starter motor. The seller states that the fuel pump, fuel pressure regulator, coolant hoses, thermostat, spark plugs, ignition wires, distributor points, condenser, and battery were also replaced.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. Additional work carried out during current ownership is said to have included replacing the clutch and the clutch master and slave cylinders.

1970 MG MIDGET - WALK AROUND - FOR SALE

https://youtu.be/pmXz6g3fm6g

1970 MG MIDGET Engine and Talk - FOR SALE

https://youtu.be/vDx4rnpQuro

1970 MG MIDGET ENGINE START AND FILMING DRIVE

https://youtu.be/0NAamkAhIa0

1970 MG MIDGET - ENGINE START + COOLING FAN - FOR SALE

https://youtu.be/xPxzLZmLLHk

1970 MG MIDGET - DRIVING INSIDE LAGUNA NIGUEL - FOR SALE

https://youtu.be/Q2ETXdofQQM