Lot No. 08
1979 MG Midget 1500
Price
£25,000
Mileage
14 miles
Previous Owners
3 (unregistered)
Marque
MG
Unregistered from new. In totally original condition — exactly as it left the factory. Routinely maintained but never driven on the road, with just 14 pre-delivery miles.
This unregistered 1979 MG Midget 1500 has a fascinating history. Originally purchased in 1980 from a British Leyland agent in Sheffield, the car had remained unsold since its delivery. The buyer acquired it by part-exchanging a Cortina MKV and soon advertised it in the Yorkshire Post, where it was sold to a buyer from North Yorkshire. The car resurfaced years later, having passed through a few hands, and was eventually purchased by a dealer in Barnsley from the estate of its last owner.
The MG Midget 1500 is the final iteration of the Midget series, produced between 1974 and 1980, featuring a 1493cc engine from Triumph producing around 65 bhp. This small two-seater sports car, known for its agility and charm, retains a classic FR layout and a 4-speed manual gearbox. The Midget 1500 represents the end of an era for British sports cars, with this particular example offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of automotive history.
Asking price
£25,000
Viewings are strictly by appointment in London, seven days a week — the exact address is shared once confirmed. The full history file will be on the table, and you’ll have as long with it as you need.
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