Description
MG Midget | 1978
Highlights:
– 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine, petrol, manual transmission
– Classic British open-top two-seater cabriolet
– One owner since 1994, cherished and carefully maintained
– Always stored in warm, dry indoor conditions
– Older paintwork restoration, with solid floors, doors and panels
The seller offers for sale this 1978 MG Midget 1.5, powered by a 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine, paired with a manual transmission. Finished in classic red, this is a well-maintained example of Britain’s much-loved compact sports car, described by the seller as a strong and well-kept Midget that has been enjoyed and cared for with genuine affection. Since 1994 it has been in the hands of a single owner who drove and looked after the car with great care, always storing it warm and dry indoors.
The car has received an older paintwork restoration, and the seller reports that the floors, doors and panelwork are solid. The seller describes it as being in good technical order and presents it as an ideal, affordable classic cabriolet. With its compact dimensions, open-top layout and characterful driving manners, the Midget offers exactly the kind of straightforward, fresh-air motoring that has made small British sports cars so enduringly popular.
The MG Midget was produced from 1961 to 1979 and became one of the most accessible and popular sports cars of its era. Closely related to the Austin-Healey Sprite, it offered nimble handling, a low kerb weight and an engaging, back-to-basics driving experience at an affordable price. Over its long production life the Midget was progressively developed, and the later 1500 models, introduced in 1974, adopted the larger 1.5-litre engine that gave the car more relaxed performance, along with the impact bumpers required by contemporary regulations.
As one of the final iterations of the Midget line, the 1500 combines the classic charm of an open British sports car with the extra flexibility of its larger engine. For enthusiasts seeking an approachable, fun and genuinely usable classic cabriolet, this carefully kept, long-term-owned example represents an inviting opportunity to enjoy open-top classic motoring.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Condition of the interior
4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Technical condition
4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.
Overall condition
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
