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- 1965 MG Midget Mk II
1965 MG Midget Mk II
Lot Number: 518
1965 MG Midget Mk II
Smart 1,098cc Mk II, subject to much recent expenditure.
- NOT SOLD
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 1st June, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Tatton Park, Knutsford, WA16 6QN
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BODY COLOUR
Red -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
FUL 972C -
ODOMETER READING
22500 Miles
SUMMARY
Smart 1,098cc Mk II, subject to much recent expenditure.
DESCRIPTION
- The second generation of MG's Midget (1964-66) is by far the rarest
- The Mk II featured a 59bhp 1,098cc engine, a more comfortable cockpit, wind-up windows, swivelling quarter-lights, better instrumentation, lockable doors and the option of wire wheels
- This 1965 example wears recently restored bodywork in red, white wire wheels and a twin-bar roll-hoop
- Smart interior in light grey and Burgundy with padded door cards, new carpet and a 3-spoke steering wheel
- Much recent expenditure for the current MOT including a rebuilt transmission and many new parts including battery, ignition coil, alternator, choke cable, fuel gauge, carburettor jets, pistons, sparks, exhaust, door locks, headlights, windscreen washers, wing mirrors and petrol cap
- Supplied with its V5C, MOT until November issued with 'No Advisories' and three sets of keys.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 518
- Make
- MG
- Model
- MIDGET
- Registration Number
- FUL 972C
- MOT Expiry
- 15/11/2024
- Chassis Number
- GAN340629
- Engine Number
- H15092
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Red
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSCORE:
96 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Perfectly restored bodywork
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
Includes roll bar new mats and seat belts if required
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Many new parts installed for current mot (Nov 2023 to Nov 2024). new battery, ignition coil, alternator, choke cable, fuel gauge, carburetor jets, pistons, sparks, exhaust, door locks, headlights front and back, windscreen washers, wing mirrors, petrol cap, 3 sets of keys
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
Completely overhauled for recent mot ,passed with no advisories
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Remarks
No problems with gears or clutch , as expected for 1965 car
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
All electrics sound and in working order. the fuel gauge is new but only working intermittently. speedometer flickers, but they did when new in 1965
Vehicle History
Remarks
For its age the car is in very good condition and drives very well
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
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