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Description
1978 MG Midget 1500
New Ivor Searle engine
fitted in 2021 and only 600 miles since; well-maintained with large history
file
As the
Heritage Certificate confirms, this MG Midget 1500 left the factory in February
1978 finished in Pageant Blue with a beige interior and Rostyle wheels. It was
sold new via Wadham Stringer on the Isle of Wight.
An online check of the MOT history shows that it has always been in
light, regular use, clocking up some 15,000 miles in the last 17 years, the
odometer currently showing 57,563 miles. It comes with a large file of invoices
back to 2005 to show regular upkeep with many new parts fitted over this time.
These include a stainless steel exhaust in 2008 and a new hood in 2011 which now
has a damaged side window (see photo). A tonneau and two hood covers are also
present, all in good condition.
Most
importantly, it was fitted with a new Ivor Searle engine in April 2021, since
when it has only covered 600 miles. All that lets the side down slightly is the
paintwork which is not quite as shiny as it could be, especially on the bonnet,
although a good machine polish might work wonders. Only one way to find
out…
For more information contact James on
07970 309907 or email james.dennison@brightwells.com
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