23-Years-Family-Owned 1975 MG Midget

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The 1975 MG Midget represents the final evolution of MG’s beloved small roadster formula before stricter U.S. regulations reshaped the sports car landscape. Powered by a 1493cc inline-four paired with a four-speed manual transmission, the Midget delivers a classic British open-top driving experience with nimble handling and a lightweight chassis.

This 1975 MG Midget Mk IV is finished in factory-correct Bracken paint over an Autumn Leaf and black vinyl two-tone interior. The seller notes his father-in-law purchased the vehicle around 2002, and the previous owner indicated the low miles were original. Now showing approximately 45,100 miles, the car is described as clean and road-ready, benefiting from an engine rebuild in 2006 and recent mechanical attention—according to the seller, it sports a new carburetor installed this summer and a set of correct-sized tires are included with the sale.

This 1975 MG Midget Mk IV is offered with a spare set of factory-size tires, some service records, and a clean Illinois title in the seller's name.

Factory Equipment 

• Bracken paint  

• Autumn Leaf and black vinyl two-tone interior 

• 1493cc inline-four engine 

• Four-speed manual transmission 

• Convertible soft top 

• Dual side mirrors 

• The chassis number (GAN6UF159373G) decodes as: 

  • GA – Model: MG Midget 

  • N – Market: North America specification 

  • 6 – Series: Mk IV (introduced in 1974) 

  • U – Body type: Roadster (open two-seater) 

  • F – Transmission: 4-speed manual 

  • 159373 – Sequential production number 

  • G – Model year: 1975 

Modifications 

• 13” Minator alloy wheels with MG centercaps with Supermax TM 1 175/70R13 tires  

• Replacement black vinyl soft top (2011)

Servicing & Documentation

Recent maintenance reportedly includes: 

• Summer 2025: New carburetor installed

• Recent tune-up and valve adjustment 

 2006 engine rebuild included: 

• Disassemble and inspect 

• Weld and grind crankshaft polish and chamfer holes R&R bearings and plugs 

• Rebuild connecting rods 

• Hot tank block 

• R&R pistons pin fit 

• Clean head 

• Competition valve job 

• Surface head 

• Balance assembly 

• Set camshaft timing 

• Clean and detail all parts for assemble 

• Assemble complete engine 

Known Imperfections 

• Imperfections in paint and impact bumpers consistent with age

• Current tires are oversized (correct-sized tires included)

Ownership History

From the seller: “The car has been well cared for, kept clean, and maintained for road worthiness. The previous owner claimed the low milage as original to my father-in-law when he purchased the vehicle around 2002. The engine was rebuilt in 2006, and the car is clean and ready to hit the road!”

Included Items

• Factory-sized tires

• Some service records

• Vinyl boot cover 

• Spare wheel