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1979 MG Midget

Sale price: $14,995.00 make an offer

Sale type: Fixed price listing

Technical specifications, photos and description:

Year:
1979
Mileage:
23,120
Engine:
1500 CC
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1979 MG Midget for sale

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1979 MG Midget
Stock #2360-DFW

1979 MG Midget for Sale

Charlotte Showroom
800 Derita Road.
Suite A
Concord. NC 28027
Local/International:
(704) 598-2130
Toll-Free:
(866) 542-8392
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email:
sales-cha@streetsideclassics. com Atlanta Showroom
213 Thornton Rd
Lithia Springs. GA 30122
Local/International:
(678) 279-1609
Toll-Free:
(877) 367-1835
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email:
sales-atl@streetsideclassics. com Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom
5400 Sandshell Dr
Fort Worth. TX 76137
Local/International:
(817) 764-8000
Toll-Free:
(855) 877-2707
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM CST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM CST
Email:
sales-dfw@streetsideclassics. com Tampa Showroom
4610 Pet Lane
Lutz. FL 33559
Local/International:
(813) 501-1630
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email:
sales-tpa@streetsideclassics. com Nashville Showroom
6000 Reliance Drive.
Suite 100
La Vergne. TN 37086
Local/International:
(615) 930-0600
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email:
sales-nsh@streetsideclassics. com

VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE:   1500 CC BODY STYLE :   Convertible TRANSMISSION:  
4 Speed Manual
EXTERIOR COLOR:   ODOMETER READING:   23120 INTERIOR COLOR :   Saddle    

VEHICLE FEATURES & OPTIONS

Owner's Manual. AM/FM Radio. Defrost. Manual Convertible Top. Heat. Vinyl Interior. Front Disc Brakes. Seatbelts

SELLER REMARKS

Go and try to find more two-seat roadster than this 1979 MG A (AKA Midget) for under $15. 00. If you like traditional British roadsters. there are not many more affordable ways to get the full experience than this wonderful British Racing Green MG.



Thanks to a lifetime in the warm. sunny southern US. this one doesn't show any of the usual rust issues that you find with these cars. Typically. the ones used as daily drivers found ways to rust in the most demonic ways possible. but this one is straight. clean. and totally ready to use immediately without any expensive additional work. British Racing Green is always a good color on these cars. giving them a traditional. almost expensive look that seems to defy their diminutive size. Fit and finish are also quite good with panels that are still straight and clean as they were three-and-a-half decades ago. The sporty gold pinstripe along its flanks serves to visually lengthen the car. but until you stand next to it. you can't really grasp how small and agile this one really is. Rubber bumpers were standard equipment in the late '70s. but they're more tastefully done here than on the B. which had its looks radically altered by federal regulations. The trunk rack is a practical and stylish addition. and MGB fans will undoubtedly recognize the taillights.



Small on the outside doesn't mean cramped inside. Sure. it's cozy. but there's adequate legroom thanks to the twin bucket seats. Newer saddle tan vinyl upholstery looks surprisingly stylish given the car's modest price in 1979. and the charm of the back-to-basics design still resonates today. Clear white-on-black gauges have a no-nonsense look that was typical of British cars of the period. and the relationship between the wheel. shifter. and pedals was designed by enthusiasts who seemed to know what they were doing. because it's a joy to drive. The original AM/FM radio is still in the center stack and it works. but we're pretty sure you'll never use it once you experience the brawny exhaust note. Overhead. there's a black convertible top that can be stowed and raised from the driver's seat just by reaching behind your shoulder. a technique you'll quickly master with some practice. Even the trunk is reasonably sized and offers a full-size spare and jack assembly.



Given the car's small size and featherweight curb weight. the 1500 cc inline-four moves it around smartly. Seriously. the guy in a Miata will tower over you and a Mini looks like an SUV in comparison. but that's all entirely the point. as less weight means more performance. Fortunately. the bright red four cylinder engine is a big over-achiever and delivers a wonderful exhaust note that will have you shifting gears just to listen to its snarky bark. It's quite well tended. with all the original equipment intact and lots of new service items. The 4-speed manual gearbox offers light throws and a progressive clutch. so shifting is a joy. and the agile suspension makes carving corners delightful. This is the car that proves the old adage that it's more fun to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow. and you can use every bit of this car's performance without fear or arrest or high-speed accident. Beautifully Minilite-style wheels are practically standard equipment on British roadsters. with these wearing 145R13 radials that look right in the wheel wells.



A fun little car that perfectly captures the feeling of traditional British motoring. Better yet. you can own an excellent example for what amounts to little more than pocket change. Call today!

1979 MG Midget for Sale

 

1979 MG Midget for Sale

Stock # 2360-DFW  
Charlotte Showroom
800 Derita Road.
Suite A
Concord. NC 28027
Local/International:
(704) 598-2130
Toll-Free:
(866) 542-8392
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email:
sales-cha@streetsideclassics. com Atlanta Showroom
213 Thornton Rd
Lithia Springs. GA 30122
Local/International:
(678) 279-1609
Toll-Free:
(877) 367-1835
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email:
sales-atl@streetsideclassics. com Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom
5400 Sandshell Dr
Fort Worth. TX 76137
Local/International:
(817) 764-8000
Toll-Free:
(855) 877-2707
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM CST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM CST
Email:
sales-dfw@streetsideclassics. com Tampa Showroom
4610 Pet Lane
Lutz. FL 33559
Local/International:
(813) 501-1630
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email:
sales-tpa@streetsideclassics. com Nashville Showroom
6000 Reliance Drive.
Suite 100
La Vergne. TN 37086
Local/International:
(615) 930-0600
Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email:
sales-nsh@streetsideclassics. com

TERMS OF SALE   Vehicle may be sold by Streetside Classic Cars prior to the end of the auction. Streetside Classic Cars reserves the right to end its auctions early or to cancel bids solely at its discretion and shall not be held liable for any such cancellation. The winning bidder is required to contact Streetside Classic Cars within 24 hours after the close of the auction to finalize the details of the transaction. A $500 Paypal deposit is required immediately upon selecting the Buy-It-Now option. The $500 Paypal deposit is non-refundable as ending an eBay auction and not buying the vehicle is very damaging to the seller. Any refunds will be at the sole discretion of Streetside Classic Cars and are not guaranteed. If winning bidder does not contact Streetside Classic Cars and submit deposit within 48 hours of auction close. vehicle may be made available to the next highest bidder or another qualified buyer on a first come. first serve basis. For balance of payment we will accept bank wire transfer (preferred). cashier's check. or personal check (vehicle shipment will be delayed until check clears). Streetside Classic Cars has represented this vehicle to the best of its ability. Prospective bidders are encouraged to contact us directly to provide additional information or answer any questions. Please be aware that all pre-owned vehicles. regardless of age. mileage. or manufacturer are subject to cosmetic wear and mechanical failure. Streetside Classic Cars encourages bidder to have a personal inspection completed prior to delivery to help ensure your satisfaction. Third party inspections are to take place prior to a vehicles shipment or delivery. All vehicles are sold "AS IS" and with no warranties expressed or implied. Final or winning bid price does not include shipping. tax. title. or registration fees. It is the purchaser's responsibility to provide for any state or local taxes and shipping expenses resulting from the sale. We can assist you in delivery through our network of private and commercial carriers. Most of them can deliver the vehicle to your driveway. We assume no responsibility for damages or delays incurred once a vehicle is in a shipper's custody. Streetside Classic Cars bears no liability and shall be held harmless for any complications. expenses. or damages resulting from a failure to meet these terms as they have been set forth and established herein. An additional documentation fee of $199 will be added to the purchase price at the time of sale.

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WE WELCOME INTERNATIONAL BUYERS

As an international buyer. it is as easy to purchase a vehicle from us as it is for any domestic buyer.   Please call or email any one of our showrooms at:

Charlotte Showroom Phone:
001-704-598-2130

Email:
sales-cha@streetsideclassics. com

Atlanta Showroom Phone:
001-678-279-1609

Email:
sales-atl@streetsideclassics. com

Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom Phone:
001-817-764-8000

Email:
sales-dfw@streetsideclassics. com

Tampa Showroom Phone:
001-813-501-1630

Email:
sales-tpa@streetsideclassics. com

Nashville Showroom Phone:
001-615-930-0600

Email:
sales-nsh@streetsideclassics. com

Rest assured. you are dealing with one of the largest classic car dealerships in the United States with one of the largest (500+) vehicles on display. Our sales staff is very knowledgeable and can assist you in every aspect of the purchase.


International buyers welcome!
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If you decide to purchase from us. we require that you give us your complete name. address and phone numbers (home. office. mobile and fax) and a port of entry that handles containers. We do not ship vehicles open (RORO: Roll On Roll Off) due to risk of damage to vehicle and theft of parts.

All international purchases must be paid by bank wire transfer in US Dollar funds only.

Once we have received the funds. we will prepare the car for international shipment through one of our approved land and ocean carriers. We file all the necessary documents for export. deliver the car to a US port. secure it in containers and board an ocean carrier. We can land a vehicle to any port worldwide handling container traffic. We export cars regularly and are familiar with export requirements. You. or your agent. are responsible for Custom clearing the vehicle and registration in your own country.

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