Vehicle Description
This 1976 MG Midget is the sharp-looking drop-top classic with a
driver-ready style. So it makes for the ideal kind of nimble
classic that's a true sunny day friend.
Because owning an MG stands out in the crowd, and there's no better
way to fly the flag of English craftsmanship than in a dark color
that you know everyone will call British Racing Green. The finish
was a later upgrade, and you know it has been treated with proper
care by the way it continues to have a nice presentation. These
Midgets have kept their appeal because their small size doesn't
mean they missed out on style. The taller fenders that let both the
hood and the trunk dip below are the kind of sleek lines that we
love on a classic European. And there are good details, like the
Rostyle wheels and the way the nice-fitting black roof goes well
with the clean rubber bumpers.
When you take the top down, the good-looking full black interior
and black boot cover mean this one continues to have a
well-coordinated style inside and out. MG understands small cars,
and so the interior was built to feel good with high-back bucket
seats and good legroom. This one also has the right features for a
proper cruiser, including an AM/FM/CD stereo with aux input to give
you upgraded driving music. And the wood-rimmed Moto-Lita sports
steering wheel gives you a good view of the crisp/classic Smiths
gauges.
These final generation Midgets received the largest motor ever
available to these sprightly MGs. The 1493 cc inline-four under the
hood produced more torque than the earlier 1275 cc unit, which now
made it better suited to American tastes. Add this to better
gearing, and this was a quicker car with an entertaining
performance. The engine bay has the look of regular maintenance,
including the fundamentals, like hoses, wires, and Stromberg
side-draft carburetor. The setup is specifically built for you to
take advantage of the fully-synchronized four-speed gearbox and get
the most out of this motor. The light body weight, independent
front suspension, and front disc brakes all contribute to the
sporting attitude.
We like this drop-top because it's a good driver that also leaves
room in your budget for some of the tinkering and tuning that's fun
in a British classic. So if you're looking for a big personality in
a small size, call today!
