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1966 MG Midget Mk II in a bright yellow color that’s sure to catch people’s eyes

For sale: 1966 MG Midget Mk II

Technical specifications

Item location:
Washington, Illinois, United States
Make:
MG
Model:
Midget
SubModel:
Mk II
Year:
1966
Mileage:
57,000
VIN:
GAN3L44341
Color:
Yellow
Engine size:
1098cc 4 Cylinder
Number of cylinders:
4
Fuel:
Gasoline
Transmission:
Manual 4 speed Transmission
Drive type:
Rear Wheel Drive
Options:
Convertible
Vehicle Title:
Clear
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Description

For sale 1966 MG Midget Mk II in a bright yellow color that’s sure to catch people’s eyes!FEATURES:Front disc brakesRoll up windowsSynchromesh transmission (gears 234 only)1098cc engine - I've been told that this engine is characteristic of a 1965 model so this car was probably a 1965 but carried over and registered as a 1966)Center lock alloy wheels (stamped “MADE IN UK”) priced new at $1500 at Victoria Britishhttp://www.victoriabritish.com/features/sm/SMWL2.htmTHE GOOD:Engine runs (See video) https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/444982/MG%20Pictures/20141007_211131.mp457000 milesCalifornia car from 1982 to 2009. Unsure of history prior.Car alarm installedConverted to negative groundThree point seatbelts installedAccessory light on drivers sideDoors operate smoothly indicating that there is no body sagging which would be a very bad thingVery low rustAll gauges and lights work except the trip reset buttonTires in decent shape with minimal dry rotAftermarket carburetor (Weber DGV)Clean interiorAll glass is clean and free of cracks/chipsSwitches rewired so dash lights come on with parking/head lights (originally on separate switch). Heater fan uses the original dash lights switchElectric cooling fan with adjustable thermostat installed (factory mechanical cooling fan removed but included in sale)GM (AC Delco) alternator with internal voltage regulator installed with custom bracket (factory DC generator removed but included with sale)Braided Steel performance brake linesNew clutch (approximately 2000 miles ago)New Valve cover oil seal (approximately 2000 miles ago)New Emergency brake system (approximately 2000 miles ago)Valve train professionally cleaned (< 100 miles ago)Both front wheel bearings replaced (< 100 miles ago)New side mirrorsNew Kevlar radiator hoses (approximately 100 miles ago)New accessory belt (approximately 100 miles ago)THE BAD:Needs new convertible topHeadlight dim/bright switch intermittentMinor rust spots on bodyTrunk lid and rear bumper needs minor tweaksBroken Rear Spring (New spring and bushings included in purchase)Needs new battery (right now it won't start)Front suspension has play in jointsCarburetor needs cleaning/adjustmentEXTRAS INCLUDED:Tonneau coverFitted car coverSteering wheel lock bar“The MG Midget A-H Sprite High Performance Manual” book“MG Midget Austin Healey Sprite Haynes Manual” book“Tuning the A-Series Engine” bookNew Rear Spring and bushing setNew license plate light assemblyCarburetor rebuild kitI hate to see this car go but I don’t have the time and money to maintain it. I purchased this right after I returned from my military tour in Iraq and had a lot of fun with it.I would much rather see it in the hands of someone that can give it the attention it deserves!”NOTE:I'm listing this for my son. I will pass all questions on to him. The vehicle is located in St. Charles IL - if you would like to see it in person.Reminder: This is a contractual agreement. Your $500 deposit is non-refundable. This is NOT an opportunity for the winner to come look at the vehicle and then decide if he really wants it or not. NO JOKE! I had that happen before. This guy won my auction for a street rod and flew out from the West Coast to look at it and then realized that it would be too expensive to ship back home.

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