1969 MG Midget 1275 – Primrose Yellow with black leather upholstery and black mohair hood. Few cars capture the spirit of late 1960s British motoring quite like an MG Midget. Light, responsive and unmistakably charismatic, the 1275cc Midget represents the model at its most mature and enjoyable, combining classic chrome-bumper styling with the lively performance that made these cars favourites on both British B-roads and continental touring routes. This particularly appealing example has been in the same family since 2001 and was cherished for many years by its late owner, a genuine enthusiast who regularly toured with the car, attended shows and enjoyed extended trips into France. It is exactly the sort of long-term, enthusiast-owned Midget that collectors and drivers alike seek out today.
During that ownership the car benefited from a comprehensive restoration, including a bare-metal respray in its correct and highly desirable Primrose Yellow, a period colour that perfectly suits the Midget’s crisp, compact lines. The interior was refreshed at the same time with new black carpets, creating a smart and authentic cockpit environment consistent with the car’s era.
Importantly, the restoration was carefully documented. The car is supplied with a substantial history file containing a large volume of supporting paperwork, a photographic record of the restoration process and documentation tracing the car’s timeline and movements from new in 1969. Together, these form an unusually complete provenance record and add significant reassurance and long-term value.
The car runs and drives very well and has recently benefited from a service together with the fitment of four new tyres, ensuring it is ready to be enjoyed immediately. Although now MOT exempt by virtue of its age, the car will be supplied with a fresh MOT upon sale for your own peace of mind, reflecting both its usability and the care it has received.
The MG Midget 1275 is widely regarded as the sweet spot of the model range. Its eager A-Series engine, direct steering and wonderfully communicative chassis deliver exactly the kind of analogue driving experience that defines classic British sports car ownership. With chrome bumpers, compact proportions and unmistakable MG character, it remains one of the most accessible and rewarding entry points into 1960s classic motoring today.
Cars with this level of documented restoration, long family ownership and genuine enthusiast use are increasingly difficult to find, particularly in such an attractive period colour combination.
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