11th Mar, 2023 13:00

March 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction

 
  Lot 52
 

1972 MG Midget

Registration - KEG 760L

Chassis No. - GAN5-123819G

M.O.T. - March 2024

Odometer - 33,819

This charming little round wheel arch MG Midget was in the family ownership of its previous registered keeper for twenty years, during which time it has been very well restored, maintained and pampered, prior to its sale to a collector in 2022.

According to the maintenance records for the vehicle, the engine was replaced with a 1275cc exchange unit by a previous owner in September 1996, and the vendor estimates that the total mileage of the exchange unit is circa 38,700 miles.

The vendor informs us that ‘KEG 760L’ underwent a comprehensive restoration, starting in 2002, following which the vehicle was returned to the road in 2013. A transfer of ownership within the family also took place at this time, and the car has covered just over 2,000 miles since. The speedometer was replaced during the restoration, hence the current recorded mileage showing 33,819.

Body work carried out during the restoration included new front inner wheel arches, cills, boot floor and a full professional re-spray in two-pack Glacier White. The underbody has been left painted so that it can be more easily inspected, and the owner assures us that this is in similarly excellent condition to the rest of the car.

Numerous mechanical parts were replaced during the re-build, including the brakes, front and rear suspension, steering, battery and tyres. The gearbox was also reconditioned in late 2021.

Internally, the fascia has been professionally restored in the correct black crackle paint, and the seats have been recently re-covered, making for a very smart and comfortable cockpit. A new vinyl hood, rear tonneau cover and spare wheel cover have also been recently fitted.

The Midget starts and drives as it should, and appears to be in excellent condition throughout, having been very well cared for and always garaged when not in use. The current mot is valid until March 2024 and the car is accompanied by an extensive history file containing the majority of invoices from the restoration, a number of old mots including every mot since 2013, current V5C registration document, and maintenance manual.

 

'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following;  Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'

 Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.

Sold for £8,325

(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)


 

Registration - KEG 760L

Chassis No. - GAN5-123819G

M.O.T. - March 2024

Odometer - 33,819

This charming little round wheel arch MG Midget was in the family ownership of its previous registered keeper for twenty years, during which time it has been very well restored, maintained and pampered, prior to its sale to a collector in 2022.

According to the maintenance records for the vehicle, the engine was replaced with a 1275cc exchange unit by a previous owner in September 1996, and the vendor estimates that the total mileage of the exchange unit is circa 38,700 miles.

The vendor informs us that ‘KEG 760L’ underwent a comprehensive restoration, starting in 2002, following which the vehicle was returned to the road in 2013. A transfer of ownership within the family also took place at this time, and the car has covered just over 2,000 miles since. The speedometer was replaced during the restoration, hence the current recorded mileage showing 33,819.

Body work carried out during the restoration included new front inner wheel arches, cills, boot floor and a full professional re-spray in two-pack Glacier White. The underbody has been left painted so that it can be more easily inspected, and the owner assures us that this is in similarly excellent condition to the rest of the car.

Numerous mechanical parts were replaced during the re-build, including the brakes, front and rear suspension, steering, battery and tyres. The gearbox was also reconditioned in late 2021.

Internally, the fascia has been professionally restored in the correct black crackle paint, and the seats have been recently re-covered, making for a very smart and comfortable cockpit. A new vinyl hood, rear tonneau cover and spare wheel cover have also been recently fitted.

The Midget starts and drives as it should, and appears to be in excellent condition throughout, having been very well cared for and always garaged when not in use. The current mot is valid until March 2024 and the car is accompanied by an extensive history file containing the majority of invoices from the restoration, a number of old mots including every mot since 2013, current V5C registration document, and maintenance manual.

 

'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following;  Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'

 Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.

Auction: March 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 11th Mar, 2023

Our March auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes will take place at Mavericks in Holywell, North Wales (half an hour’s drive from Chester). Mavericks, 8 Moyston Road Business Park, Llannerch-y-Môr, Holywell, CH8 9DQ

There will be free parking for auction attendees.

Entries are now being invited, and sellers will benefit from Hampson’s unique offering of zero sellers commission for physical auctions, meaning that vendors keep 100% of the hammer price achieved for their vehicles.

If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling one of the Hampson Auctions team on 01606 828124

 

Viewing Days:
Friday 10th March 2pm - 7pm
Saturday 11th March 9am - 1pm

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