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MG MIDGET..... Anyone got one ?

rigger (Competent) posted this on Thursday, 14th April 2005, 10:07

Hi All.

Have developed a worrying want for a MG Midget Convertible.

I know nothin about them other han they are prone to rust.
Maybe coz the summer is on it`s way, albeit a long way off ! That i fancy a new toy. 8)

Just wondered if anyone had one, and what are they like ?

Been huntin for a "snap yer arm off" bargain, but yet to find one.

Many merry thanks,

SD



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RE: MG MIDGET..... Anyone got one ?

yabba dabba (Elite) posted this on Thursday, 14th April 2005, 10:11

Not really into vintage stuff, but i believe it`s a good idea to go for the best example you can afford, try classic car mags or MG owners clubs/websites.

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RE: MG MIDGET..... Anyone got one ?

petecowie (Competent) posted this on Thursday, 14th April 2005, 10:27

After passing my test I bought an MGB, spent a fair amount replacing sills etc. If you do decide to get one check the doors close properly, if not possible means the sills are going and will need replacing. Have you considered maybe an MX5 or Fiat Barchetta? both available for £3k-£4k and less prone to the TLC required by an older car like the midget.

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Rassilon (Elite) posted this on Thursday, 14th April 2005, 10:36

Always fancied a MGB GT myself (from 12 onwards).



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Chode (Elite) posted this on Thursday, 14th April 2005, 10:46

Always fancied a MGB GT myself (from 12 onwards). Snap, as a kid my next door neighbour had a green one. Lust over a fence. Years later a mate lent me his when he went on holiday. Pure heaven :D :D :D

BTW if you get a midget, hope you are not taller than 3ft6. :p

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RE: MG MIDGET..... Anyone got one ?

Rassilon (Elite) posted this on Thursday, 14th April 2005, 11:13

Had a mate with a red convertable MG, cruising to the pub sat in\on the back while in Cornwall was fun. 8)



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duder (Elite) posted this on Thursday, 14th April 2005, 13:00

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Have you considered maybe an MX5



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RE: MG MIDGET..... Anyone got one ?

Jonpy (Competent) posted this on Thursday, 14th April 2005, 16:25

Heh, I know just how you feel SD. I always told myself that my first car would be a racing green MG Midget...living in London means I haven`t ever *needed* a car....but when I finally looked into it I found that a decent one was a bit out of my budget for things not particularly needed.
And speaking to a family member that used to have a friend that bought and restored them, was warned off buying a cheaper one as they were a nightmare to get spare parts for.
My Audi 80 doesn`t quite fill me with the same pride. :/

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BTW if you get a midget, hope you are not taller than 3ft6


Not so...MG Midgets have looong noses and as you`re quite close to the ground there`s a surprisingly decent amount of leg/head room.

J.

RE: MG MIDGET..... Anyone got one ?

marksparks999 (Elite) posted this on Thursday, 14th April 2005, 16:45

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Have developed a worrying want for a MG Midget Convertible.

I know nothin about them other han they are prone to rust.
Maybe coz the summer is on it`s way, albeit a long way off ! That i fancy a new toy.


or just maybe you know its a two seater and the missus and kids cant all come along with you? ;)



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RE: MG MIDGET..... Anyone got one ?

rigger (Competent) posted this on Thursday, 14th April 2005, 16:52

AWW mate.. uncalled for !

I resemble the comment ! ;)

He he...

CROOOOSINNNN !


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