transerv@sprynet.com wrote:
>
> I drove a 1974 Midget this weekend, and if the fellow can produce a clear
>title
> today, will be the proud owner.
>
> He's asking $1500. The car shows 86000 miles on the odometer and it looks
>like
> that may be accurate. Tach does not work, oil pressure show 65lbs at speed
>and
> 40+lbs at idle....idle is high though, and air cleaners for carbs are in the
> trunk.
>
> I heard no unusual noises from the engine, a slight buzz in third gear from
>the
> trans (stopped when I put my hand on the shifter), and saw no smoke while
> driving.
>
> The body looks rust free, but was apparently white, then green, and is now
>red.
>
> The interior is not perfect but looks fair for it's age.
>
> The fellow says the tach only needs a resistor to make it work, the brakes
>have
> been redone, and the tires are new.
>
> Car has wire wheels that look to track straight as the car drives by, and at
> 65-70 on the highway it runs straight and smooth.
>
> Well...........
>
> Does this sound like a good deal? Is the 74 a more desireable car due to the
> chrome bumpers? What pitfalls should I be wary of?
>
> This would be my first MG in about 20 years, but my third midget. I went to
> college in a 65 and later owned a 68.
>
> Robert Houston
> transerv@sprynet.com
Bob
IMHO I do believe this is a good bye!
Rick
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