[Nobbc] Sprite/Midget on eBay

[Greg Tatarian]

Hi Clif,

Pretty paint scheme on that MG Midget, but yes, that trunk lid and hood 
are wonky, and no, it is not really common on old British cars in 
general. Fit problems are usually down to damage, incorrect re-fitting 
of parts, or bent frames with cars that have them. Poor lid fit is a red 
flag to check whether the problem is simply alignment at the hinges, or 
more serious.

This car has lots of mods, and in my mind is way overpriced. It is 
someone's personal take on a modified Midget, and has many non-stock 
items. Even if you loved the car the way it is, this seems overpriced to 
me, and you'd definitely want to see it in person before bidding. Check 
the completed listings for a better idea of recent comps and prices.

I haven't been following Midget prices, but they are lower than Austin 
Healey Sprite prices, even though they were made concurrently for 
several years. That's ironic, because the Midget cost more than the 
Sprite when new, but now, the older cars tend to be worth more.

Walter is the owner of that yellow with silver stripe Austin Healey 
Sprite you are referring to.

Cheers,

Greg



On 9/4/2011 10:30 PM, Clif & Deborah Williamson wrote:
> Hi Greg.
> There was an MG Midget at the drive.  I didn't notice who was driving 
> it but it was a pretty sweet little ride.
> There is a 70 Midget for sale in Cottonwood, Ca, on Ebay:
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1970-Mg-Midget-full-restoration-/190572806829?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item2c5f0642ad 
> There is also an address for additional photos which is pretty extensive.
> Might somebody have an idea what a correct price for this car would 
> be?  I notice in the photos as well a fit problem on the left rear 
> trunk, and the right front bonnet.  Is this normal for these, or 
> British cars in general?
> Thanks,
> Clif  74 JH