MG Midget Inline 4 1979
General description :
Up for sale in our Louisville showroom is a vintage 1979 MG B. The MGB is a two-door sports car manufactured and marketed by MG Cars and its successors as a four-cylinder, soft-top roadster produced between the years of 1962-1980. This 1979 MG B is still sporting a lot of its original equipment to include the peppy little 1798cc 1.8 liter B-Series I4 4 cylinder engine that is linked to a 4 speed manual transmission. This cool little sporty drop top is in extremely clean condition and shows extremely well. The exterior color of this 79 MG B is a nice reddish orange and is complimented very nicely by the black leather interior and black manual top. By making better use of space the MGB was able to offer more passenger and luggage accommodation than the earlier MGA while 3 inches shorter overall. The suspension was also softer, giving a smoother ride, and the larger engine gave a slightly higher top speed. Options Include: AM/FM radio with cassette player, manual convertible top, aluminum/alloy wheels, radial tires and seat belts. This classic British roadster is ready to have the top dropped and cruise and can be yours with one simple phone call. To see more HD pictures and video please visit GatewayClassicCars.com. For more information or to schedule an appointment to come by and see this 79 MG B in person please call the Louisville showroom at (812)294-1555 or email us directly at louisville@gatewayClassicCars.com. See more at: https://www.gatewayclassiccars.com/LOU/2028/1979-MG-Midget-Convertible
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1979 MG Midget Inline 4 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Memphis by Gateway Classic Cars for $7500.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : MG Model : Midget Model Version : Inline 4 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1979 Sub type : Convertible Location : Louisville
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About MG
The MG (Morris Garages) story is a rich tapestry that spans several decades and involves various owners and corporate entities. Here is an overview of the MG story from its inception to the challenging period under the British Leyland (BL) corporation, highlighting key models and their specifications:1. Foundation and Early Years:
Year of Establishment: 1924
Founder: Cecil Kimber
Initial Focus: Coachbuilding and customization of Morris cars.
2. MG Octagon Logo:
The iconic MG octagon logo was introduced, representing the merger of MG with Morris.
3. MG M-Type Midget (1929–1932):
Key Features:
Compact two-seater.
Powered by a 0.8L engine.
The beginning of the Midget series.
4. MG T-Series (1936–1955):
Key Models:
MG TA, TB, TC, TD, TF
Key Features:
Roadsters with classic styling.
Success in motorsports, particularly in pre and post-World War II eras.
5. Post-War Era and MG A (1955–1962):
Key Features:
Departure from traditional styling.
First MG to feature a streamlined, modern design.
Available as a roadster or coupe.
Powered by a 1.5L engine.
6. MG B (1962–1980):
Key Features:
Classic British sports car design.
Available as a roadster or GT coupe.
Produced in high numbers.
Variants included the powerful MGC.
7. MG Midget (1961–1979):
Key Features:
Compact sports car based on the Austin-Healey Sprite.
Affordable and popular.
Various iterations with engine upgrades.
8. MG C (1967–1969):
Key Features:
A more powerful version of the MGB, featuring a 2.9L inline-six engine.
Limited production.
9. BL Corporation Era (1968–1980):
Acquisition by British Leyland (BL):
MG became part of the larger British Leyland corporation.
Struggles with quality control and labor disputes.
Decline in product quality and reputation.
10. MG MGB GT V8 (1973–1976):
Key Features:
Introduction of a factory-produced MGB with a V8 engine.
Attempt to inject performance into the lineup during challenging times.
11. MG RV8 (1992–1995):
Key Features:
Limited production convertible.
Revival attempt by Rover Group (successor to BL) to rekindle the classic MG spirit.
The MG story during the British Leyland era marked a challenging period with a decline in quality and reputation. However, the brand continued to be associated with classic British sports cars.