1961 MG Midget MkI

Lot Number: 699

1961 MG Midget MkI

A very early production example (chassis prefix G-AN1) that's benefited from a light refresh over the past 12 months.

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  • ESTIMATE: £8,000 - £10,000

+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

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LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 24th August, 2025 at 11.00am BST at The Wing, Silverstone Circuit, NN12 8TN

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Tartan Red RD09

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    481 CYF

SALE ROOM NOTICE

The car includes a brand new hood from A.H. Spares made from the original material. All the necessary hardware to fit it is still in the new, original packaging. A brand-new tonneau cover is also fitted to the car.

SUMMARY

A very early production example (chassis prefix G-AN1) that's benefited from a light refresh over the past 12 months.

DESCRIPTION

  • The G-AN1 chassis prefix marks the earliest MG Midget MkI, introduced in 1961
  • Mechanically identical to the Austin-Healey Sprite MkII, with unique MG badging and trim
  • Powered by a 948cc A-Series inline-four engine. Features drum brakes on all four wheels. Simple, minimal construction enhances performance and handling. Equipped with sliding perspex sidescreens instead of roll-down windows. Praised for sharp handling and engaging road feel
  • Lightly restored by the current owner over the past 12 months, who has owned it since July 2024
  • Recent works include a new rear brake cylinder, new regulator, new interior trim (including seat covers and carpets), a conversion to electronic ignition and more (see Sellers Report)
  • Runs and drives well, has been used occasionally and is otherwise dry stored
  • Very early production cars appear to be in demand for restoration and classic car collections

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
699
Make
MG
Model
MIDGET
Variant
Gan1
Registration Number
481 CYF
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
G-AN1-3491
Engine Number
9CG-DA-H/9336
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Tartan Red RD09

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Remarks

The sale includes a new tonneau cover and a new hood (from Austin Healey Spares) with new Plexiglas, supplied with all fitting clips, braces, and fittings but not currently installed. New stainless steel side trim and seatbelts are also included but not fitted, as the owner was hesitant to drill new holes. The side windows have been re-anodized with new rubbers and felt, and a toolkit is included. Paintwork is good but owner plan to have local company polish and rectify and light blemishes prior to auction.

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New interior trim including seat covers and carpets.

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Remarks

New egulator and a conversion to electronic ignition.

Vehicle History


About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 25th August. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.

Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.

For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.

If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before 9am on 25th August, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.

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