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MG Midget

Although the name was originally given to previous models dating back as early as the 30’s, the title Midget is now generally accepted to refer to the vehicles manufactured between 1961 and 1979.

Initially introduced as a better appointed version of the Austin Healey Sprite, the Midget saw many facelift changes and four different engines sizes over its nineteen year production span.

Engine sizes ranged from the 948, 1098, and 1275cc A-series units through to the 1500cc Triumph unit, borrowed from the Triumph Spitfire for use in the post 75 models.

In total 226,526 Midgets were manufactured at Abingdon before British Leyland’s announcement in 1979 that all future sports car production would cease, and the MG factory would close.