MG Midget Competition Racing Car 1963
General description :
Originally the prototype wind-up window car, with registration number ‘MG 1’, this MkII Midget was used in many publicity shots but during 1964 was reregistered ‘138 DMO’ and assigned to the Development and Experimental Department for preparation as a factory race car. Its race and test development was run in conjunction with the BMC Competitions Department’s Mini Cooper Engine Programme.
This car was the first Midget fitted with the 1,275cc A-Series power unit (standardised from the start of MkIII production) when engine number ‘XSP 2195-3’ was installed on the 2nd July 1964. Concurrently the car featured all-alloy, long-nose bodywork similar to that of Dick Jacobs’ famous midget coupés and was painted red.
From 1964 to 1968, ‘138 DMO’ was raced with great success by Roger Enever, son of MG’s chief engineer Syd Enever. In 1967 the Enever/Midget combination took 19 victories, winning the Fred W Dixon Trophy and the Amasco Championship, which led to Roger’s Grovewood Award.The car was consistently used in club racing and even competed at the Goodwood Revival in 2000.
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1963 MG Midget Competition Racing Car is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Essex by JD Classics for Not priced.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : MG Model : Midget Model Version : Competition Racing Car Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1963 Location : Maldon Vehicle Registration : Undefined
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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.