1930 MG M-Type / Midget - Fresh Cosmetic Restoration in Burbank, California For Sale

Condition: Used
Exterior color: Black
Interior color: Red
Transmission: Manual
Engine: 4
Sub model: M-Type / Midget
Drivetrain: Rear
Vehicle title: Clear
Body type: Convertible
DESCRIPTION:
xxxx MG M-Type / MIDGETPRICE REDUCED! The MG M-type was produced by the MG Car company from April xxxx to xxxx. It was sometimes referred to as the 8/33. Launched at the xxxx London Motor Show when the sales of the larger MG saloons was faltering because of the economic climate, the small car brought MG ownership to a new sector of the market and probably saved the company. Early cars were made in the Cowley factory, but from xxxx production had transferred to Abingdon.This 2-door sports car used an updated version of the four-cylinder bevel-gear driven overhead camshaft engine used in the xxxx Morris Minor and Wolseley 10 with a single SU carburettor giving 20 bhp (15 kW) at xxxx rpm. Drive was to the rear wheels through a three-speed non-synchromesh gearbox. The chassis was based on the one used in the xxxx Morris Minor with lowered suspension using half-elliptic springs and Hartford friction shock absorbers with rigid front and rear axles and bolt on wire wheels. The car had a wheelbase of 78 inches (xxxx mm) and a track of 42 inches (xxxx mm).xxxx brought a series of improvements to the car. The Morris rod brake system, with the handbrake working on the transmission, was replaced a cable system with cross shaft coupled to the handbrake and the transmission brake deleted. Engine output was increased to 27 bhp (20 kW) by improving the camshaft and a four-speed gearbox was offered as an option. The doors became front-hinged. A supercharged version could be ordered from xxxx, raising the top speed to 80 mph (130 km/h).Early bodies were fabric-covered using a wood frame; this changed to all-metal in xxxx. Most cars had bodies made by Carbodies of Coventry and fitted by MG in either open two-seat or closed two-door "Sportsmans" coup versions, but some chassis were supplied to external coachbuilders such as Jarvis. The factory even made a van version as a service vehicle. The car could reach 65 mph (105 km/h) and return 40 miles per gallon. The open version cost 175 at launch, soon rising to 185, and the coup cost 245. The xxxx supercharged car cost 250.The M-type had considerable sporting success, both privately and with official teams winning gold medals in the xxxx Lands End Trial and class wins in the xxxx "Double Twelve" race at Brooklands. An entry was also made in the xxxx Le Mans 24 hour, but neither of the two cars finishedPresented here is a beautiful M-Type fresh from a cosmetic restoration. Car is in great condition, a complete restoration of the wood body took place. Once restored we had the body covered in a Vintage style fabric, restored the complete interior and refinished all the sheet metal (hood, fenders, etc.) Car runs and drives well. Engine runs smooth, transmission shifts well. Engine does smoke slightly which is common in these early cars. All in all a very nice example of a rare MG. (Note: Car comes with a nice top and bow) We make every reasonable effort to describe this vehicle and use many photographs to help in this description. Please remember that this is a used vehicle. It is not new. The mileage on this vehicle has been recorded at the time of listing and is subject to change. Regardless of our commitment to describe vehicles in as much detail as possible there will be imperfections. Us failing to mention for example an item such as a paint imperfection, an inoperable switch etc, does not constitute refusal of a car by the buyer. Vehicles are complex machines with thousands of parts. Classic & special interest vehicles are broad in their differences and uniqueness. Even though we attempt to be as clear and concise in our descriptions as possible, some of these are cars that we buy and consign are not our own personal cars and we do not always know what to specifically look for. It may have issues that are inherent to a vehicle of its type and/or age. In short, we encourage you to ask questions. We also encourage inspections to avoid any misunderstandings. This vehicle is being sold "as-is", with no warranty, expressed or implied. Vehicle is available for an inspection prior to purchase
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