MG 1100 (1965)
for sale
Price: US $3,000.00
Price: US $3,000.00
Up for auction is a very rare and equally adorable 1965 MG
1100 Mk I 4 Door Sedan. A two owner car that previously resided in Florida until it
was brought into beautiful Southern California by its current owner two years
ago. This car has a clear title and is currently registered in California. For those of you who don't know, the BMC family of 1100 sedans were the
big brothers to the notorious Mini Cooper. Although the 1100's were quite
popular in the UK, the reputation of the MG 1100 never seemed to reach the same
status as the Mini did in the US, making it extremely unique and hard to come
by on this side of the ocean. In fact you may have never even known that Mini
had a big brother until now, but the good news is it's not too late for you to
get your hands on one.
From cold this MG starts up easily with a pull of the choke, and settles into a nice idle upon coming up to temperature. The steering is a little
off center and likes to pull to the
right, it may need a wheel alignment. The brakes are firm, and the gear box is in good
condition and it is easy to find all gears, however there is no synchro in first.
It has a unique speedometer gauge that has the appearance of a retro radio with the total miles indicator working right below which reads just over 9K miles. This is incredibly low miles for a car of its era, should it be accurate. The title shows a documented 8548 back in 2015, so it is a possibility. The fuel gauge and water
temperature gauge are functional. Headlights and side lights are in working
order along with the left and right side indicators, however the indicators do
not self cancel. The MK I also has a foot operated headlight beam dip switch that is located just to the left of the clutch, and it works! The windshield wipers work great with just the flip of a
switch, and the push horn works too. The 1100 sits upon 4 solid tires donning MG crested hub caps.
The exterior of the car is a charming off white color that
has held up very nicely considering its age, and the red interior is in lovely
condition and like new. It has had new floors put in. The chrome bumpers are
nice and the front grille is in pretty good state, as it has been a bit
squished on the right hand side (see picture). The windows are clear with some small
scratches on the rear window as well as on the rear drivers side passenger door, however overall aesthetically this car is really pleasing. The trunk space is
tidy and spacious, and includes a spare wheel should it ever be needed. The
engine compartment is complete and mechanically sound.
If you are an MG enthusiast looking for a car that isn't
your typical everyday run of the mill MG, than look no further because this is
the MG you've never known you've always wanted! This car is truly a head turner
simply because its eye catching and particularly uncommon, also not to mention
very practical as well. A hard top 4 door MG 5 seater is just not something you often
come by, and classic cars that can fit a whole family are even more unheard of, so don't delay and bid to win this for not just yourself...but for the entire
family!
As always I would
advise inspecting the car in person if at all possible. It will not disappoint.
Please call for an appointment or with any questions you may have, (310)833-1525 Monday-Friday 7am to 5pm Pacific time. Thanks for looking!
update: 2016-06-01
Condition: | Used | Year: | 1965 |
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): | GAS3L54752 | Mileage: | 9,064 |
Interior Color: | Red | Make: | MG |
Number of Cylinders: | 4 | Model: | 1100 |
Transmission: | Manual | Engine: | 4 cylinder |
Body Type: | Sedan | Drive Type: | RWD |
Vehicle Title: | Clear | Fuel Type: | Gasoline |
Exterior Color: | White | For Sale By: | Private Seller |