MGB: MG Midget

Oct 10, 2008 06:50:17
auctioneer

I have a question on MG serial numbers.
I am an auctioneer by trade and in the process of conducting a delinquent storage unit auction, I have uncovered a complete MG Midget and an assortment of parts.
Can someone on this forum help me identify this complete car by it's serial number? The serial #is GAN6UH198715G.
I believe it is a 74 or 75 midget 1500 but I can't confirm that with my current resources. Here is a photo just after we opened the door. I believe this car has been unattended since about 1996.

Oct 10, 2008 06:59:21
Ryan Reis

Mark, I'm not sure on the numbers, but you're definitely dealing with a post '74 rubber bumper car. Any details on the auction? I'm kind of local!

Oct 10, 2008 07:12:04
LAW3

According to Moss that serial number would indicate that it is a 1977 model year that began with gan6uh188001g.
Hope this helps.

Also any information about the auction and what is for sale would be appreciated as well.

Oct 10, 2008 07:47:58
PAMidget

Minimania agrees, it's a '77:
http://new.minimania.com/web/SCatagory/General/DisplayType/News/DisplayID/1540/ArticleV.cfm

BL Vins explained: http://www.mgcars.org.uk/midgetspriteclub/MascNew/CarData/IDNumbers.html

Oct 10, 2008 10:20:48
walshja

I would be interested in the blue hood you have, which is in the picture

if there are no creases or dents, let me know

Oct 10, 2008 11:43:49
Bryanm362

Certainly depends on rust, mielage, overall condition, but I would estimate anywhere from $1,000 - $2,000. Does it run?

Oct 11, 2008 00:33:54
MGMANN

Hi Mark. I think the car is a 1977 model 1500.
Serial# G= Abingdon assembly plant
A= engine series(used on 1500 models also)
N= 2 seater
6=
U= USA & Canada Models
H=
98715G= Should have been made between Aug. 76 & Aug. 1977.

Oct 11, 2008 07:38:35
highhilleer

My take on the numbers -- similar to above.


GAN6UH198715G
G=MG
A= 1500 engine
N= 2 seat tourer
6=AH Sprite mark II
U= USA
H = ??? Didn’t see this on the decoder
198715 = car sequence number
G Assembled at Abingdon

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