🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

MG

Model:

Midget

Model Generation:

Mark I to Mark III (pre-1971 models)

Model Years Covered:

1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971

👋 Introduction

Target Audience:

MG Midget owners, classic car enthusiasts, mechanics specializing in vintage British sports cars

Manual Type Comparison:

Genuine Factory Service Manual, superior to third-party or Haynes-style manuals in scope and accuracy

Authenticity:

Actual Genuine Repair Service Factory Manuals

Accessibility:

Digital format allows for easy searching and printing of specific sections

Cost Savings:

Enables owners to perform their own servicing, saving significant labor costs

📋 Manual Details

Primary Coverage:

Comprehensive Service and Repair

Secondary Coverage:

Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Diagnostics, Restoration

Estimated Pages:

Hundreds (exact count not specified but implied substantial)

Type:

Factory Service Repair Manual

Language:

English

Format:

PDF Download

📖 Manual Coverage

Powertrain:

Engine Service/Repair, Transmission Service/Repair, Differential/Drive, Axle

Chassis:

Brake System, Suspension, Steering, Chassis/Body

Electrical And Ancillary:

Wiring Diagram, Electrical System, Cooling System, Fuel System (Fuel Injection), Emission System, Heater/Air Conditioning, Engine Control System

Interior And Safety:

Restraint System, Interior

Routine Tasks:

General Maintenance, Periodic Lubrication, Fluid Checks and Changes

Diagnostic Tasks:

Troubleshooting, Advanced Troubleshooting Guide

Repair Tasks:

Step-by-step repair procedures for all major systems, complete rebuilds

Tuning And Adjustment:

Tuning procedures for engine and other systems

Depth:

Factory-level detail, suitable for professional technicians and knowledgeable owners

Detail Level:

Detailed substeps, notes, cautions, warnings, numbered instructions, enlarged insets

📊 Manual Specifications

Format:

PDF

Compatibility:

Windows and Mac OS

Storage Options:

Save to hard drive, burn to CD-ROM

Printability:

Fully printable without restriction (individual pages or entire manual)

Resolution:

High resolution (implied for clear diagrams and text)

Type:

Digital Download (Printable)

N/A:

Not Applicable (Digital Format)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type:

Inline-4 Cylinder OHV (various displacements over the years)

Displacement Early Models:

948 cc (approx. 58 cu in)

Displacement Later Models:

1098 cc, 1275 cc (approx. 67 cu in, 78 cu in)

Horsepower Range:

Approximately 45-65 bhp depending on year and engine

Torque Range:

Approximately 50-70 lb-ft depending on year and engine

Carburetion Early Models:

Twin SU Carburetors (e.g., HS2)

Fuel Type:

Leaded gasoline (early models), Unleaded gasoline (later models with appropriate modifications/adjustments)

🔧 Transmission

Type:

4-speed manual gearbox

Type:

Not typically offered with automatic transmission in these early models

Synchromesh:

Full synchromesh on all forward gears (introduced early in production)

📐 Dimensions

Wheelbase:

Approximately 82 inches (2083 mm)

Length:

Approximately 140 inches (3556 mm)

Width:

Approximately 52 inches (1321 mm)

Height:

Approximately 47 inches (1194 mm) to top of windscreen

Curb Weight:

Approximately 1,600 - 1,750 lbs (725 - 794 kg)

🛡️ Safety Features

Crash Safety Era:

Designed for an era with different safety standards; lacks modern passive safety features

Braking System:

Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes (standard)

Seat Belts:

Lap belts often standard or optional depending on early regulations; 3-point belts a common aftermarket upgrade

Windscreen:

Laminated safety glass windscreen

💡 Technology Features

Features:

Basic analog instrumentation, AM/FM radio (often optional or aftermarket)

Features:

None; basic mechanical systems only

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change:

Typically every 3,000 miles or 6 months (specifics in manual)

Tune Up:

Recommended annually or every 6,000 miles for optimal performance

Engine Oil:

10W-40 or 20W-50 (depending on climate and engine condition, consult manual for exact specs)

Gearbox Oil:

EP 90 Hypoid Gear Oil (typically)

Coolant:

50/50 mixture of antifreeze and water (specific antifreeze types advised in manual)

Rust Prone Areas:

Wheel arches, sills, floor pans, boot floor, A-pillars are common rust areas

Electrical Gremlins:

Aging wiring harnesses, Lucas electrical components can be prone to issues

Engine Wear:

Pushrod engine valvetrain wear, oil leaks from seals and gaskets

📚 Vehicle History

Manufacturer:

MG Car Company, British Leyland (later years)

Mark I:

Launched 1962, 948cc engine, BMC A-Series

Mark Ii:

Launched 1964, 1098cc engine, revised dashboard and minor styling tweaks

Mark Iii:

Launched 1968, 1275cc engine, revised front end styling (non-opening bonnet), larger wheel arches

Production Start Year:

1962 (though the manual covers 1958 which might be a typo or refer to very early development/prototypes not commonly sold)

Production End Year For Covered Models:

1971

🏆 Awards & Recognition

N/A:

The MG Midget is a classic sports car recognized for its iconic styling and driving experience, though formal awards from the era are not typically cited in service manual descriptions.