Jay and I went for a test drive in a 1967 MG Midget. He was the driver, as his 2001 Toyota Corolla burns a quart of oil for every two tanks of gas and it’s nearing time for a replacement.
We both were surprised at how small the car is – and at how 30 mph seemed like 70 mph.
Alas, a much newer car can be had for the same money – and one that wouldn’t need $500 worth of work to be road-legal.
But what a piece of history!
The intricate wire wheels aren’t available on any new car, regardless of price. The engine was so simple that it wouldn’t take an engineering degree to change the spark plugs. And what joy to drive a car that no-one else drives!
It was a marriage not meant to be. When the quick honeymoon ended, the heartaches would begin.
Epilogue: In a recent issue of Autoweek, a 1967 Datsun Roadster – a direct competitor – sold for ten times what the MG was going for.
Ah, how cool! Good for you guys giving it a drive!
Thanks Shane. It was fun!
I love that photo of Jay with the car, and love that you both got to experience this fun experience together.
Thanks Kathy!