Midget

1961-1979 / Roadster / United Kingdom

Critical Body and Structure

Floor Pan Corrosion

Symptoms

Soft or perforated floors, particularly in the footwells. Wet carpets after rain. In extreme cases, visible road surface through the floor.

Cause

Water enters through deteriorated seals and from below. The Midget's floors are thin and close to the road. Carpet retains moisture against the steel.

Fix

Weld in repair sections.

Available from British parts specialists.

Cost: $400--1,200 per section.

Cost mentioned in fix

Cost: $400

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Other known issues

Minor Body and Structure

Sill Corrosion

The outer sill skin softens, bubbles, and crumbles. When prodded, it offers no resistance. In severe cases, the door drops when opened because the inner sill has lost its structural integrity.

Minor Body and Structure

Rear Spring Hanger Deterioration

The rear leaf spring mounting points crack, distort, or tear away from the body under load.

Minor Body and Structure

Inner Wing and Suspension Turret Corrosion

The inner front wings around the front suspension top mounts corrode and thin.

Minor Engine -- A-Series (948, 1098, 1275)

Thrust Washer Wear (Crankshaft End-Float)

A metallic knocking or clunking noise from the front of the engine, particularly when the clutch is depressed or released. The clutch may feel different -- pedal travel changes, engagement point shifts.

Critical Engine -- A-Series (948, 1098, 1275)

Oil Leaks

Oil on the engine, oil on the ground, oil smell from the exhaust manifold.

Critical Engine -- A-Series (948, 1098, 1275)

Overheating

Temperature gauge climbs in traffic or on hot days. Coolant loss through overflow.

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