January 2026

Owners name: Eric Turtle

Owners location: North East, UK

Model: Midget GAN5 Round Wheel Arch 71 – 74

Engine size/type: A-Series 1275cc

Year of manufacture: 1973

Colour: Citron

How long owned: Since 1979

 History of Car and any work or modifications carried out:I have owned the car since 1979, initially as our everyday car.Still basically in original condition, I have carried out the following over the years.Engine now has polished and ported head, long centre branch manifold, fast road camshaft and straight through exhaust.Gearbox is original as is the rear axle.Suspension has uprated front roll bar and telescopic shock absorbers at the rear.Bodywork has been maintained over the years to a good standard.  Only panels I have replaced are front panel, spring hangers at front end of rear springs, also some minor repairs to driver’s side floor and boot floor.Car has also been fully resprayed by me several years ago.It has been to Le Mans on several occasions and travelled extensively throughout the British Isles.The previous owner drove it to Malta and Sicily until they returned to the North East where it has lived for the last forty six years.

Nick name of car: None.

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