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The King Midget is a quirky American microcar created in post-war Ohio to offer exceedingly simple and affordable transportation. Today, it's a unique and accessible classic with a dedicated following and a wide range of values based on model and condition.
Typical sold price of a Midget King Midget ranges from $3,540 to $20,000, based on 49 sales tracked on Hypercars. 4 currently for sale.
The King Midget was the brainchild of Claud Dry and Dale Orcutt, who founded the Midget Motors Corporation in Athens, Ohio, in 1946. Their goal was to offer simple, reliable, and incredibly economical transportation that buyers could even assemble themselves from a kit. The car evolved through three distinct models, starting with a single-seat Model I and progressing to the more car-like, two-seat Model III which featured a unitized body and a 9 hp Wisconsin engine. Production ceased in 1970, marking the end of a unique chapter in American automotive history.
Collectors appreciate the King Midget for its minimalist charm and its status as one of the few true American microcars. Unlike many of its European counterparts, it was designed for American roads, however small it may be. Its simple mechanicals make it easy to maintain, and a surprisingly robust owner's club provides excellent support for parts and knowledge. It's an attention-getter at any car show and represents a fun, accessible corner of the collector market.
The market for these cars is small but passionate. With an average sale price under $8,000, they are affordable classics. The price spread is wide, with condition, originality, and model type being the main value drivers. Restored Model III cars command the highest prices, while earlier models and projects can still be found for much less.
Prices for the King Midget range from around $3,400 for projects to as much as $18,700 for professionally restored examples.
49 Midget King Midget vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 4 currently live. Sold prices range from $1,100 to $27,500.
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Based on 49 sales tracked on Hypercars, Midget King Midget prices typically range from $3,540 to $20,000. There are 4 currently for sale.
There are 4 Midget King Midget listings currently live across auctions, dealers, and marketplaces tracked by Hypercars.
