1952 MG TD

1952 MG TD
Chassis no. TD/17297
Engine no. XPAG/TD2/17736
1,250cc OHV Inline 4-Cylinder Engine
2 SU Carburetors
57bhp at 5,400rpm
4-Speed Manual Transmission
Front Independent Suspension – Live Rear Axle
4-Wheel Drum Brakes

*Exquisitely restored and sorted TD
*Under the care of the current owner for nearly 50 years
*Extensive history file and list of accompaniments
*Award winning, magazine feature car
*Unique example of a well-loved British sports car

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

This lovely TD was acquired by the consignor in July of 1970. The car was found in the local classifieds, advertised as having been semi-restored in Buena Park California with an asking price of $795. After some intense negotiations, the car was purchased for $695. The TD was unique in that it did not have a convertible hood, but instead was accompanied by a seldom seen fiberglass hard top. After 28 years of enjoyment, the consignor decided that it was time to treat the TD to a total nut-and-bolt restoration. The restoration began in 1998 and was completed in 2000. During the restoration, exhaustive measures were taken insure that everything was done correctly to factory specifications - even going as far to restore the original, factory supplied nuts and bolts. The only things that were not finished to factory specification were the undersides of the fenders, which were painted black instead of body color, and the radiator slats were left in chrome instead of being painted.

Since the restoration was completed, the car has traveled fewer than 2,000 miles, but has been continuously exercised and properly maintained. During those 2,000 miles, the car has made trips to local shows in the Southern California area where it has won numerous awards. In 2011, the car was featured in Hemmings magazine where it was used in a 6 page buyers guide for the MG TD model. Today the car is in exceptional condition, appearing as though the restoration was completed yesterday rather than 18 years ago - a true testament to the quality of the work and care that it has received. The numbers matching 1250cc engine roars to life instantly, making all of the right sounds, communicating that the car is just as capable on a back road as it is on the show field.

Accompanying the car is an extensive history file which includes photos of the car prior, during, and post restoration, a binder full of the restoration invoices, and original paperwork/registration cards dating back to 1970. In addition to the history file, the car is offered with its original hand crank, jack, California black plate, hard top, and a toneau cover. One would be hard pressed to find another TD that is as well sorted and charming as this lovely example.