The seller of this 1955 MG TF Convertible identifies himself as the third owner since restoration, noting that the car has been garaged throughout this time. He describes the restoration as in “excellent” condition and in “very good running order.” He confirms that he recently spent $9,638.04 with specialist yal British Motor in , o, for a “bumper to bumper” refurbishment in preparation for a sale. He is selling this unmodified MG TF now only because back problems prevent him from driving a clutch and manual transmission any longer.
- This restored 1955 MG TF appears to have been maintained to a high standard.
- Extensive mechanical refurbishments have recently been completed prior to a sale.
- The 1.5-liter OHV inline-four is reportedly “in very good working order.”
- The engine was rated at 64 horsepower and 78 lb-ft of torque when new.
- The four-speed manual transmission is said to shift with “no clunks or other noises.”
- Any powertrain leaks or weeps were corrected during the refurbishment.
- The engine was tuned up with new replacement parts.
- h SU carburetors were rebuilt, and the fuel system updated.
- All rubber seals, hoses, and gaskets have been replaced.
- No body modifications are identified other than the addition of fog lamps and badges.
- The sellerasserts that the yellow finish is in“very good condition, with no swirls.”
- A single 1-inch nick in the paint is noted “at the very front of the left hood panel.”
- No scratches are identified on the glass.
- No leaks or missing chunks are noted in the weatherstripping.
- All trim appears complete and highly polished.
- All lights, including headlights, taillights, and turn signals are reported to work properly.
- The tan vinyl seats and door panels are also described as “good, with no cracks or tears.”
- All gauges are said to be connected and in working order.
- All new bushings have been installed in the suspension.
- The wheel cylinders, front and rear brake shoes, and brake hoses have been replaced.
- The 15-inch wire wheels have been chrome plated.
- The Classic 165/80R15 All Weather tires are described as “in great shape.”
- A light tan fabric top, tonneau cover, and spare tire cover are seen in the photos.
- ceipts for all recent work will be provided with the sale.
- No needs have been identified by the seller.
- This MG TF has been restored, well preserved, and recently refurbished.
- The TF appears to continue to present very strongly in the photos provided.
- cent work has readied the MG for its next steward.
- ceipts for $9,638.04 for the recent work will be provided with the sale.
The seller states that this vehicle will be sold on a clean o title in his name. This 1955 MG TF Convertible has reportedly had three owners as the car moved from , to fornia, to o. The extent of mechanical refurbishments recently completed before offering the TF for sale adds to the appeal of this example.