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1948 Mg Tc Sequoia Cream Convertible

British
Classics
Convertibles
Sports-cars
2483 Ash Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63108
$17,000
Make: MG
Model: tc
Year: 1948
Transmission: Manual
Body Type: Convertible
Odometer: 42 (TMU)
Engine Type: 1
Engine Type: 250-cc OHV inline-four
Interior Color: Shires Green leather
Exterior Color: Sequoia Cream

The selling dealer, West Coast Classics, has sold several vintage MGs on Hemmings before and is offering a true icon, a fully restored 1958 MG TC Convertible that is an AACA National first prize award winner. The car is said to have its original numbers-matching engine (XPAG 5545), per the chassis plate. The roadster looks positively charming in its Sequoia Cream over Shires Green leather livery. The restoration is described as “nut-and-bolt thorough,” and the photos certainly support that description. The chassis has the proverbial “so clean you could eat off it” appearance. Period-correct accessories include proper Lucas headlamps, signals, and hardware, a matching canvas top, and side curtains. The 42 miles shown on the odometer indicate road miles driven after the restoration. The car is presented as turnkey, ready for driving and/or showing.

 

The MG TC was an improved version of the pre-war TA and TB models, with a wider cockpit to appeal to export markets. While sports car lore holds that American servicemen bought TCs and shipped them home, the reality was that after WWII, British manufacturers, including carmakers, were under heavy pressure to find export markets to bring money into the country or risk losing their steel allotments. It turned out that Americans liked sports cars. Even so, MG made just 10,000 TCs through 1949, and all were right-hand drive, a sales-limiter in the U.S. Still, the TC was a major influence. American racing legends Phil Hill and Carrol Shelby got their start driving TCs, including Hill’s first-ever win. 

  • This 1948 MG TC roadster was restored to correct factory specs under previous ownership.
  • The MG is presented as an AACA National award winner.
  • The engine is confirmed original by the chassis plate, as seen in photos.
  • The 1.25-liter OHV inline-four used two SU semi-downdraft carburetors.
  • New, the engine was rated at a very precise 54.4 horsepower at 5,200 rpm.
  • Per the seller, the car retains many original factory finishes.
  • This reportedly includes much of the chrome and brightwork.
  • The car came from a “renowned collection,” the seller states.
  • The canvas convertible top was replaced in the restoration.
  • The seller affirms the cars ash wood body framing is in “excellent” condition.
  • The polished wood dash appears to gleam in the photos, with no blemishes seen.
  • The car is equipped with correct Lucas headlamps, signals, and hardware.
  • In the photos, the green leather seats also appear in very good condition.
  • Four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes stop this lightweight machine.
  • The restored 19-inch wire-spoke wheels are shod with period-correct Blockley tires.
  • The seller reports a recent detailing for the MG.
  • The original instruction manual accompanies this 1948 MG TC.
  • The car comes with side curtains.
  • A spare tire, jack, and original tool kit will accompany the sale.
  • An auxiliary starting crank and Thor wheel hammer are included.
  • The seller affirms that this restored MG TC is turnkey and has no current needs.
  • This 1948 MG TC was professionally restored while under previous ownership.
  • The car won an AACA National first place award.
  • Confirmed by the chassis plate, the engine is original to the car.
  • The restoration has just 42 miles and appears in show condition.
  • Many original finishes were retained and restored.

The selling dealer states that it will provide a clean and open California title for the proper transfer of ownership for this vehicle. This restored 1948 MG TC Convertible appears to represent this iconic British sports car in exemplary fashion. The car is presented as turnkey and ready for driving or showing, or both.

 

Please note: If the winning bidder is a California resident, the selling dealer is required by California law to register the vehicle in the buyer’s name and collect the appropriate sales tax and registration fees. Out of state buyers will have the title assigned to them but will not be charged the California taxes and fees.

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