1952 MG TD dster Black

The seller states that this recently restored 1952 MG TD dster is “probably one of the best MG TDs in the world.” He reports several awards for the car since the restoration, including and Senior first-place awards from the Antique tomobile Club of , first place among 20 MG TDs at the 2022 Southern hering of the ful, plus first-place honors at other concours d’ elegance events. The engine, though reported to be non-original, was fully rebuilt. The TD’s black body paint and red grille paint finishes are in “excellent condition,” according to the seller. “ vidual body panels were bead-blasted, epoxy-primed, and sprayed with the best quality paint.” er, he states that prior to restoration, “the car did not have any rust at all, and the wood was in excellent condition. The paint is very glossy and deep without swirl marks or other blemishes.”

• The correct type and vintage XPAG 1.25-liter inline-four was rebuilt.
• The dual-carburetor engine was rated at 54 horsepower and 64 lb-ft. of torque when new.
• A new factory-type cloth-covered wiring harness was installed.
• The modern AGM battery replicates the look of the original part.
• The MG has a new windshield.
• The convertible top frame was restored.
• A new OEM-style canvas convertible top and matching side curtains were fitted.
• Exterior lighting is in good working order, the seller states.
• The bumper-mounted driving lamps are reproductions of 500-series lights.
• The seller says the car was given a new, complete red leather interior.
• New interior side panels, door panels, and rear panels were installed.
• The seats were rebuilt with new bases, springs, and cushions.
• The new black carpeting is the correct style for the car.
• The seller said he added the “ oklands” steering wheel, wind wings, and seatbelts.
• The seller affirms that all interior knobs and switches work.
• The gauges were refurbished by a shop in , per the seller.
• All suspension components were replaced or restored, he reports.
• The four-wheel hydraulic drum brake system has a new master cylinder, wheel cylinders, hoses, metal lines, and shoes.
• The correct style 15-inch steel wheels have original-type MG logo center caps.
• ct style 5.50-inch by 15-inch reproduction tires are installed.
• The rack-and-pinion steering system was rebuilt with new bushings and seals.
• The steering points straight with no play or vagueness, the seller states.
• Photos show the steel chassis and wood underbody  to be in good condition.

• The luggage rack, wicker picnic basket, and blanket seen in photos will be included.
• A complete tool kit will accompany the sale.
• The car has an OEM-type jack.
• An engine crank comes with the roadster. (This was an original feature as a backup to electric starting.)
• Invoices for restoration-related parts and labor will be included.
• A ion k-style car cover is shown in photos.

• The engine has a slight weep from the rear seal, common to MG TDs, per the seller.

• The 1952 MG had a complete restoration, touching every facet of the car.
• ts that could not be refurbished were replaced with OEM-type reproduction parts.
• The MG has won multiple awards.
• The seller says the MG drives and shows well with no faults or needs.

The seller states that this vehicle will be sold on a clean title in his name. This 1952 MG TD has been fully restored, mechanically and cosmetically. sed on the work reported and the photos provided, it appears ready to drive to a local show or larger regional event, win a trophy, and drive home.