1953 MG T-Series "TD"

High Quality Restoration / CA Car

1953 MG TD

"Frame-Off" Restored "TD" Finished in Classic "MG Red" / Beige

A Beautifully Restored. 100% Turn-key British Classic Ready to Drive. Show & Enjoy

Owned by a British Car Enthusiast / Collector for Over 17 Years

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DETAILS-THIS PARTICULAR 1953 MGTD
During our 20+ years of specializing in European sports cars. we are proud to acknowledge that we have had more MG cars than we can count. This "TD" is one of the best driving. well maintained and nicely restored examples that we have had the pleasure of representing.

The MGTD originally came to us as part of a collection of MG & Jaguar cars that come from a long time British enthusiast that was absolutely fanatical about his cars. They were maintained utilizing a "Cost no object" philosophy. used sparingly for shows and weekend drives and pampered in every respect.

The "TD" was sold to a long time customer as a gift to his father who had the same vintage MGTD while in college. Recently. the father passed away after adding just a few hundred miles to the MG. The car remains in virtually the same condition as when we sold it and as described in this listing. It is now located in Pennsylvania and can be seen by appointment.

It is a totally turn-key and needs absolutely nothing to be used as a regular British sports car ready to cruise and show. The MG's history of being used as a special parade car includes reference to it being an "immaculately restored 1953 MGTD. " The MG has also received a first place award at a local car show. Perhaps most important. the MGTD is a reliable. totally "sorted" driver that can be enjoyed and depended upon for travels to shows or a long cruise on a beautiful day. Finally. the cars timeless styling turns heads everywhere you go.

HISTORY. RESTORATION AND IMPROVEMENTS
This car was purchased by the previous owner in 1998 and has been carefully driven and maintained in Northern California until approximately 1 year ago when it went to the current owner. It is now being sold by the estate.

Documentation from the owners estate suggests that a total of under 1. 00 miles were accumulated over the course of 17~ years. It is believed that the mileage showing of 7. 00~ represents the total mileage on the MG since it received a total. comprehensive and high quality restoration. Although virtually 100% stock in appearance. some modifications/upgrades have been added to improve the cars appearance. reliability and drivability. Specifically. they include:

- The addition of a professionally installed Datsun 5-speed manual transmission (and drive-shaft) replacing original TD gear box

- A front chrome badge bar with classic British badges including:

- MG Car Club
- "H. M. Queen Elizabeth Crowned June 2. 1953"
- The New England MG "T" Register
- Sacramento Valley MG Car Club

- For security purposes there is a hidden cut-off switch mounted in a strategic location

THE NUMBERS
The identifying numbers appear on two brass plates on the driver's side firewall tool box. These show:

- Chassis #: 22381

- Body Number: 18882 / 93119

- Car #: TD 19531

- Using the data from the T Type Factory Production Records. car with #'s ranging from 19. 46 to 20. 33 were produced in September 1952. This MGTD is titled as a 1953 probably as a result of it being sold by the dealer in 1953 (the title also shows that the car was first sold in 1953 indicating that the car has been in California since new)

- Engine #: XPAG / TD 2 / 19803 (Correct to chassis / "Numbers Matching"

Note: Engine Number XPAG / TD 2 /1 9803-XPAG denotes the 1250 cc engine. TD 2 indicates a later model and fitted with an 8 inch clutch

The brass plate on the firewall shows that the MG was built with engine # 19803 and this number corresponds to the octagon brass plate # on the lower right side of the engine block supporting the fact that this MGTD is "Number Matching. "

Additionally. the following production changes support the cars manufacture in the September. 1952 time frame:

- Passenger mounted windscreen motor (to body # 22314)

- Rear tail lights are raised rectangular in the rear fenders (to production #19628)

- 2-bow top

- Scuttle mounted headlight dimmer

- Shorter horn button

MECHANICAL
- MG XPAG engine. 4 cylinder in-line. Correct Factory Displacement Engine / 1250 cc (TD 2)

- Overhead valves. 2 per cylinder. push rod

- Naturally aspirated w/ twin SU H 2 semi-downdraught carburetors

- Factory proper air cleaner

- Semi-floating rear axle with hypoid gears

- Direct rack and pinion steering

- Stainless steel exhaust pipes

- 12 volt conversion

- Heavy duty battery

- Stock manifold

- Red painted block

- Upgraded 5-Speed transmission (Rebuilt Datsun 5-Speed installed

Classic Cars Ltd.

Specifications:

Body Type / Style:Convertible Exterior Color:"MG Red" Interior Color:Beige Engine:4 Cylinder Transmission:

5 Speed Manual Mileage:7204 Drive:Rear Doors:2

Equipment:

12 Volt
5 Speed Manual
Body Off Restoration
California Lic & Reg
Exceptional Paint Quality
Exempt From Smog in California
Factory Bucket Seats
Factory Gauges
Fresh Transmission
Full Instrumentation
Functional Horn
Jaeger Gauges
Matching Numbers Engine
No Previous Damage Body
No Rust CA. Body

No Rust CA. Body
Original Jack & Tools
Period Correct Tachometer
Rear Storage Area
Rebuilt Engine
Rebuilt Transmission
Recent Mechanical Upgrades
Repair History
Repair Receipts
Restored Jack
Runs / Drives Very Well
SEE DESCRIPTION.
Stainless Steel Exhaust System
Steel Fenders
Tonneau Cover

"Numbers Matching"

Runs & Drives Beautifully

British Badges Included!

Excellent Panel Fit

Terms & Conditions

Buyers outside of California will be responsible for a $195. 00 fee for processing/administration. The charge will apply if the vehicle is purchased through ebay or before or after the auction. directly through Classic Cars Ltd.

The vehicle is listed for sale elsewhere. We reserve the right to end the auction at anytime. We will be glad to discuss details of a "pre-auction" purchase .

Inspections of vehicles are encouraged but (by appointment only) must be completed within 24 hours of the end of the auction.

Out of state buyers are responsible for the high bid and any shipping costs. California buyers are subject to the appropriate sales tax. DMV transfer. and fees associated with the purchase of any used vehicle sale in the state of California.

To avoid shipping the title with the car to our out of state buyers. we mail the title via Priority Mail.

While shipping and transportation costs (if appropriate) are the responsibility of the winning bidder. we can assist with locating a suitable transporter. We regularly ship cars all over the USA/World. and can often times locate very competitive rates for transporting vehicles door to door. to a local terminal. enclosed. open. etc. Please call us for specific information/rates to your location.

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Classic Cars Ltd.

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