1951 MG TD



Car # TD-4707 Body #4172/64073 Engine: XPAG/TD/LHX4988 Mileage: 1298 showing

A recent, thorough restoration that retains the original 1,250 cc pushrod-OHV engine with a compression ratio of 7.4:1 producing 54.5 bhp, and a four speed manual transmission.

A repaint in a late model Nissan burgundy paint with new black interior and convertible top. A restoration of the interior shows well with new carpet and seat covers, as well as the wooden dash, steering wheel and gauges. Doors and windscreens are new and present, stored in the rear compartment. The front grille is correctly painted black, with chrome fender mounted mirrors, bumpers, lights, windshield, luggage rack and trim. Most notable are the fuel tank's sides. The steel 15 in. wheels painted body color with chrome wheel centers fitted with refurbished center caps.

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In wonderful restored condition; with recent brake work that included master cylinder and wheel cylinders in the rear. A full bleed of the system with silicone brake fluid was performed; chrome is shiny and appears new; under the hood many MG branded pieces are used; correct and complete tool kit and jack included; wind deflectors and visor included but not installed, as well as many maintenance parts included.
From an Avid Collector, Cary, North Carolina
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In wonderful overall condition; recent polish to paint revealed a beautiful paint job; bright work in wonderful condition; tachometer is inoperable and will need to be rebuilt; no apparent concerns.