Lot details Registration No: 8505 PE Chassis No: TD27391 Mot Expiry: Exempt
- 1 of circa 1,600 home market examples
- Recent brake overhaul and fresh tyres
- Current ownership since 1973 and said to be 'good' mechanically
Further Info:
Although instantly recognisable as a member of the T-Series family of MGs, the TD broke new ground for the Abingdon marque. It was the first MG sports car to feature either independent front suspension or rack-and-pinion steering - innovations pioneered in the Y-type saloon. The newcomer also boasted a hypoid bevel rear axle, hidden scuttle reinforcement hoop and twin leading shoe front brakes. Powered by the company's proven 1250cc XPAG engine mated to a four-speed manual gearbox, the TD was said to be capable of some 82mph and around 26mpg. The example offered was first registered in May 1953 and acquired by the vendor 20 years later for the princely sum of £710. Featuring Black bodywork complemented by a Green leather interior, the MG rides on silver-painted disc wheels. It was recently treated to a brake overhaul and new tyres and is now regarded by the vendor as having `very good' XPAG engine and manual transmission, and `good' bodywork, paintwork and interior trim; though he notes the `driver's seat is worn'. `8505 PE' comes complete with workshop manual and 30 old MOTs dating back to 1976.
PLEASE NOTE: This lot is a MG TD and not a MG TD MKII as incorrectly catalogued.
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