MG TD 1952

Description:

In Brief:

• Lovely example of a MG TD
• Finished in Red over a Red interior
• Originally supplied new to USA, but imported to UK in 1990
• Converted from LHD to RHD in 1991
• Invoices on file for £8,000+ worth of expenditure
• 1 of just 6% of TD’s that were exported overseas

On the Surface: This 1952 MG TD is a beautiful example, finished in Red over a matching Red interior. Originally finished in Ivory, it was repainted during its restoration in 1991. Owned by the current registered keeper for the last 9 years.

Maintenance & History: The history file is extensive, including invoices amounting to over £8,000. These records reflect meticulous care, with the car benefiting from significant restoration work, including a conversion from LHD to RHD in 1991. Supporting documentation includes an MG TD Series Operation Manual, a service booklet from ‘Motor Trader’ dated June 1952, and photographs from the car’s time in the United States.

This MG TD is part of the exclusive 6% of TDs originally exported in LHD, with 78% of those going to the U.S. It spent its first 38 years stateside before returning to the UK in 1990. The current owner purchased it in 2015 from Beaulieu Garage in Hampshire for £25,000, with an invoice on file documenting the sale.

The Model: Introduced in January 1950, the MG TD Midget represented an evolution of the earlier TC model, incorporating a drivetrain and rear axle from the MG Y-type saloon. It also featured independent front suspension, a four-speed transmission, and smaller 15-inch wheels. A left-hand drive option and bumpers became standard, meeting the demand for export markets like the U.S. The MG TD’s popularity among American servicemen due to their time away from home in the Second World War contributed to its strong sales across the pond.

Sale Insight: This is a great opportunity to own a 1952 MG TD that has record of a restoration, comprehensive documentation and an interesting backstory.