Highlights

Matching factory specification
Matching numbers confirmed
Previously restored to a good standard
Particularly nice chrome, according to the seller
Registered in France on collector's registration papers

The appeal

The MG TD is one of the most loved British sports cars of the early 1950s. With its 1,250 cc XPAG engine, four-speed manual gearbox and classic T-series styling, the TD offered a more refined driving experience than its predecessor, the TC, while keeping the character that had won over enthusiasts on both sides of the Atlantic. Many American servicemen bought these little roadsters before shipping them home, helping make the MG one of the icons of British motoring. Even today it remains a very popular model, prized for its charm, its driving enjoyment and the availability of parts.

This 1951 example was imported from the United States by its current owner in early 2026. Customs and registration formalities have been completed, and the car now holds a French collector's registration document. It was restored at an unknown date, to what the seller describes as a good standard. Elegant and usable, it could be shown at concours after some further refurbishment, or simply enjoyed on the road in its current condition.

Key information

Mileage: 61,200 miles on the odometer (approx. 98,500 km)
Country of registration: France, following import from the United States
Roadworthy inspection (contrôle technique): expired since August 2026
Specifications: 1,250 cc XPAG four-cylinder petrol engine, four-speed manual gearbox
Documentation: limited documentation available

The details

History: imported from the United States by the seller in early 2026; customs and registration formalities have been completed.
Bodywork: in good overall condition.
Panel fit: panel alignment considered satisfactory, with trim and equipment present.
Paintwork: faded and worn in places; a full repaint would be worth considering.
Brightwork: in good condition for its age, with a nice shine.
Interior: complete and in line with original specification.
Upholstery: a few small repairs are needed to the seats and the bench seat.
Engine: starts well and produces good power, according to the seller.
Transmission: the gearbox works correctly and the clutch is reported to be in good condition, with no bearing noise.
Road manners: the car drives and brakes straight, with no creaks or groans reported.
Faults noted at roadworthy inspection: play in the steering rack and a holed exhaust. Replacement parts are estimated to cost around €600.

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