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UTAC | Millbrook, Bedford
Viewing: Tues 24th June from 12pm
Auction: Wed 25th June from 9am
Location: Millbrook Proving Ground, Station Lane, Bedford MK45 2JQ
1952 MG TD
No Reserve
Registration No: 781 XUA
Chassis No: TD21165
MOT: Exempt
Charming MG TD presented in an attractive Red with contrasting Tan leather interior
Benefiting from a presumed restoration c. 2007 - with conversion to right-hand drive specification
In current family ownership for 17 years
Although instantly recognisable as a T-series model thanks to its upright radiator shell, flowing wings and rear-mounted spare wheel, the TD broke important new ground for the Abingdon marque. The first MG sports car to feature independent double-wishbone front suspension and rack and pinion steering, the TD also boasted a hypoid-bevel back axle, a hidden scuttle reinforcement hoop (except on the earliest cars), and twin leading-shoe front brakes. Powered by the proven 1, 250cc XPAG engine allied to a four-speed manual transmission, it was reputedly capable of 82mph and 26mpg. Riding on 15-inch steel wheels as standard, the TD also sported a mirror-image dashboard (facilitating both LHD and RHD production) and chrome-plated bumpers. A major success story, the vast majority of the 29, 665 examples produced were sold overseas.
Manufactured on 21 October 1952 and bound for North America, chassis TD21165 spent the majority of its life in the United States, though little is known of its early history. It was repatriated to the UK in the early 2000s, presumably restored by the gentleman who imported it—including conversion to right-hand drive and refinishing in an attractive Red with a contrasting Tan leather interior. Registered as ‘781 XUA’ on 4 April 2007, the car was shortly thereafter sold to the current owner’s late husband, on 31 March 2008.
In current family ownership for the past 17 years, ‘781 XUA’ has been used and enjoyed sparingly as part of a two-car garage. It has made regular appearances at local shows and events, most notably the local steam shows, and comes complete with a tonneau cover. The hood is said to be in good working condition. Now unused for two years and offered for sale following the recent passing of its owner, ‘781 XUA’ presents a lovely opportunity for a well-presented TD that would benefit from some light recommissioning.
Included with the vehicle is a small history file containing photographs of the car at the time of restoration, sundry documents, and the current V5C document which records two former keepers.
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