Highlights

Matching-numbers 1949 example, first registered in Switzerland
Extensively restored in 2020/21, including bodywork, wooden frames, and interior
Attended the Goodwood Revival in 2021
Accompanied by the original Swiss registration document and numerous invoices

The Appeal

The MG TC is one of the most iconic British sports cars of the immediate post-war era, widely credited with sparking America's enthusiasm for European sports cars. With its distinctive upright radiator grille, sweeping cycle wings, and spirited 1,250cc XPAG engine mated to a four-speed manual gearbox, the TC remains among the most recognisable and sought-after late-1940s sports cars.

This matching-numbers 1949 example was first registered in Switzerland on 30 June 1949. It benefits from a thorough restoration carried out in 2020/21, during which the bodywork was stripped to bare metal and repainted in midnight blue, the wooden body frames were remade, and the interior was retrimmed. The engine was rebuilt by a previous owner, and the vendor reports it returns good oil pressure with no overheating issues.

The car has been actively enjoyed at classic car events, including an appearance at the Goodwood Revival in 2021. It is accompanied by the original Swiss registration document along with numerous historical documents and invoices. The sale is described as reluctant, prompted by the seller's age.

Key Information

Mileage: 4,636 miles indicated
Country of registration: France
Technical inspection status: exempt
Technical specs: 1,250cc four-cylinder petrol, four-speed manual
Paperwork: original Swiss registration document, numerous historical documents and invoices, restoration photographs
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The Detail

Bodywork stripped to bare metal and repainted in midnight blue in 2020/21
Wooden body frames remade during the 2020/21 restoration
Interior retrimmed in 2021
Engine rebuilt by a previous owner; the vendor states it has good oil pressure and no overheating issues
Stainless steel exhaust system fitted
Complete with hood, side screens, tonneau cover, and aeroscreens
The vendor states the chassis is in very good condition
The vendor states the car is in very good shape and runs very well
Participated in numerous classic car events, both local and national
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