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1949 MG TC Midget – Restored authentically, exceptionally correct
For the enthusiast who values authenticity, craftsmanship and the pure pleasure of driving, this 1949 MG TC, chassis number 8797, represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of the most important British sports cars ever built – restored with knowledge, restraint and a genuine respect for originality.
The MG TC occupies a unique place in automotive history. Launched immediately after World War II, it was the model that reintroduced sporting driving into a world ready to enjoy driving again. The TC quickly became an icon, particularly among American military personnel stationed in Europe, many of whom took these cars home – exporting the spirit of the British sports car abroad and laying the foundations for the global sports car culture that followed.
Restoration with knowledge and integrity
This example has recently benefited from a complete bare-frame restoration, carried out by a highly respected MG club member, in collaboration with his son – a renowned father-and-son team known for their deep technical understanding and strong preference for correctness over cosmetic shortcuts. The aim was never to over-restore or modernise, but to preserve the true character, feel and appearance of the MG TC.
A full photographic documentation accompanies the car, clearly showing the quality of the work and the care taken at each stage of the restoration.
Highlights & Technical Overview
Model year: 1949
Chassis number: 8797
Engine: 1. 25-litre inline-four XPAG
Power: around 54 bhp
Gearbox: 4-speed manual
Engine rebuild: Fully rebuilt by HBM Austerlitz, a highly regarded specialist
Wheels & tyres: Piano-black wire wheels fitted with Blockley tyres
Brakes: Aluminium drum brakes
Accessories: Period fog lamps, aero Brooklands screens, second mirror
Extras: Original toolkit present
Mechanically reassuring, as it should be
The engine has been completely rebuilt by HBM Austerlitz and properly run-in. It runs exactly as a TC should – smooth, brisk and mechanically reassuring. The driving experience reflects the quality of the work carried out and makes this MG a car that can be enjoyed with confidence rather than hesitation.
Timeless presentation
Visually, the car presents itself magnificently. It has been repainted in a classic deep dark blue, a colour that suits the TC’s lines perfectly and highlights its elegant proportions. This is complemented by a dark red interior, including the seats, hood, tonneau cover and boot cover – a refined, period-correct colour combination, both sporty and discreet.
The carefully chosen fittings, paired with the large wire wheels and correct detailing, give the car a wonderfully pre-war appearance, setting it apart from many MG TCs on the market today.
A car to drive, own and enjoy
This MG TC is not merely a car to admire – it is a car to drive and enjoy. Correctly restored, complete in every detail and finished with restraint, it offers character, mechanical honesty and lasting appeal.
A highly desirable example for the collector who values originality, history and the pure joy of classic driving.
This MG comes with Dutch documentation, which facilitates registration in any EU country.
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