1953 MG TD 1250 Midget

Lot Number: 994

1953 MG TD 1250 Midget

Charming, 1250 XPAG-engined, TD Midget restored a few years ago and still presenting really well.

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  • GUIDE PRICE: £12,000 - £15,000

+ buyers premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT) on the first £300,000 of the hammer and 10% plus VAT (12% incl VAT) thereafter

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LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 7th December, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Woodland Green

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    TBC

SALE ROOM NOTICE

Please note this is an added lot and does not appear in the catalogue.

SUMMARY

Charming, 1250 XPAG-engined, TD Midget restored a few years ago and still presenting really well.

DESCRIPTION

  • The TD-Series Midget was the first MG sports car to feature independent double-wishbone front suspension, rack and pinion steering and twin leading-shoe front brakes
  • Powered by the proven 1,250cc XPAG engine with a 4-speed manual transmission, it was reputedly capable of 82mph and 26mpg 
  • This smart example is finished in Woodland Green over Apple Green leather with and black hood
  • Restored to a superb useable level in recent years after being purchased as a rolling project in 2016
  • The rebuild involved all panels being removed and refinished as required, an engine rebuild and a full rewire
  • Previously retrimmed to a good level
  • Currently residing in the Isle of Man prior to returning to the UK for our sale
  • Reportedly running and driving well but with little use in recent years minor recommissioning may be required
  • Previously registered on mainland UK but will requiring re-registering by the new custodian
  • Your early inspection is welcomed and encouraged.

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
994
Make
MG
Model
TD 1250
Registration Number
TBC
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
TBC
Engine Number
TBC
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Woodland Green

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CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Charles.

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SCORE:

81 / 135

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Remarks

Previously registered in the UK now residing in the Isle of Man so will require re registration in the Uk if sold and remaining on the UK maninland


About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 8th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 9th December between 9am and 1pm.

Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.

Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 9th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £175 plus VAT for a standard size vehicle or £275 plus VAT for a large vehicle (transit van/campervan etc.). Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.

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