1951 MG TD Midget 1250

Lot Number: 599

1951 MG TD Midget 1250

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

  • NOT SOLD

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 18th June, 2022 at 11.00am BST at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    MG Red

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    696 UXU

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    21179 Miles

SUMMARY

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

DESCRIPTION

  • Originally supplied, as most were, to the US and returned home in 2003
  • A full restoration commenced at this point including conversion to right-hand drive
  • Engine overhauled (re-bored, reground crankshaft, unleaded head). Only 19,000 miles since
  • New seats, new hood and tonneau cover, new wiring harness, new carburettors
  • Finished in MG Red with beige leather, beige rexine on the dashboard, white-faced Jaeger instruments, Bakelite switches and a Bluemels wheel 
  • Full record of work during and since the restoration start. All documentation included

Viewing is highly recommended and vehicles will be available for viewing at the venue on Thursday 16th and Friday 17th June between 10am and 5pm, and then from 9am on Saturday 18th ahead of the auction which begins at 10.30am.

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
599
Make
MG
Model
TD MIDGET
Registration Number
696 UXU
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
TD8948
Engine Number
XPAG/SC 16567
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
MG Red

GALLERY

SPECIALIST

Consignor

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SCORE:

108 / 135

Exterior


Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

Slight dent on radiator grill.

Interior


Door-Cards:

Carpets:

Seating:

Headlining:

Dashboard:

Boot:

Remarks

Good.

Engine


Components:

Appearance:

Starting:

Running:

Remarks

Only 19000 miles since full overhaul and no issues.

Transmission


Gears:

Clutch:

Drive-Shaft:

Remarks

No problems. New pinion oil seal fitted to back axle.

Running Gear


Axles:

Chassis:

Suspension:

Bearings:

Brakes:

Wheels & Tyres:

Remarks

All tyres good. No problems.

Electrics


Minor:

Major:

Remarks

New harness fitted at restoration in 2006. No problems.

Vehicle History

Remarks

Full record of work during and since the restoration start in 2003. All documentation included. the speedo reading is 21179 miles which is indicated but obviously with a car this old not guaranteed.


Restoration Notes

Overhauled engine (rebore, reground crankshaft, converted head fot use with unleaded petrol) New seats, new hood and tonneau cover, new wiring harness new carburettors

Import Notes

Imported from USA in 2003.

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 19th June between 10am and 3pm and Monday 20th June between 9am and 1pm.

Our transport partners, 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 20th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.

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