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1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)

1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)
1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)

Lot Number: 793

1949 MG TC Midget (Supercharged)

A beautifully restored '49 TC transformed by the addition of an Eaton MP45 Supercharger.

  • Sold for: £29,025

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 24th September, 2022 at 11.00am BST at

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Cream

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    453 UXW

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    16709 Miles

SUMMARY

A beautifully restored '49 TC transformed by the addition of an Eaton MP45 Supercharger.

DESCRIPTION

  • Originally imported into the UK from the USA in 2006
  • Totally restored by Halstead, Essex-based, Classic and Retro Automotive Works in 2016
  • Fitted with an Eaton MP45 Supercharger (£3,650) which will have added considerably to the 1250 XPAG's original 54.5bhp
  • Delightfully presented in cream with Oak Green leather, silver painted wires and a chrome luggage rack
  • Excellent condition with circa £35,000 of invoices and records of the comprehensive restoration
  • With a post-restoration valuation of £40,000, this charming little MG seems very sensibly guided

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
793
Make
MG
Model
TC
Registration Number
453 UXW
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
TC6942
Engine Number
XPAG 7545
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Cream

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Lionel.

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SCORE:

135 / 135

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Vehicle History

Restoration Notes

All work done by Classic and Retro Full Engine rebuild to standard specification with unleaded head conversion. Stainless exhaust New king pins and rear hub seal conversions. Diff pinion seal conversion 5 speed gearbox conversion 3rd brake light conversion 5 wheels blasted and powder coated with new Blockley tyres Aluminium finned brake drums fitted Seats repaired/coloured and re conoilised Body off chassis rebuild. Chassis and all components blasted and reassembled. Body corrosion and wood door frame repairs, Full respray and reassembly. Dash gauges reconditioned. Dashboard refinished New Springs and poly bushes New radiator and upgraded water pump. conversion to Evans coolant Mirror arm spacer fabricated to fit drivers spotlight Seat bases refoamed Engine stripped and refreshed, sports cam fitted. Supercharger kit refined and fitted, supercharger detailed and painted engine colour. Engine refitted and engine bay detailed. New radiator stay made to clear supercharger. Front panhard rod manufactured and fitted New brake linings, hub seals ,gearbox output seals and wheel bearing. Front wings and scuttle repainted. New mirror arms, new spinners, New rear lights with LED bulb conversion, convert 3rd brake light to LED and connect sidelight. Detail car. Full service and MoT every year. Car detailed and any defects sorted every year by Classic and Retro to Johns specification

Import Notes

It was imported from American in 2006

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 25th September between 10am and 3pm and Monday 26th September between 9am and 1pm.

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