1951 MG TD Midget

Lot Number: 796

1951 MG TD Midget

Family owned for over 60 years and supplied with a fresh MOT.

  • NOT SOLD

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

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Green

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    LOJ 40

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    4008 Miles

SUMMARY

Family owned for over 60 years and supplied with a fresh MOT.

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 
  • Dating from early 1951 and appears to be a rare, UK-supplied from new example
  • Bare metal restoration in 1987. Probably originally Woodland Green, now a non-MG green
  • Black interior in poor condition. Original would have been Beige/Biscuit Rexine as currently on the dashboard
  • Family owned since 1961 and supplied with part history
  • 4,008 miles indicated. Recently serviced along with an MOT showing 'no advisories'


SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
796
Make
MG
Model
TD
Variant
Midget
Registration Number
LOJ 40
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
TD21707
Engine Number
XPAGTD8105
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Green

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Stacey.

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SCORE:

72 / 135

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Remarks

Recent replacement brake and master cylinders

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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

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