We are pleased to offer this beautiful example of the classic MG TC
sports car. This 1946 example is a very early car bearing chassis
number TC0879, perhaps making it one of the earliest examples in
the U.S. Finished in black with red leather interior and chrome
wire wheels, it is strikingly lovely to behold. Accompanying the
car is an extensive history file dating back to 1972. Among other
things, it details its comprehensive restoration completed over
several years. The restoration file includes photo documentation,
invoices, and notes relating to the process. Although an older
restoration, it is holding up very well and the car still presents
beautifully. The body metal is solid without any rust and the
underlying wood framing is in excellent condition, all virtually
solid as new. The doors close easily while latching tightly without
any play or slop, just as they would have when new. Being a very
early TC (627th built of 10,000) it was properly restored in its
original black color and with a grey under bonnet scuttle which was
the standard color scheme for approximately the first 1300 cars.
Although an older restoration, it was clearly to a high standard.
Documentation records show the car was restored by notables such as
Craig Seabrook and Fred Kuntz at the Whitworth Shop (entire body
tub, instrument panel, switches, etc.), John Marks of Vintage
Restorations in England (instruments), Bob Satava of Ohio (engine),
and Paul Huziak of Monaca PA, who did the body, using solely lead
filler and original baked-on enamel. All parts were refurbished and
restored, rather than replaced with new parts made in China. The
result being an MG TC that is fully authentic. The engine boasts
excellent oil pressure and holds its fully warm temperature steady
in the 75 to 80 degree range. It is a pleasure to drive and for its
next caretaker, will doubtless provide a great deal of enjoyment.
This car is part of an MG collection we recently acquired out of
long term ownership. We have two more TCs, both quite nice, a
beautiful TF 1500, a lovely MGA 1600, and 1967 MGB with overdrive
and chrome wheels. Lastly, the collection includes a very rare 1934
MG PA also in very nice condition. These cars are in the process of
recommissioning to be road ready. Please watch our web site as we
will be posting them in the weeks ahead. We invite you to inspect
and drive this car. Contact John at 314-710-6600 or email to
[email protected]. Thank you for looking!
