Vehicle Description
1947 MG TC #106
Despite a body style dating back to before WWII and an engine that
only produced 54 h.p., the MG TC had a profound effect on the
American automotive scene and launched the sports car movement of
the late 40s. Compared to the large, softly sprung, and
underpowered American cars of the period, the MG TC offered
spritely handling and performance.
This is a handsomely restored and AACA award winning example of the
famous MG TC. The inline 4 cylinders XPAG engine is 1250cc mated to
a 4-speed floor mounted gearbox. Top speed was some 75 mph, which
was fine given the chassis and the drum brakes of the era. All TCs
produced were right hand drive. This car has an extra set of
special 19-inch wire wheels as used at Sebring. It also features
rare front and rear bumpers, most TCs were delivered with no
protection front or rear. Further enhancing this TC are the
Brooklands windscreens for use when the windshield is folded
down
The flowing fender lines, fold down windshield and slab gas tank
with rear mounted spare combined with the tall wire wheels were in
striking contrast to U.S. automotive styling of the period.
Notably, this special TC comes complete with owners' manual and
original tool kit as well as a wooden dipstick for use as your fuel
gage.
This is truly an award winning MG TC in excellent condition that
shows why the TC had such a major impact in this country.
Estimate: $35,000-$40,000
