Vehicle Description
Wonderfully equipped TD showcasing a 16 year old restoration that
has held up exceptionally well!� Always garaged with awesome rust
free chassis and super solid�wood framework! Upgraded 1250cc TD2
engine, original Jaegar instrumentation, real wood LL steering
wheel, headlight rock guards, wind wings, full tonneau cover & side
curtains, chromed grill louvers, Lucas fog lights, driving light,
and more!� A lot of car for the money! Debuting in 1950, the
TC-series was replaced by a slightly larger TD-series. This new
design offered both left-hand-drive and an independent front
suspension for the first time.� They also included smaller, more
tire-friendly 15" wheels and a wheel track that was 5 inches wider
promising better road handling! This beautiful 1951 MG TD Roadster
comes finished in MG Red over Beige hides and Tan cloth folding
soft top. Powered by the upgraded 1250cc straight 4 cylinder engine
mated to a 4-speed manual transmission.� It produces a modest 57
horsepower at 5200 rpm.� Features include walnut veneer wood dash,
3-spoke LL wood steering wheel, correct Jaeger gauges and Lucas amp
meter, chromed grill louvers, electric wipers, King of the Road
fender lights, 15" steel disc wheels with polished chrome center
caps fitted with steel-belted radial tires, a complete set of vinyl
side curtains, interior seatbelts, and tan canvass tonneau/boot
cover! It showcases a very well maintained, older cosmetic
restoration completed approximately 16 or so years ago that still
offers beautiful aesthetics and driving characteristics! The
restoration began with what appears to be an incredibly solid
foundation providing an excellent, original wood body and rust free
chassis.� The rebuilt engine in our example is a later generation
XPAG TD2 style (unit #18986) consisting of an improved block
allowing an oil pump with integral Tecalemit canister style oil
filter, and bell housing design accommodating a larger flywheel &
clutch.� A full and complete rewire of all electricals throughout
the car preserved the Lucas generator charging system with positive
ground. �Protecting the originality, you will find the brass fuel
lines, polished intake system with dual SU carburetors & brass
caps, air cleaner assembly, proper radiator, and more! Added to the
engine were an aluminum valve cover, finned aluminum side cover,
and hood lid holders. All body tags are clearly present and
unaltered making this sharp example a genuine driver investment!�
It already comes well dressed with Lucas front fog lamps, center
driving light, headlight rock guards, wind wings, and dual
fender-mounted mirrors!� It will be complete with jack, engine
crank, lug wrench, and tool roll. Workshop, service, and parts
manuals are also provided.� It's ready to be driven and shown
immediately!� St. Louis Car Museum will be selling the vehicle
mileage�exempt with true mileage unknown.� Please feel free to call
with any questions.� We look forward to your business!
