MG TD 1951 (A)
TD
Vehicle Description
Brown and Gammons are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original UK registered right hand drive MG TD from 1951 that was subject to an older restoration by ourselves with the last owner having kept it since 1981, we have just carried out a full mechanical overhaul and whilst the car is not concourse it is very useable and a pleasure to drive.
Brown and Gammons are proud to be an MG Aftersales and Service Dealership looking after the modern MG range including hybrid and electric vehicles. Crucially we cover the entire range of MG models - from pre-war T Series, MGA, MGB, MGF, TF and MG RV8 right through to the brand new MG range. We provide Parts Sales, full workshop facilities; restoration, bodywork through to mechanical, service & MOT. We have been in business and supporting the MG Brand since 1977, and have technicians and parts advisors with an unrivalled depth of knowledge on the cars.
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Engine
Capacity: 1250cc
Number of cylinders: 4
Bore & stroke: 66.5mm x 90mm
Valve gear: Overhead,push rod
Compression ratio: 7.25:1
BHP: 54.4 @ 5,200rpm
Torque: 64.5lb/ft @ 2,600rpm
MPH: 14.5 per 1000rpm in top gear.
Carburation: Twin semi downdraught 1 1/2" SUs
Clutch & Gearbox: Single plate dry clutch. Four speed gearbox with synchromesh on top three gears.
Suspension: Independent front by coil and wishbone. Non-independent rear by semi elliptic leaf springs with Luvax Girling dampers.
Brakes: Lockheed hydraulic with 2 leading shoes at front. 9" drums front and rear.
Wheels and Tyres: Bolt on disc (unperforated on early cars)
Tyres: 5.50 x 15"
Track: 3'11.5" front. 4'2" rear.
Number built: 1949 - 1953: 29,664
Performance: 0-60mph: 18.2 secs
Top speed: 78.3mph
Fuel consumption: approx 26.7 miles per gallon.
Prices new in 1953: £500 plus £221 19s 2d purchase tax. Total £751 19s 2d.
*Viewing by appointment