1955 MG T-Series

Convertible

4 Cyl

Manual

Clear

This car was last registered in the 70's. It has paperwork showing Connecticut registration in 1972, and the CT plate that's on it has a 1977 sticker. It's been in storage for a long time and is in barn fresh condition. When we pulled it out it started right up (using gas from a can, not the tank). We ran it for a few seconds, that one time, but haven't driven it. This is a very solid car, in need of restoration. There is surface rust but no major rot or holes. The top needs to be replaced, but the bows are all there and function. Also includes a full set of side curtains. The odometer reads 41891. The ID # is XPEG3759. See pics for more. Please feel free to call me at 203-537-7100 with questions. Johnny P's Classic Cars has been in business for more than 30 years. We specialize in rare classic, antique, and special interest cars. While we make every attempt to give complete and accurate information, these are not our personal vehicles. Please discuss specific concerns with us directly at 203-238-4433 or 203-537-7100. Or email your number and we will call you. Thanks for viewing. For shipping quotes we are in Meriden, CT 06450. TERMS: Sold as is with CT Q1 and Bill of Sale. Payment due in full within 5 days of auction close. We prefer wire transfers, will also accept cash, certified bank check, and money orders. Paypal will only be accepted for initial deposit. CT Residents pay 6.35% sales tax. Buyer arranges and pays shipping, car is located in CT. We reserve the right to end this auction at any time, cars are for sale locally. Please remember that bids are a binding contract, please do not bid if you do not intend to buy. For more specific information please call John at 203-238-4433 or 203-537-7100 M-S 9am to 5 pm EST. PLEASE DO NOT BID IF YOU ARE NOT GOING TO BUY. Bidders with a feedback rating of less than 10 please call BEFORE bidding 203-238-4433 or 203-537-7100. Failure to contact us will result in a cancellation of your bid. On Dec-04-14 at 14:06:03 PST, seller added the following information: UPDATED INFO: The info in this ad came from the paperwork that was with the car and information that was given to us by it's previous owner. We have received numerous emails that we've got it wrong. This is what we've been told (so far): Hi, After looking at the car, I find it is not a 1955. A 1955 MG would be an MG TF, a different model. It does have the engine from an MG TF, since those cars had XPEG model engines. The car obviously has had the engine replaced with a later one, then that engine number was used to register the car, a common practice back then. The engine was probably replaced before the car was imported to the US, since it is right hand drive, it would have gone to one of the countries where cars are driven on the left side of the road (Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, etc). This is TD1325 (see the commission plate on the car) that originally came with engine number XPAG/TD/1315 and was built on April 18, 1950. It has had the dash replaced along with the engine, so it is pretty obvious that it has many more miles than what is on the odometer. The speedometer and Tach are from a later MG TD car (after TD 10778 built 10/51). This car is sort of a mongrel with parts from various cars added. Your MG TD is certainly NOT of 1955 manufacture, it's not even the correct model for that year. I would put it very early 1952 at the latest. Several items indicate it was among the very earliest of the TDs to be made..the non-holed wheels and the door latches indicate to me a very early car. Maybe even made in 1951. That makes it a rare beast in the MG world. Good morning: That is not a 1955 MGTD...the TD's were made in 1949 1950,1951, 1952, and 1953. They were followed in 1954 and 55 by the TF, which is a totally different car. Your car is a curious mix: The wheels are 1949 or 1950, the wiper motor is from a much earlier era, late thirties, and from some different make of car than an mg. The headlights, however are likely from a 1952 or 1953 model.On Dec-04-14 at 14:15:50 PST, seller added the following information: Comment: It's a very early 1950 MGTD, not 1955. Square tail lights & solid wheels without holes.On Dec-05-14 at 09:43:40 PST, seller added the following information: Additional info: