1954 MG TF Midget 1,250cc

Lot Number: 205

1954 MG TF Midget 1,250cc

A delightful TF in cream and green. Much travelled, much loved and gently patinated, but all the better for it.

  • NOT SOLD

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 10th December, 2022 at 10.30am GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Ivory

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    GSK 593

SUMMARY

A delightful TF in cream and green. Much travelled, much loved and gently patinated, but all the better for it.

DESCRIPTION

  • The VIN on this venerable 1954 TF 1250 Midget tells us that it was originally built in right-hand drive for the 'Export Market' (Kenya, Rhodesia or Australia ) and finished in Black Cellulose paint
  • This fits in with our vendor's information that the MG was despatched to Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) when new, before spending a few years in California, and a few more in Switzerland before returning to the UK in 1991/92
  • At some point on its travels it's been repainted in Ivory and, probably some time later, the seats, door cards and dash top have been retrimmed in Apple Green
  • A cheerful little elephant mascot sits on top of the grille, maybe something to do with its time in Sri Lanka, however, there is a substantial history file with the MG which may provide a few clues 
  • It still retains lots of classic MG touches including octagonal instruments, a 'Bakelite' rimmed sprung steering wheel, chrome luggage rack and a 'fly-off' handbrake
  • The MG was first registered in the UK on 01/02/1992 (GSK 593) and has been with its current owner for ten years
  • New front brake cylinders were fitted and the cylinder head rebuilt this year
  • It would benefit from a little 'detailing' but then again, if you had spent 70 years travelling the world you may well end up looking a bit 'lived in' as well
  • A great opportunity to just enjoy this globe-trotting little MG for the next few years 

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
205
Make
MG
Model
TF 1250
Registration Number
GSK 593
Chassis Number
HDA264714
Engine Number
XPAGTF33681
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Ivory

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Consignor

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SEE IT IN ACTION

SEE IT IN ACTION

SCORE:

81 / 135

Exterior


Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

Paintwork is a bit tatty, ideally needs tidying up.

Interior


Door-Cards:

Carpets:

Seating:

Headlining:

Dashboard:

Boot:

Engine


Components:

Appearance:

Starting:

Running:

Remarks

temperutre gauge has never worked. Everything else works

Transmission


Gears:

Clutch:

Drive-Shaft:

Running Gear


Axles:

Chassis:

Suspension:

Bearings:

Brakes:

Wheels & Tyres:

Remarks

Temperature gauge has never worked. Everything else works

Electrics


Minor:

Major:

Vehicle History

Remarks

Large history file.


About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Vehicles can be collected from The Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN, on Sunday 11th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 12th September between 9am and 1pm.

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