1954 MG TF

Description

The MG TF represents the final swan song of the venerable T-Series. With its introduction, the line became more modernized and served as the perfect stepping stone from the TD to the MGA that would be introduced in 1955. The TF sat three inches lower than its predecessor and had a sportier sloped grille flanked by swooping fenders with integrated headlights. Initially launched with a 1,250 cc XPAG engine, later cars were powered by the 1,466 cc XPEG engine offering improved performance. Either engine is more than suitable for the car and provides a wonderful open-air driving experience for those looking for old-school British charm. 

Highlights

• Finished in red with a tan vinyl interior

• Completely restored in 1999 through 2001 by J.M. Garden Restorations of Renton, Washington, with receipts accompanying the car

• Under current ownership, hardened valve seats have been installed in the cylinder head along with new guides and valve stem seals by Mark Brandow of Quality Coaches of Minneapolis, Minnesota

• A stone guard rubberized undercoating has been added to the underside of the fenders and the frame

• Please note that while the five-digit odometer displays just over 24,000 miles at the time of cataloging, the true mileage of this MG is unknown

Features

• Two dashboard storage receptacles

• Fold-down style windshield

• Two bucket seats

• Bakelite rimmed steering wheel

• Floor-mounted gear selector

• Octangular gauges

• Clock

• Dual exterior mirrors

• Reverse-hinged doors

• Chrome bumpers

• Handle-style parking brake

• Bumper overriders

• Full-sized spare wheel and tire

• Lucas fog lights

• Electric windshield wipers

Known Imperfections

• The convertible top has been repaired with the correct material, as shown in the image gallery

Included

• Tonneau cover

• Convertible soft top and frame

• Side curtains

• Engine starting crank

• Jack

• Whitworth tool roll

Ownership History

The current owner states that they purchased this 1954 MG TF in 2017 from who is believed to be just the second owner. It is claimed that the car only had approximately 19,000 miles on the odometer at the time of purchase, with the current reading possibly being the original mileage on the car.