1955 MG TD Replica

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The MG TC proved that American demand for English sports cars was strong - as long as they were tailored to our tastes. In just two short weeks, Syd Enever and Alec Hounslow created not only the new MG TD but one of the earliest post-war sports car icons. The new car was aimed squarely at the American market with left-hand drive and new rack and pinion steering. It was also wider, allowing for more room in the interior. Today, given the age and popularity of the car, these cars have become increasingly scarce to see, prompting replicas to be built to capture the fun-loving essence and style built into the original. 

Highlights

• Constructed in 1992 with a kit from FiberFab, which is currently owned by MG Magic

• Based on a 1973/1974 Volkswagen Beetle with chassis number AH287344

• Powered by a 1600 cc, dual port, air-cooled flat-four Volkswagen engine originally rated at 48-horsepower

• Finished in red gelcoat with a white vinyl interior

• The original tan folding soft top was replaced by one from MG Magic, as per the consignor

• The consigner reports that they removed the original interior from the car, and replaced it along with the floors, carpet, and seat coverings from a kit supplied by MG Magic

• Please note that while the odometer currently displays just over 600 miles at the time of cataloging, the true mileage is unknown

Features

• Brightly finished fender-mounted mirrors

• Adjustable side glass

• Fog light

• Chrome-finished 15-inch wheels with chrome hubcaps

• Alpine AM/FM/CD radio

• Tonneau cover

• Chrome bumpers, front and rear

• Power Grip two-spoke steering wheel

• Front storage compartment

• Running boards

• Rear hinged doors

• Electric wipers

• Door-mounted map pockets

Known Imperfections

• A small dent is present in one of the hubcaps

Included

• Side curtains

• Tow bar and electrical connector

• Original manual

• Spare parts:

  • Fuel pump

  • Carburetor overhaul kit

  • Exhaust manifolds

  • Bearings

Ownership History

It is believed that the first owner of this 1955 MG TD Replica lived in Florida before it was sold to the next owner, who lived in Kentucky. The current owner purchased the car from Kentucky in May 2015 before taking it to their home in Texas, where it remained until recently moving to California.