1952 MG MGTD Convertible, Restored, Manual

1952 MG Other MGTD

This 1952 MGTD features a modified hypoid-geared rear axle the MG Y-type chassis a familiar T-type style body and independent suspension using coil springs from the MG Y-type saloon: a 1952 road-test report described as "most striking" the resulting "transformation ... in the comfort of riding". Also lifted from the company's successful 1¼-litre saloon for the TD was the (still highly geared) rack and pinion steering. In addition the TD featured smaller 15-inch (380 mm) disc type road wheels a left-hand drive option and standard equipment bumpers and over-riders. The car was also 5 inches (130 mm) wider with a track of 50 inches (1300 mm).For the driver the "all-weather protection" was good by the standards of the time. For night driving instrument illumination was "effective but not dazzling by a pale green lighting effect". There was still no fuel gauge but the 12 British gallons (15 US gallons) of tank capacity gave a range between refuelling stops of about 300 miles (480 km) and a green light on the facia flashed a "warning" when the fuel level was down to about 2½ British gallons (>3 US gallons / >11 litres).

• Make: MG
• Model: Other
• SubModel: MGTD
• Type: Convertible
• Doors: 2 Doors
• Year: 1952
• Mileage: 9,468
• VIN: XPAGTD2LHX11339
• Color: Green
• Engine size: 4 Cyl.
• Number of cylinders: 4
• Fuel: Gasoline
• Transmission: Manual
• Drive type: RWD
• Interior color: Tan
• Vehicle Title: Clear
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