MG TC 1946
General description :
- Chassis # TC/0348
- Engine # XPAG1008
- An Early & Matching Numbers Example
- Comprehensive Service Recently Completed
- AACA Senior National First Prize Winner
- Complete With Weather Gear
British automobile manufacturer MG is best known for its open two-seater sports cars produced from the 1930s until the 1950s. One of their most well-known sports cars, the T-Type, was produced from 1936 to 1955 in five different series. The TC Midget was the third of the series and the first postwar MG produced in 1945. It shared the same 1,250 cc engine of the pre-war TB Midget but with a slightly higher compression ratio which gave it a total of 54.5 hp at 5200 rpm compared to the TB’s 54 hp at 5200 rpm. The TC was eventually exported to the US, still as a right-hand drive car, with smaller sealed-beam headlights, twin tail lights, turn signals, and chrome bumpers with over-riders. The TC was also used in racing, most famously as Carroll Shelby’s first race car, thanks to its low curb weight and respectable performance. 10,001 TCs were produced, more than any previous MG model.
This particular example, Chassis # TC0348, is an older yet masterful restoration that still presents beautifully almost three decades later and retains its original numbers-matching engine. The car was finished in the same black over a tan color scheme that it left the factory with, in 1945, as per the production record from the T Register. While no history file was present with the car, we estimate that the most recent owner acquired the car in the 1980s and continued to drive it and display it at shows after its restoration circa 1990. Multiple service records dating back from 1997 and 2000 as well as a National First Prize as part of the Antique Automobile Club of America in 1992 serve as proof that its previous owner kept it in great condition during his ownership. In February of 2022, this little MG underwent a full refresh totaling nearly $8,000 at CR Cars of Philadelphia which included repainting of the engine, transmission, and wheels as well as new drive belts, front/rear wheel cylinders, brake hoses, brakes, and service of the suspension and fuel system. It currently displays just under 600 miles on the odometer, likely the total miles accumulated since the restoration.
The quality of the restoration left this MG as a vehicle that is as at home on winding country roads as it is on the trimmed lawn of a pre-war car show. Driving an MG TC is an exhilarating ride that puts you in full control of the car. It offers an unfettered connection between man and machine that is gone from most modern automobiles. Upon purchase, the new owner will receive the aforementioned available service records, T Register production information as well as complete weather gear including top and side curtains.
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Document description :
1946 MG TC is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Philadelphia by Adolfo Massari for $45000.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : MG Model : TC Engine size : 1.2 Model Year : 1946 Sub type : Convertible Color : Black Condition : 4 Location : Philadelphia, PA Vehicle Registration : Normal
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About MG
The MG (Morris Garages) story is a rich tapestry that spans several decades and involves various owners and corporate entities. Here is an overview of the MG story from its inception to the challenging period under the British Leyland (BL) corporation, highlighting key models and their specifications:1. Foundation and Early Years:
Year of Establishment: 1924
Founder: Cecil Kimber
Initial Focus: Coachbuilding and customization of Morris cars.
2. MG Octagon Logo:
The iconic MG octagon logo was introduced, representing the merger of MG with Morris.
3. MG M-Type Midget (1929–1932):
Key Features:
Compact two-seater.
Powered by a 0.8L engine.
The beginning of the Midget series.
4. MG T-Series (1936–1955):
Key Models:
MG TA, TB, TC, TD, TF
Key Features:
Roadsters with classic styling.
Success in motorsports, particularly in pre and post-World War II eras.
5. Post-War Era and MG A (1955–1962):
Key Features:
Departure from traditional styling.
First MG to feature a streamlined, modern design.
Available as a roadster or coupe.
Powered by a 1.5L engine.
6. MG B (1962–1980):
Key Features:
Classic British sports car design.
Available as a roadster or GT coupe.
Produced in high numbers.
Variants included the powerful MGC.
7. MG Midget (1961–1979):
Key Features:
Compact sports car based on the Austin-Healey Sprite.
Affordable and popular.
Various iterations with engine upgrades.
8. MG C (1967–1969):
Key Features:
A more powerful version of the MGB, featuring a 2.9L inline-six engine.
Limited production.
9. BL Corporation Era (1968–1980):
Acquisition by British Leyland (BL):
MG became part of the larger British Leyland corporation.
Struggles with quality control and labor disputes.
Decline in product quality and reputation.
10. MG MGB GT V8 (1973–1976):
Key Features:
Introduction of a factory-produced MGB with a V8 engine.
Attempt to inject performance into the lineup during challenging times.
11. MG RV8 (1992–1995):
Key Features:
Limited production convertible.
Revival attempt by Rover Group (successor to BL) to rekindle the classic MG spirit.
The MG story during the British Leyland era marked a challenging period with a decline in quality and reputation. However, the brand continued to be associated with classic British sports cars.