I’ll admit it, most MGs don’t usually grab my attention. Sure, I’m familiar with the marque, even though I never owned one. But I did spend a bunch of time in my college years riding around in mid-sixties B’s (including one that had a Buick aluminum V8 stuffed under its hood), so I do appreciate the brand. Today’s discovery, courtesy of Tom V, goes back a bit further as it’s a 1950 Model TD – and it’s a visual feast! Drummond, Ontario, Canada, is where you’ll find it, and it’s available here on Facebook Marketplace for $14,000 (CDN), about $10,000 U.S.
MG’s TD was offered near the end of the run for the T-Types (’36-’55), with approximately 30K assembled between ’50 and ’53. The greatest popularity appears to have been stateside, as that’s where the majority ended up. The seller tells us, “Fully rebuilt with many new parts too numerous to list… Interior trim and paint refurbished. All work was done during 2024/2025.” The silver-and-red two-tone finish is not one I would conjure for a car like a TD, but it appears to have been applied excellently. The silver-finished body panels present a sort of aluminum or stainless steel construction, while all of the chrome bits exhibit a notable luster. The seller adds, “Solid body and frame. No rot and no fillers.” Considering all the claimed work that has been performed in the last year or so, one might wonder what kind of a $$$ return, if any, the seller is going to garner with a $14,000 CDN ask – maybe it doesn’t matter. I will suggest that, unfortunately, there are not enough exterior images provided, and mistakenly, there are none of this TD’s front end.
As goes the exterior, so does the interior – it’s just perfect. While the steering wheel misses the mark on originality, it’s still a nice inclusion, as are the seatbelts. Beyond that, the dash, instrument panel with its walnut (?) applique, door cards, and carpet have been excellently restored – no demerits to be issued!
With 53 HP on tap from its 1.3-liter, in-line, four-cylinder engine, we’re not talkin’ powerhouse performance here. The seller provides no information regarding running and driving characteristics; he just simply states that the engine and four-speed manual transmission have been rebuilt. The engine compartment and its occupant are spectacularly clean.
Primitive? You bet! And it’s things like the lack of roll-up side windows and a fuel gauge that endear this vintage MG to enthusiasts. This example appears to be as good as it gets, and at its asking price, it would be one to consider if a TD is your thing, wouldn’t you agree?
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