For Sale: 1949 MG TC in Torrance, California for sale in Torrance, CA
Vehicle Description 1949 MG TC 'EX-U' MidgetChassis no.
TC/9852/EXUEngine no.
XPAG/10509Matching #'s 1,250cc OHV Inline 4-Cylinder Engine2 SU Carburetors70bhp at 5,500rpm4-Speed Manual TransmissionFront Beam Axle with Leaf Springs - Live Rear Axle4-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes Desirable, end-of-the-run export EX-U TC built a few hundred cars from the end Well-preserved condition with many factory finishes intact Retains its original matching numbers engineWest Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional and rare mostly all original example of the diminutive, classically styled two-seat Roadster that is credited with sparking America's love affair with imported sports cars after World War II.
This TC was completed at the Abingdon works during the Fall of 1949, and completed with the EX-U chassis prefix, indicating that the car was built for Export, and most likely destined for the US market.
The MG was completed just a few hundred cars from the end of production, and just about 500 such EX-U examples were officially imported into the US in 1949, accounting for fewer than 5% of all TC models built.
The car was most likely finished as it appears today, in MG Red with Vellum beige interior and matching tan convertible top and side curtains.
This charming land obviously exceptionally well preserved and stock TC Midget presents beautifully inside and out.
It is apparent that some high-quality restoration work was performed in the past, while many original factory finishes remain intact, including much of the chrome and brightwork.
Very rare to find original matching numbers engine with ID plates and factory stampings are in place with the engine dressed with an alloy valve cover.
Classic silver painted wire wheels are fitted, with a 5th spare strapped to the back, and an original tool kit accompanies the car.
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TC/9852/EXUEngine no.
XPAG/10509Matching #'s 1,250cc OHV Inline 4-Cylinder Engine2 SU Carburetors70bhp at 5,500rpm4-Speed Manual TransmissionFront Beam Axle with Leaf Springs - Live Rear Axle4-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes Desirable, end-of-the-run export EX-U TC built a few hundred cars from the end Well-preserved condition with many factory finishes intact Retains its original matching numbers engineWest Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional and rare mostly all original example of the diminutive, classically styled two-seat Roadster that is credited with sparking America's love affair with imported sports cars after World War II.
This TC was completed at the Abingdon works during the Fall of 1949, and completed with the EX-U chassis prefix, indicating that the car was built for Export, and most likely destined for the US market.
The MG was completed just a few hundred cars from the end of production, and just about 500 such EX-U examples were officially imported into the US in 1949, accounting for fewer than 5% of all TC models built.
The car was most likely finished as it appears today, in MG Red with Vellum beige interior and matching tan convertible top and side curtains.
This charming land obviously exceptionally well preserved and stock TC Midget presents beautifully inside and out.
It is apparent that some high-quality restoration work was performed in the past, while many original factory finishes remain intact, including much of the chrome and brightwork.
Very rare to find original matching numbers engine with ID plates and factory stampings are in place with the engine dressed with an alloy valve cover.
Classic silver painted wire wheels are fitted, with a 5th spare strapped to the back, and an original tool kit accompanies the car.
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