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1948 MG TC
$35,000
Engine:
4 Cylinder
Transmission:
4 Speed Manual
Mileage:
23,458
Stock #
48

Drivetrain

Engine Size:
4 Cylinder
Transmission Type:
4 Speed Manual

Chassis

Body

Body Color Original:
No
Stripes
No

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For Sale 1948 MG TC

The MG T-Type is a series of body-on-frame open two-seater sports cars that were produced by MG from 1936 to 1955. The series included the MG TA, MG TB, MG TC, MG TD, and MG TF Midget models. The last of these models, the TF, was replaced by the MGA. Although the design was similar to contemporary cars of the 1930s, it came to be considered outdated by the 1950s.

The TC Midget was the first postwar MG, and was launched in 1945. The TC is quite accurately well known as the (specific) car that caused the Sport Car "craze" in America. It was quite similar to the pre-war TB, sharing the same 1,250 cc (76 cu in) pushrod-OHV engine with a slightly higher compression ratio of 7.4:1 giving 54.5 bhp at 5200 rpm. The makers also provided information for several alternative stages of tuning for "specific purposes". The XPAG engine is well known for its tunability. The TC engine was a slightly improved version of the XPAG first introduced to MG in the TB. Notable improvement was through the addition of a hydraulically (oil pressure) adjusted timing chain tensioner. All TCs utilized a (single battery) 12 volt electrical system. All TCs came with 19" Dunlop wire wheels. Automatic mechanical timing advance was built into the ignition distributor.

It was exported to the United States, even though the car was only ever built in right-hand drive. The export version had slightly smaller US specification sealed-beam headlights (7-inch buckets) and twin tail lights, as well as turn signals and chromed front and rear bumpers with over riders.

The body was approximately 4 inches wider than the TB measured at the rear of the doors to give more cockpit space. The overall car width remained the same resulting in narrower running boards with two tread strips as opposed to the previous three. The tachometer was directly in front of the driver, while the speedometer/odometer was on the other side of the dash in front of the passenger, a nod to MG's trials history.

10,001 TCs were produced, from September 1945 (chassis number TC0251) to November 1949 (chassis number TC10251), more than any previous MG model. It cost £527 on the home (UK) market in 1947.

Fuel consumption was 28 mpg/imp; 23.3 mpg/US). Its 0–60 mph time was 22.7 seconds, a respectable performance at the time. A low fuel warning light would glow on the dash to alert the driver.

This very nice example is a fully restored car with a known history-the mileage is believed original. All the original parts and accessories that came on the car- mirrors, side lights and markers, etc.-are still present-something that is very hard to find. The car is in Excellent Running and Driving condition, it starts right up and runs and drives perfectly. With minimal detailing effort on the undercarriage and rear fender ding dealt with the car will be a real show stopper. Finished in a very desirable color combination, the supple Red Leather interior is without fault, and the Tan Hartz top appears to be brand new. The car is accompanied by a full tonneau cover and Side Curtains, tools and a large file of records and receipts . The attention to detail on this restoration is really remarkable.The car sports the correct painted wire wheels, and truly is one of the nicest TC's we have seen in a long time.

This car stands out amongst its peers.

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The MG T-Type is a series of body-on-frame open two-seater sports cars that were produced by MG from 1936 to 1955. The series included the MG TA, MG TB, MG TC, MG TD, and MG TF Midget models. The last of these models, the TF, was replaced by the MGA. Although the design was similar to contemporary cars of the 1930s, it came to be considered outdated by the 1950s.

The TC Midget was the first postwar MG, and was launched in 1945. The TC is quite accurately well known as the (specific) car that caused the Sport Car "craze" in America. It was quite similar to the pre-war TB, sharing the same 1,250 cc (76 cu in) pushrod-OHV engine with a slightly higher compression ratio of 7.4:1 giving 54.5 bhp at 5200 rpm. The makers also provided information for several alternative stages of tuning for "specific purposes". The XPAG engine is well known for its tunability. The TC engine was a slightly improved version of the XPAG first introduced to MG in the TB. Notable improvement was through the addition of a hydraulically (oil pressure) adjusted timing chain tensioner. All TCs utilized a (single battery) 12 volt electrical system. All TCs came with 19" Dunlop wire wheels. Automatic mechanical timing advance was built into the ignition distributor.

It was exported to the United States, even though the car was only ever built in right-hand drive. The export version had slightly smaller US specification sealed-beam headlights (7-inch buckets) and twin tail lights, as well as turn signals and chromed front and rear bumpers with over riders.

The body was approximately 4 inches wider than the TB measured at the rear of the doors to give more cockpit space. The overall car width remained the same resulting in narrower running boards with two tread strips as opposed to the previous three. The tachometer was directly in front of the driver, while the speedometer/odometer was on the other side of the dash in front of the passenger, a nod to MG's trials history.

10,001 TCs were produced, from September 1945 (chassis number TC0251) to November 1949 (chassis number TC10251), more than any previous MG model. It cost £527 on the home (UK) market in 1947.

Fuel consumption was 28 mpg/imp; 23.3 mpg/US). Its 0–60 mph time was 22.7 seconds, a respectable performance at the time. A low fuel warning light would glow on the dash to alert the driver.

This very nice example is a fully restored car with a known history-the mileage is believed original. All the original parts and accessories that came on the car- mirrors, side lights and markers, etc.-are still present-something that is very hard to find. The car is in Excellent Running and Driving condition, it starts right up and runs and drives perfectly. With minimal detailing effort on the undercarriage and rear fender ding dealt with the car will be a real show stopper. Finished in a very desirable color combination, the supple Red Leather interior is without fault, and the Tan Hartz top appears to be brand new. The car is accompanied by a full tonneau cover and Side Curtains, tools and a large file of records and receipts . The attention to detail on this restoration is really remarkable.The car sports the correct painted wire wheels, and truly is one of the nicest TC's we have seen in a long time.

This car stands out amongst its peers.

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Vehicle Specs

Engine

Engine Size
4 Cylinder
Transmission Type
4 Speed Manual

Body

Basic

Year
1948
Make
MG
Model
TC
Miles
23,458

Interior

Highlights

  • Location:NY
  • Engine:4 Cylinder
  • Transmission:4 Speed Manual
  • Wheelbase:94"
  • Mileage:23,458
  • Low Mile Original Car with Known History
  • Stunning Color Combination

1948 MG TC

$35,000
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Transmission Type:
4 Speed Manual
Miles:
23,458
Stock:
48
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