1953 MG TD Restoration Project

1953 MG T-Series Description

1953 MG TD bought in 1977 – had 57-some thousand miles before starting restoration – 0 miles since - Partially restored so far

Built on April 14, 1953 - Numbers match

Engine rebuilt in 1981 – took standard rings and bearings; cam, crank, pistons all excellent – needs new freeze plugs

Tach and Speedometer rebuilt

Trans rebuilt to replace second/reverse cluster gear

Top frame and side curtains (frames good, panels could be replaced, needs new top cover for the top frame)

Have copy of original shop manual used by MG mechanics

Two drivers/owner’s manuals (one is missing cover)

30 years of Sacred Octagon Magazines – lots of great tech tips in them

Set of Whitworth wrenches, other tools

Wood is excellent

Body parts excellent – all parts are there, one front fender has small 1/2" dent at the front lip – very reparable

Virtually all there but lots of it in boxes – may need new wiring harness and some other gauges for the instrument panel.

Have a TD tow bar (but recommend trailering if purchased as tires are extremely questionable

Have excellent illustrated parts and assembly pictures in several books and publications