Overview

Produced: 1949-1953, 29664 produced.
Types: Sports, 2 doors

Following on from the successful MG TC the TD arrived in 1949, introducing some much needed post-war refinements. The TD now featured independent front suspension and rack and pinion steering, which combined improved the T-Series handling characteristics. The TD body still retained the 30's style body design but now had pressed steel wheels and was available in LHD format for export customers.

In 1951 a Mk II TD entered production and introduce a more powerful (60bhp) engine, which offered much better performance. The MG TD had a curious style which was really a vintage body with 50's bits added on, such as chrome bumpers and modern wheels. Despite this the car sold extremely well and was only replaced in 1953 by the MG TF.

Engines

Capacity Config Model Bore/Stroke CR
1250cc S4 OHV MG T-type engine (XPAG) 66.5mm x 90mm 7.25

Fuel System

Type Number Comment
SU 1.5inch 2  

Performance

Top Speed 0-60 SQM MPG Engine Pwr Comment
80mph 23.9s   28mpg 57bhp @5500  

Brakes

Front Rear Comment
Drum Drum  

Dimensions

Wheelbase Track Length Width Weight
(CWT)
Turning Circle
Front Rear
7' 10" 3' 11.4" 4' 2" 12' 4' 10.6"    

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Valuation

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£5000 £9500 £12500 26-Oct-06
Please note the valuation prices provided indicate likely value in the United Kingdom. Values in other countries may vary

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