Another classic "barn-find" car, Stephen recently found this beautiful and rare British roadster. The last of the MG-”T” type roadsters, the MGTF was superseded by the iconic MGA. Of the “T” type cars, the TF was the most highly evolved and, debatably, most attractive variant.

Retaining features from the previous TC and TD models, the TF came in two varieties; a pre-1954-1/2 car, featuring an upgraded spec. version of the TD model’s XPAG engine and the 1954-1/2-1955 version with a new XPEG, 1500cc engine that developed 63bhp at 5,500 rpm and nearly 20% more torque than the 1,250 engine used prior.

The TF also included other new features and design changes. The headlamps were incorporated into the front fenders, a sloped grill with faux radiator cap and a new, pressurized cooling system. The rest of the car remained virtually unchanged, however that does not imply a sacrifice as the “T” type had been introducing revolutionary features for many years previous. The clever rack and pinion steering system worked very well and the independent front suspension was reported by many test and road drivers as the most positive alteration to the “T” type.

Of 9,600 TF cars manufactured, a mere 3,400 units were upgraded with the new XPEG engine. These cars were renamed “TF1500'' and can be identified by the badge on the exterior of the engine compartment just below the louvres and rear of the front fender arch. Production of these cars ended on 4 April, 1955, meaning the car you see here was one of the very last ever produced.

The history on this car is very interesting and we uncover more information every day. This car was restored many years back, giving us clues as to its good condition to this day. For more details, please email us with your questions. For an ultra-fast response, you can call Stephen at 303.668.4555.

Sitting virtually untouched for many years, it is extremely original and the body and frame are in good condition. The original windshield still folds down and the top works flawlessly (although there are two small tears in the material). Even after an extended nap, the tires were still holding air and the interior is quite clean.

For more information on this car, one of the last produced and an excellent candidate for restoration here at Classic Investments, please contact us today!

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