West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional show quality and rare mostly all original stock example of this 1948 MG TC Roadster with its original matching #'s engine and a truly superb 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.
Chassis no. TC/6371
Engine no. XPAG/7037
Matching #'s 1,250cc OHV Inline 4-Cylinder Engine
Twin SU H2 Carburetors
70bhp at 5,500rpm
4-Speed Manual Transmission
4-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes
Front Beam Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs
Rear Live Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs
Well-preserved condition with many factory finishes intact
An absolutely beautifully restored and maintained example with striking livery and very desirable and rare period accessories and presented with factory tools, jack, and other rare accessories, an ideal example for entry into classic shows and touring events
This 1948 MG TC, chassis TC6371, benefits handsomely from a well-maintained, nut-and-bolt restoration. Featuring glossy 'Clipper Blue' paint over supple 'Biscuit' upholstery, it retains its original XPAG 1,250 cc engine and correct mechanicals, plus excellent ash wooden body framing and a clean undercarriage. Period-correct accessories include proper Lucas lamps, signals and hardware, a matching canvas full cab, half-zip tonneau cover, and side curtains. In addition to an instruction manual, this high-quality TC is accompanied by correct tools including a restored jack plus an auxiliary starting crank and Thor wheel hammer. An MG duffle bag contains a car cover, goggles, driving gloves, and even a Pendleton motor robe with a leather case.
Riding on correct painted wire wheels with period style 4.50-19 Dunlop tires, this 1948 MG TC is a wonderful example of one of the worlds all-time most important sports cars and an archetypal prewar British sports car design that carried over into the postwar period. The TC was built between 1945-49 and was the primary influence in turning Americans onto European sports cars. It has since achieved rare 'Milestone' status and with its classic lines, freestanding headlamps, upright radiator shell, sweeping front fenders, rakish cutaway doors, fold down windshield, abbreviated tail which houses the fuel tank and spare tire, and 19" diameter wire wheels with knock off hubs.
The simple 1250cc cast iron four cylinder engine was a revelation and the cars agility made a strong impact on American car racers, including famously Carrol Shelby whose first race car was a TC and which sold at Barrett Jackson in 2015 for over $500K. No left hand drive models were ever built and now any good example is a cult favorite and sure fire collectible British Sports car and rare matching #'s well sorted examples like this one will always attract the most discerning of collectors.
Beautifully Restored Example with Striking Livery, Outfitted with Period Equipment & Accessories
Clipper Blue over Biscuit Upholstery & Weather Equipment
Summer 2022 Inspection: Scheduled service & tune-up with new brake master cylinder, bleed all brakes , fully rebuild carburetors , new front suspension bump stops, new engine mounts , topped off all fluids, new SU fuel pump , new fuel filter.
Ideal Entry into Vintage Touring, Trials, or Display
Included in the sale: Instruction Manual, Restored Tool Kit with correct Shelley/King Dick/Dunlop Tools, Restored Jack with Crank Handle, Thor Hammer, Matching Canvas Full-Cab Tonneau Cover, All Side Curtains - stowed in the rear, along with the Engine Hand Crank.
Period Style Accompaniments: MG Duffle Bag containing a matching Car Cover, Goggles, Driving Gloves, Pendleton Motor Robe with Leather Carrier,
MG was quick to restart production after the war, and the MG TC was launched in October 1945. Based on the pre-war TB, with exports to the U.S. beginning in 1947 and developing into a cult success. Production completed in 1950 with just 2,001 examples sent to the United States, where the model generated a new enthusiasm for sports cars and motor racing.
TC6371 is a very handsome and highly presented TC; the model famed for bringing the sports car movement to America. Wearing a most striking livery of Clipper Blue over Biscuit, the Roadster displays a well-maintained nut- and-bolt restoration, which has mellowed nicely, yet very capable of display or vintage touring
Glossy Paint and Supple Upholstery
Period Style 4.50-19Dunlop Tires on Painted Wire Wheels
Proper Lucas Lamps, Signals and Hardware
Exceptional Undercarriage and Ash Woodwork
Matching Canvas Full-Cab, Half-Zip Tonneau Cover and Side Curtains
The engine bay displays the original powerplant and correct mechanical configuration.
All emergency accessories are stowed in the front and rear compartments as designed.
This extraordinarily charming and obviously exceptionally well preserved and stock TC presents absolutely beautifully inside and out. It is apparent that some extremely high-quality and factory correct restoration work was performed in the past, with many original factory finishes remaining intact, including much of the chrome and brightwork. The car also drives as it must have when new, mechanically it has absolutely no known issues, drives as one would expect of one of the obviously most well maintained and sorted examples anywhere. Turn key ready. Very rare to find original matching numbers engine with ID plates and factory stampings are in place with classic silver painted wire wheels fitted, with a 5th spare strapped to the back, and an original tool kit accompanies the car.
In summary this example would not be out of place in the most discerning of collections, it would be hard to find a finer matching #'s example available anywhere else.
