1954-mg-tf
Lot 3004

1954 MG TF

Lot Details & Additional Photographs
VIN: HDA464109 Engine # XPAG/TF/34183 Mileage: 48k showing


With a rebuilt 1250cc four cylinder engine, and a four speed manual transmission. The previous owner performed a full restoration in 2000. During the restoration, the engine was rebuilt, fuel tank and radiator were restored, instruments restored by Nysinger, new wiring from British wiring was installed, the suspension rebuilt, the frame and body were stripped and refinished, new timbers used in the body tub, and the number plates were replaced with reproductions. The originals remain with paperwork. All work was performed in NY, OH, IL, and MI.

Exterior in Ivory paint, with a green leather interior. The convertible top is beige canvas as well as the tonneau cover. No side curtains are present. Notable additions are the badge bar, fog lights, luggage rack with period luggage, spare wheel and tire, and 60-spoke chrome wire wheels.

Please note, bidders may be subject to a bidding limit. Please review your account and contact the front office for assistance with increasing a bid limit prior to the auction. This lot subject to reserve. For this lot, payment accepted only by wire transfer. 10% buyer's premium for LLA live-online and absentee bidding. LLA will process taxes, title, and registration for NC buyers. For out-of-state buyers, a third-party will handle the processing. Buyer's invoice will include tax, tag, and title fees, along with a document fee of $199 for NC and $399 out-of-state.


A service and repair log book is present to document services. In 2016 a new clutch was installed, as well as electronic ignition, and extensive repairs and upfits to eliminate leaks from rear main seal. Complete brake job completed in 2021. The brakes were adjusted, and system bled in preperation of sale. Optima battery installed 2023. Documentation is present.

The following condition report, while thorough, is not exhaustive as vintage cars have inherent wear and imperfections. We welcome personal inspections.

The ammeter does not operate; very minor wear to seats; rear wheel brake cylinders found leaking, and repaired; no other apparent concerns.