MG TF

1954 MG TF 1250 in red with biscuit leather interior, black hood, side screens and tonneau. A UK RHD car remaining in its original colour scheme which the Heritage Certificate can confirm.
From a deceased estate a very original car that has been impeccably maintained throughout its life; unleaded head; stainless steel exhaust; gearbox rebuilt; new mohair hood with a nice transferable number plate
As the Heritage Certificate confirms, this lovely TF was built in July 1954 finished in MG Red with a biscuit leather interior and disc wheels. Originally registered in Hull, the early history of the car has gone astray but picks up again in 1975 when it was owned by a Mr Waterhouse of Yorkshire who kept it until 1989.
It was then acquired by a Mr T Forecast who ran a country house hotel in Norfolk and was to keep the car right up until 2017. A letter on file states that the TF was in ‘wonderful, original condition’ when he bought it in 1989 and that largely holds true today, the car having been lovingly maintained throughout its life rather than being fully restored.
A good file of invoices show meticulous upkeep during his 28-year ownership, including some localised body repairs and a full repaint which cost £3,014 in 1998. In 2003 the cylinder head was rebuilt and converted to unleaded fuel and in 2004 the gearbox was rebuilt with a new dynamo and rev counter fitted the following year. In 2006 it had a reconditioned radiator and in 2014 it had a brake overhaul and new rear suspension springs. Electric windscreen washers have been fitted at some point, along with a stainless steel exhaust system and the chassis has been regularly waxoiled.
The previous owner acquired the car in 2019 and continued to look after it well, as you would expect of a lifelong MG fan who ran his own classic car garage in Telford for many years. Recent work includes carburettors rebuilt; new voltage regulator; reconditioned dynamo; full service with new filters and ignition parts; new fuel pump, battery, wheel cylinders etc. A new black mohair hood has also been fitted, and the sidescreens and tonneau cover have been refurbished.
Although it no longer needs one, it has an MOT until May 2022 with just one advisory for a minor oil leak (we all know the only reason a TF wouldn’t have a minor oil leak is because it’s ran out of oil) , while 24 old MOTs back to 1989 show that it has always been in light regular use, covering some 17,000 miles in the last 32 years.
Upon test drive this MG TF started promptly with no problems and ran beautifully. A very genuine and well cared for TF that wears and runs remarkably for her 67 years with a very good history file to show the love and care it has received over it’s life. This beautiful car is just waiting to be enjoyed in new hands and will not be out of place on the showground. Absolutely any inspection is welcome and viewing is highly recommended. All major debit cards accepted. Please contact us for any further information. UK mainland delivery included. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @morseclassics