1953 MG TD

1,250cc XPAG Naturally Aspirated I4 | Dual USB Charging Port | Luggage Rack Assembly

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251043587

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Make:
MG
Model:
VIN:
XPAGTD218492
Lot Number:
251043587
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
26,663 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
1,250cc Naturally Aspirated I4
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Red
Interior Color:
Tan
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Kentucky
  • 1953 MG TD
  • 1,250cc XPAG Naturally Aspirated I4
  • Twin SU H2 Carburetors
  • 4-Speed Manual
  • RWD
  • Red Exterior
  • Tan Interior
  • Tan Convertible Soft Top
  • 15” Steel Wheels w/ Chrome MG Hubcaps
  • Dual USB Charging Port
  • Rear-Mounted Spare Tire
  • Luggage Rack Assembly

Overview of 1953 MG TD For Sale by Owner

In the Fifties, American cars were getting bigger, more brutish and powerful. V8s were the norm, as were flared fenders, massive overhangs and bulbous designs. Meanwhile, across the pond in Great Britain, things were very different. The motorcar was of a more compact stance, with small, frugal engines and lower levels of sheer size and bulk. The MG T-Type series of open-topped two-seater sports cars was a great case in point. Actually, the series was called the Midget and produced between 1936 and 1955. Today’s 1953 MG TD comes from the tail end of the series, then. With a mere 26,663 miles, this Kentucky-based curio is definitely worthy of consideration if you want something that’s totally different from the rest.

Exterior and Interior

When the TD debuted in 1950, the preceding TC had already been exported to the United States, albeit in right-hand drive form. The TD changed this, as it was available with left-hand drive. Not only that, it gained a little bit of size, particularly width, to make it more appealing to American drivers and tastes. This particular car wears a glamorous red paint job and complements it with a tan canvas drop-top for weather protection. With its steel wheels, chrome hubcaps and chrome external luggage rack, it’s the quintessential British grand tourer! The interior of this 1953 MG TD is also in tan, and can easily accept two adults, sitting on its low-backed semi-bench seat with individual lap belts for each occupant. The car’s black dashboard hosts a bevy of blue-faced analog dials, while there’s a USB charger retrofitted to help keep your smart devices juiced up when on the go. After all, it’s way too easy to get lost in the beauty of driving this car, and end up behind the wheel for hours on end!

Engine

The little 1.2-liter 4-cylinder mill that powers this 1953 MG TD is a surprisingly tenacious thing. Don’t ask us about horsepower as it’s definitely in the double, rather than triple figures. That being said, the 4-speed manual transmission means that you can extract some pretty good progress. Plus, the car’s rear-wheel drive layout aids its handling and agility.

Walk-around Video of this MG TD

Passenger side photo of 1953 MG TD

1953 MG TD

Current Ask
$29,999

Introduced in 1950, the MG TD played a pivotal role in bringing affordable British sports cars to enthusiasts around the world, particularly in the United States. This 1953 MG TD Roadster continues that legacy with its unmistakable vintage styling and engaging open-air driving experience. Showing approximately 72,656 miles, this example is finished in classic British Racing Green over a tan interior with a matching tan convertible soft top. Powered by its spirited 1.3L inline-4 paired with a 4-speed manual transmission, this charming roadster offers a nostalgic driving experience that remains just as enjoyable today as it was over seven decades ago.

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Passenger side photo of 1952 MG TD

1952 MG TD

Current Ask
SOLD

There comes a day when all is quiet on the responsible front, and you have your day opened up, and you just know that you have to make the most of it. You do have many choices. For one, you could stay at home and flick through what's new on Netflix, or you could choose to get out there and drive your heart out. If you choose the second option, you most definitely are in the right, but if you choose the first option, you most definitely know that your free time would have been spent better. Present today is your getaway into driving nirvana, and it takes shape with this lovely 1952 MG TD Roadster. This classic British motor hails from Monterey, Tennessee, and has just a reported 89,208 clocked in.

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Passenger side photo of 1953 MG TD

1953 MG TD

Current Ask
SOLD

In the Fifties, American cars were getting bigger, more brutish and powerful. V8s were the norm, as were flared fenders, massive overhangs and bulbous designs. Meanwhile, across the pond in Great Britain, things were very different. The motorcar was of a more compact stance, with small, frugal engines and lower levels of sheer size and bulk. The MG T-Type series of open-topped two-seater sports cars was a great case in point. Actually, the series was called the Midget and produced between 1936 and 1955. Today’s 1953 MG TD comes from the tail end of the series, then. With a mere 26,663 miles, this Kentucky-based curio is definitely worthy of consideration if you want something that’s totally different from the rest.

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Passenger side photo of 1979 MG Midget

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Passenger side photo of 1953 MG TD

1953 MG TD

Current Ask
$29,999

Introduced in 1950, the MG TD played a pivotal role in bringing affordable British sports cars to enthusiasts around the world, particularly in the United States. This 1953 MG TD Roadster continues that legacy with its unmistakable vintage styling and engaging open-air driving experience. Showing approximately 72,656 miles, this example is finished in classic British Racing Green over a tan interior with a matching tan convertible soft top. Powered by its spirited 1.3L inline-4 paired with a 4-speed manual transmission, this charming roadster offers a nostalgic driving experience that remains just as enjoyable today as it was over seven decades ago.

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Passenger side photo of 1979 MG Midget

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Current Ask
$11,500

The 1979 MG Midget represents the closing chapter of MG’s long-running tradition of lightweight British sports cars, carrying forward the simple formula that made the marque beloved by driving enthusiasts: compact dimensions, an open cockpit, rear-wheel drive, and an engaging manual transmission. Originally introduced as an affordable sports car focused on driver enjoyment, the Midget became known for its approachable character and ability to deliver an authentic roadster experience without unnecessary complexity. Showing approximately 47,372 miles, this example embodies the charm of a classic British convertible, offering the opportunity to enjoy a vintage sports car experience defined by mechanical simplicity, light handling, and timeless roadster appeal.

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