OWNER: FRANCISCO MATALLANA
The 1952 MG TD is a
classic British open two-seater sports car that helped introduce American drivers to post-war European motoring. [
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Key Specifications & Performance
- Engine: 1,250 cc (1.25 L) XPAG inline-four cylinder [1, 2]
- Horsepower: Approximately 54 hp [1]
- Transmission: 4-speed manual (with non-synchromesh 1st gear) [1, 2]
- Top Speed: ~77 mph (124 km/h) [1]
- 0–60 mph: ~18.2 to 22.7 seconds [1]
- Steering & Suspension: Rack-and-pinion steering with independent front suspension built on a modified Y-type chassis [1, 2, 3]
- Exterior: Distinctive 1930s pre-war styling with a long hood, 15-inch steel wheels, large bumpers, and a rear-mounted spare tire. [1, 2, 3]
- Interior: Simple, spartan cockpit featuring a wooden-style dashboard, no roll bars or modern safety belts, and no traditional fuel gauge (requiring a dipstick to check fuel). [1, 2, 3]
- Electrical: Equipped with a 12-volt British electrical system. [1]
