OWNERS NAME: Francisco & Clara Matallana

YEAR: 1952

MAKE: MG

MODEL: TD

SUB MODEL: 

BRIEF MANUFACTURER DETAILS AND SIGNIFICANT HISTORY OF CAR:

The MG TD 1952 is a classic British sports car produced by MG (Morris Garages), and it’s one of the most iconic models of the early 1950s. Here are the key points about it:

🚗 Overview
• The MG TD was built between 1950 and 1953, with about 30,000 units produced.
• It succeeded the MG TC, which had been very popular, especially with returning American GIs after WWII.
• The TD kept the vintage “pre-war” roadster look but added modern improvements for comfort and drivability.

⚙️ Mechanical Features
• Engine: 1250cc XPAG inline 4-cylinder engine, producing about 54 horsepower.
• Transmission: 4-speed manual.
• Suspension: Independent front suspension with coil springs (much better handling than the TC).
• Top speed: Around 78 mph (125 km/h).
• 0–60 mph: About 18 seconds

BRIEF STORY OF THIS PARTICULAR VEHICLE:

6 years Frame up restoration ; Coral Gables barn find, car sat on concrete block for more than 30 years total dismantled. Previous owner had the intention to fix it as a gift for his only daughter. For 30 years, we passed every weekend in front of his home , established a friendship but he was not decided to sell it. We decided to give him a break ; attending the AACA Biltmore car show we saw his other car; we inquired about him . His partner approached us , letting us know that he had recently passed away . Widow was selling all of his cars ; After a hand shake we agreed on a price ; drove to his home at Coral Gables to pick up the car . Nothing had changed : pushed it up to the trailer and haul it to our garage .
We picked and bought parts all over the USA: even on a weekend drove to Ann Arbor , Michigan picking up parts .