MG TC Midget fully restored (1949)

1949 MG TC Midget – Authentically Restored, Exceptionally Correct

For the enthusiast who values authenticity, craftsmanship and pure driving pleasure, this 1949 MG TC, chassis number 8797, represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of the most significant British sports cars ever built — restored with knowledge, restraint and genuine respect for originality.

The MG TC occupies a unique place in automotive history. Introduced immediately after the Second World War, it was the model that reintroduced sports car motoring to a world ready to enjoy driving again. The TC quickly became an icon, particularly among American servicemen stationed in Europe, many of whom took these cars home — effectively exporting the British sports car spirit overseas and laying the groundwork for the global sports car culture that followed.

Restoration with Knowledge and Integrity

This particular example has recently undergone a comprehensive body-off restoration, carried out by a highly respected MG club member, working together with his son — a father-and-son team known for deep technical understanding and a strong preference for correctness over cosmetic shortcuts. The aim was never to over-restore or modernise, but to preserve the true character, feel and appearance of the MG TC.

A complete photographic documentation accompanies the car, clearly showing the quality of workmanship and the care taken throughout every stage of the restoration.

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Key Highlights & Technical Overview

• Model year: 1949

• Chassis number: 8797

• Engine: 1. 25-litre XPAG inline four-cylinder

• Power output: approx. 54 hp

• Gearbox: 4-speed manual

• Engine rebuild: Fully rebuilt by HBM Austerlitz, a specialist with an excellent reputation

• Wheels & tyres: Piano-black wire wheels fitted with Blockley tyres

• Brakes: Aluminium brake drums

• Accessories: Period-correct fog lamps, Brooklands aero screens, second mirror

• Extras: Original tool kit present

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Mechanically Reassuring, As It Should Be

The engine was fully rebuilt by HBM Austerlitz and subsequently properly run in. It performs exactly as a TC should — smooth, lively and mechanically reassuring. The driving experience reflects the quality of the work carried out and makes this MG a car that can be enjoyed with confidence rather than hesitation.

Timeless Presentation

Visually, the car presents beautifully. It has been resprayed in a deep, classic dark blue, a colour that suits the TC’s lines perfectly and highlights its elegant proportions. This is complemented by a dark red interior, including seats, hood, tonneau cover and boot cover — a refined and period-correct colour combination that feels both sporting and understated.

The carefully selected accessories, combined with the large wire wheels and correct detailing, give the car a wonderful almost pre-war appearance, setting it apart from many MG TCs on the market today.

A Car to Drive, Own and Appreciate

This MG TC is not merely a car to admire — it is a car to drive and enjoy. Correctly restored, complete in every detail and finished with restraint, it offers character, mechanical honesty and lasting appeal.

A highly desirable example for the collector who values originality, history and the pure joy of classic motoring.

This MG has Dutch paperwork which makes it easy to register in any EU country.

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