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£6,164
Volvo B18–Powered 1953 MG TF
United States • 1 Oct 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1953 MG TF, repainted red and fitted with a Volvo B18 engine and four-speed transmission, presents as a project with known mechanical and cosmetic issues. It sold at no reserve, indicating strong interest despite its condition, but potential buyers should be aware of the necessary repairs and missing parts.
Condition
4
The car has several cosmetic and mechanical issues including non-functional wiper and horn, missing horn cover and rear side curtains, worn tires, cracked spare tire, and exhaust pipes needing repair. The speedometer's clock is also missing hands, and the odometer has rolled over.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
HDE43825
Odometer:
15,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
on Rolled Odometer Volvo B18 1.8-Liter Inline-Four Four-Speed Manual Transmission Red Paint Black Vinyl Upholstery Amco Black Soft Top 15" Knock-Off Wire Wheels Folding Windshield Fender-Mounted Mirrors Headlight Stone Guards BMIHT Certificate
This 1953 MG TF left the factory in October 1953 and was fitted with a 1.8-liter Volvo B18 inline-four and M45 transmission as well as front disc brakes under previous ownership.
Refinished in red with replacement black vinyl upholstery, the car features 15″ wire wheels, dual SU carburetors, a black Amco soft top, fender-mounted mirrors, and headlight stone guards.
This TF was acquired by the seller and is now offered at no reserve with a British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certificate, the owner’s manuals, front side curtains, spare parts, and a clean Florida title listing the car as a 1954 model.
The car left the factory in MG Green with a Biscuit soft top and was refinished in red under previous ownership.
Exterior details include a b...
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£2,597
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£17,717
Median Price (Since 2020)
£42,649
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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