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1938 MG TA
United Kingdom • 9 Apr 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1938 MG TA has been extensively restored, including a new ash frame, replacement engine, and a Volkswagen steering box. It boasts a traceable ownership history back to 1945 and is described as being in "very good" condition.
Condition
7
The car has undergone an extensive overhaul, including a new ash frame and replacement engine. While the body frame work isn't invoiced, it's noted to be of a high standard. The car also boasts a discreet steering upgrade and extensive history.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
TA 2302
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
GPH 152
RHD/LHD:
RHD
The first of the famous MG T-series line, the TA was introduced in 1936.
Larger, faster and more comfortable than its PB predecessor, the newcomer was powered by an MPJG 1292cc OHV engine that developed some 50bhp at 4,800rpm.
Allied to a four-speed manual transmission, it endowed the two-seater with a nigh-on 80mph top speed.
Traditionalists may have decried the adoption of a less exotic powerplant, insulating rubber engine mounts and – after a while – synchromesh on third and fourth gears, but the TA had accounted for 3,003 sales by the time production ceased in 1939.
We are pleased to offer this extremely attractive TA following an extensive overhaul by the vendor, a coachwork specialist.
His work included the construction of an entirely new ash frame and the fitment of a replacement 1292cc MPJG engine as the original was cracked beyond repair.
A Volkswagen steering box makes for a discreet upgrade.
As the owner built the body frame himself, the work is not invoiced, but a ge...
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£4,536
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£16,313
Median Price (Since 2020)
£35,650
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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