• Rarer and more desirable, larger-engined 1500 variant • In current family ownership since 1996 • Benefitting from a full repaint, engine overhaul, and recent brake refresh during that period • Uprated for ease of use with a five-speed gearbox The last of the MG T-series line, the TF was introduced in October, 1953.

Although mechanically nearly identical to its TD predecessor, the provision of a raked radiator, revised wing line, and faired-in headlamps lent it an altogether sleeker and sportier air.

Powered by a revised version of the well-proven, four-cylinder XPAG engine but this time using larger valves, a higher compression ratio, and twin SU 1½in.

carburettors, the new model was reputedly capable of over 80mph.

Equipped with both rack-and-pinion steering and independent coil-and-wishbone front suspension, it helped maintain the marque’s ‘Safety Fast’ reputation.

Around 6,200 TF 1250s were made, followed by 3,400 examples with the 1500 engine.

Built from November 5th to 9th...