MG TF 1250, 1954 information

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The MG TF was introduced in the year 1953 as successor of the MG TD. The MG TF was the last MG model based on the pre-war models. Like the MG TA, TC and TD models most of the cars were sold in the USA.
Chassis and body of the MG TF were similar to the TD with some changes: 
The TF became larger doors, integrated headlamps to the wings, and a more slanted radiator. Other changes were found in the interior: two separate seats, a new dashboard with new clocks. Technically everything still matched the MG TD, so the car was fitted with  rack and pinion steering-gear, coil springs (instead of the leaf springs) and an independent wheel suspension in the front.

The MG TF 1250 was built in the years 1953 and 1954. In 1954 the MG TF 1500 (MK II) was introduced. The MG TF was succeeded in 1955 by the revolutionary different MG A…

Technical data

4 cylinder engine
cylinder capacity: 1250 cc.
carburettors: 2x S.U.
capacity: 58 bhp. at 5500 rpm.
top-speed: 130 km/h. - 81 mph. 
gearbox: 4 speed, manual
weight: 875 kg. 

Information

MG TF 1250, year 1954. Colour Old English White with a dark red leather seats and black carpet. Black canvas soft top and hood cover. This fine MG features wire wheels and a wooden MotoLita steering wheel.


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