A charming prewar MG restored with an emphasis on simplicity, correctness, and usability.

Overview

Introduced immediately before the Second World War, the MG TB represents an important step in the development of the small British sports car.

Its proportions, lightweight construction, narrow body, wire wheels, folding windscreen, and simple mechanical layout provide an experience quite removed from later sports cars.

This example has received a comprehensive restoration while retaining the straightforward character that makes these automobiles so enjoyable.

The TB was a small rear-wheel-drive roadster powered by a 1,250cc four-cylinder and 4-speed manual transmission.

Technical Information

Body Style: Two-seat Roadster
Engine: XPAG inline-four
Displacement: 1,250 cc
Transmission: 4-speed manual
Mileage: 8,420 miles
Exterior: British Racing Green
Interior: Biscuit Leather
Chassis Number: TEST-MGTB-1939-001
Engine Number: TEST-XPAG-001
Location: Asheville, North Carolina

Provenance

Restored during previous enthusiast ownership with photographic records and invoices retained. Subsequently maintained as a regularly exercised collector automobile.

Rodney Butterfield's Assessment

Small prewar sports cars often reveal the quality of their restoration quickly. Correct hardware, instruments, body construction, upholstery, wiring, engine detailing, and mechanical setup matter more than excessive cosmetic perfection. This example was restored to be both convincing and usable.