1947 MG TC

MG recovered quickly after the Second World War and began production on its new TC series which were among the first cars built anywhere following the war. The TC Midget was, and is still, aesthetically pleasing with its distinctive radiator and sweeping wheel arches framing the spider, 19-inch wire wheels. Even with windscreen raised and all-weather gear up, it still looks the epitome of the classic British sports car.

The car described here was donated to a museum by Mr. Edward Fest of San Antonio in 1983. Mr. Fest had purchased the car from a Californian enthusiast in 1964. The previous owner had apparently installed a small block V8 engine for racing. The TC was eventually restored and Mr. Fest installed the MG engine that had come with the car.

A newer aftermarket steering wheel has been fitted and the speedometer and tachometer have suffered damage and are in need of repair. The paint is also in need of some attention. A smaller 17-inch spare...