1937 MG TA
Classic Auto Mall
6180 Morgantown Road
Morgantown, PA
610|901|3804
MILEAGE
1426
YEAR
1937
ENGINE
100
LOCATION
Morgantown, PA
STOCK
6402
FULL SPECS
DESCRIPTION
1937 MG TA Roadster
For consignment, a 1937 MG TA roadster. This is a striking example made more so by the bright red paint, racing numbers on the side, and red wire wheels. In a sea of MG\'s at the next MG gathering, this one is a standout and has been owned and maintained by an MG enthusiast. As such, the car will come to you with a folder of receipts and records that tell the story of this fine automobile.
Exterior
If red cars get more traffic tickets, get ready to write some checks because this car absolutely pops. Beautiful glossy red covers the entire car from the long sweeping front fenders to the circular rear fenders that end in a point behind the car. The grille alternates red slats with black ones and looks race and show ready with a bevy of grille badges strewn across the lower light bar. You can\'t miss the large number 3 on the doors, black and bold in Gothic script and pulling in other black elements of the car including the tires and interior in a beautifully harmonized palette. The 19-inch red wire wheels are spectacular, and two spares are mounted onto the back, just in front of a wedge shaped gas tank, topped by a gleaming polished cap. Speaking of gleaming, all the chrome and polished metals are in excellent condition. Three small imperfections include a touched up scratch, a lower scuff, and a paint chip.
Interior
Black vinyl door panels cover the small doors which open suicide style, and a map pocket is a major feature of the doors. The door sill spells out the manufacturer and leads to a beautiful black vinyl split bench seat, uniformly stitched and robust with little sign of usage. Behind the seats is a storage area, deep between the wheel wells and lined with black carpet. MG is engraved in the middle of the banjo style right hand drive steering wheel, open enough to provide views of the dashboard and in particular, the tachometer that is in direct sightline to the driver. The dashboard itself is a flowing undulation of wood with a center plate adorned with gauges, switches, and ignition, while dash plaques are mounted as they were intended on the dash! There is a small single windshield in front of the driver and googles are present not just for period authenticity, but for practical use on the street. The shifter is floor mounted and straight, and the floors have low pile black carpeted mats, all in a clean presentation.
Drivetrain
Open the side engine cover and what is revealed is the 1292cc inline 4 cylinder engine looking period correct and clean, rated at 50 horsepower. Twin SU carburetors feed the four banger and a 4-speed manual transmission sets it into motion, sending power to the rear wheels and 4.875 gears. Drum brakes are found forward and aft.UndercarriageFrom this angle, you can see some of the painted wood construction and simple frame. Zero rust and only a few drops of oil and beyond that, a clean underside and the single exhaust flows into a long stock style muffler then sends a tailpipe out back just behind the single taillight. Leaf springs handle the suspension at both ends and we note a VW steering box conversion on the car.
Drive-Ability
Tally-ho my good man. Out of my way so that I may meander the test loop. This car is 87 years old and runs like it\'s 87 days old. The little four sings a nice exhaust note and rolls along, eventually getting up to speed. More of a sheep in wolf\'s clothing, it was plenty fast for 1937 and still holds its own today. That being said, it runs well, shifts great, and rolls wonderfully while all functions including gauges and lights work.
This authentic period piece may be numbered with a three, but it\'s number one in our book. It has \"eyes\" as they say, incredible presence, clean, exciting, and historic. Its caretaker has lovingly maintained this MG and it will be a fabulous addition to your collection or as your first foray into the world of classic cars.
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