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$26,500
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Lebanon, Tennessee, USA Lebanon, Tennessee, USA
Frazier Motorcar Company
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Lebanon, Tennessee, USA
1,234 mi
Manual
LHD
Original & Highly Original
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About this 1955 MG TF 1500

VIN: HDC469017

The 1955 MG TF 1500 represents the pinnacle of MG's traditional T-Series—its final evolution before the modern MGA redesign swept away the prewar design language. With only 1,234 miles on the odometer, this burgundy-over-tan example from Tennessee stands as a remarkable preservation-grade survivor of Britain's golden age of sports car manufacturing.

According to the seller, this numbers-matching convertible arrived fresh from decades under the care of a single doctor, consistently garaged and protected from the elements. The legendary XPEG engine—expanded to 1,466cc for this abbreviated 1955-only production run—delivers 63 horsepower through an engaging four-speed manual transmission, a specification that transforms the TF from charming cruiser to genuinely spirited performer. Classic.com's curation confirms this classification as "Original & Highly Original," a distinction reserved for vehicles where time has preserved rather than restorative hands have intruded.

  • Numbers-matching 1.5L XPEG inline-4 engine producing 63 horsepower
  • Exceptionally low 1,234 documented miles—among the lowest-mileage survivors in the known market
  • Provenance: Single longtime doctor ownership with climate-controlled storage
  • Structural integrity: Solid ash frame with no rot; straight wings, fenders, and properly aligned body panels
  • Cosmetic preservation: Well-kept burgundy paint, excellent chrome, crisp gauges, and soft tan leather per seller description
  • Mechanical condition: Described as strong running with quiet transmission and good brakes

The MG TF 1500 market reflects strong collector interest with 76% sell-through rates and transaction prices typically ranging from $15,500 to $31,000, with exceptional examples commanding substantially more. This sub-1,500-mile, numbers-matching convertible with its undisturbed originality occupies rarefied territory within that spectrum—a genuine time capsule from the twilight of traditional British motoring.

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Details about this vehicle - curated by our market specialists.

Year
1955
Make
Model Family
Model Generation
Model Variant
TF 1500
Model Trim
-
Engine
1.5L I4
Transmission
Manual
Drive Type
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Originality
Original & Highly Original
Mileage
1,234 mi
VIN
HDC469017
Vehicle Type
Automobile
Body Style
Convertible
Doors
2 Doors
Driver Side
Left Hand Drive
Ext. Color Group
Burgundy
Int. Color Group
Beige/Tan

Market Summary

The MG TF 1500 (1953 to 1955) market.

CMB $24,412
The CLASSIC.COM Market Benchmark (CMB) represents a benchmark value for vehicles in this market based on data accumulated by CLASSIC.COM. Actual market value for a specific vehicle will depend on various elements, including the condition of the vehicle.
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The TF 1500 built upon the 1250cc engine of the predecessor, the MG TF, but with bored-out cylinders displacing 1466cc - thus the 1500 badge... Learn more.

There are 62 MG T-Type for sale across all model years (1936 to 1955) and variants, 9 are TF 1500 and 8 are model year 1955 . There were 54 TF 1500 sold in the last 5 years.

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