The "TF" was the last of the "square riggers" produced by MG before introduction of the MGA. Widely regarded as the most beautiful MG model ever to come out of the Abingdon factory.
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@charlesfoster14111 ай бұрын
One of my favorite videos. I am completing my garage as I write this before I travel to pick up a 1954 MGTF 1250 that I purchased in Florida. This will be my 5th MGTF and I am grateful to strike off one more item from my bucket list. I am truly blessed because I already have my fourth MGTF RHD 1250 in my barn workshop waiting to be restored. I only hope that I am not too old to meet the challenge. Thanks for this video and the wonderful inspiration that it provides. Guy in Columbia Mississippi
@deep6thisdeep6this922 жыл бұрын
when i was growing up in the late '50s and early 60's there were still a lot of TDs on the road, but when it was time to purchase my very first car, it was a nine year-old MGA that i bought, never even knowing (for the next 50 years in fact) that the TF even existed. ...what a beautiful car!
@Ambrosius503 жыл бұрын
4:14 I couldn't agree with you more sir! It took me a long time to find one. One is now safely stored in my garage. Driving it in summer time, caring for it in winter time.
@portfoliolongo4 жыл бұрын
What a pleasure! Thank you so much, David. As a layman, I am still thrilled to learn some about a beautiful vehicle that I can only dream of ever driving.
@derekgoddard-nickolls3428 Жыл бұрын
I first fell in love with the TF 1500 when I was about 5 or 6 years old! I am now 74 and still love it but never been able to afford one :( I still believe I will have one before I pop my clogs. If not it will still look good driving over the clouds above!!. And thanks for your great video and series. A unique achievement .
@timdaniel53957 ай бұрын
Me too .... and I've just bought one!
@derekgoddard-nickolls34287 ай бұрын
@@timdaniel5395 I guess I should be more honest lol! I could afford one but my wife prefers modern stuff. I have a Bentley V8 GTC which is a stunning piece of kit BUT I still want my TF 1500!!! I am envious of yours Tim :)
@jimlam41263 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video, very good information on the last of the T model. I own a 1954, 1250 model and really love this car.
@kattine1 Жыл бұрын
Some cars have a timeless inner beauty, great video and greetings from Brazil 🇧🇷
@richardw3294 Жыл бұрын
Thoughtly enjoyed your presentation and narration. Thank you.
@johnwelch5574 жыл бұрын
I'm in love! Thanks!
@stephenhenion83042 жыл бұрын
This is a great story... kind of looking like the Jag SS 100
@johndonlon1611 Жыл бұрын
I was with my dad in 1955 when he picked up his TF-1500 at Arnolt Motors in Chicago. The family he sold to in 1968 still has it. I'm jealous. It was fun. I also learned tons about cars by doing all the maintenance myself with the terrific manual and tools that were with the car. Nice to see others are keeping the flame alive today.
@wijesekerafamily4 жыл бұрын
Great video. Well done.
@southside85104 жыл бұрын
Who is looking for a 50s model in need of TLC
@ngkitcar53854 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great work collating this all together Dave. I'm sure this will stand as a guide to the history of MG for many many years to come. Amazing level of effort to put it all together and it is really appreciated. My Dad had a couple of MG TF's and an MG TD along with a Naylor TF. He loved the MG TF most of all.
@BangerFleet4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for completing the series! Amazing how crisp modern video is compared the the 80s/90s. Even in low res, all of your film, like of the Westminster MG Museum, Jean Cook, and a young John Twist are really great.
@mikerobinson20264 жыл бұрын
Love my '54 TF, even with the modification to an early B 3 Main engine done to the car way back in the early 60's. My car is also Old English White, but with an apple green interior. I think they wear it quite well.
@tkreitler4 жыл бұрын
I've always thought the TF was good looking and the two you have are exceptional. Thank you for the history lesson.
@adoreslaurel4 ай бұрын
Wonder if his workshop manual covers crankshaft work, DO NOT GRIND the crank on a TF 1500, they must have realised that this engine was on the limit of development.
@adoreslaurel4 ай бұрын
Only change I don't like is ruining the instrument panel design, made it cheaper for RHD and LHD.
@timothythomas16262 жыл бұрын
That is a Beautiful Example.
@davidcrowe68902 жыл бұрын
Fantastic Restoration
@crispychip3604 жыл бұрын
Are these highway legal?
@charlesfoster14111 ай бұрын
Wonderful film, just wonderful! I bought my next MGTF 1250 today on eBay. It resides in Florida and I will pick it up shortly. This is my 5th MGTF. I still own #4 but it is all in pieces resting in my barn workshop waiting to be restored. The one I bought today is about in the shape of your white TF, a nice driver. I can't wait to go fetch her. I was born in 1954 so we are the same age. I really enjoyed your restoration sequence but wonder if I am up to the task physically and financially lol. Thanks for the great presentation! Guy in Columbia Mississippi
@gogetlostgoaway2895 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful David, My wife and I have a 2001 MGF 1600cc now 22years old with 30000 miles on her, I love you TF and appreciate your videos good luck and health, Nigel here in the UK🇬🇧
@evanschwartz30304 жыл бұрын
Very pleased I came across this video series on MG's - especially the 'older' models. I owned an BRG MG 1500 TF when I was an architecture student in college - 1964. Have no idea as to when the car was made or sold in the States. Unfortunately the car was not in the best of shape due to a lack of funds. To my great surprise the exhaust system gave up the ghost and fell off the car, the electrical wiring harness in the engine compartment burned up and lost both 2nd and 3rd transmission gears. After the loss of gears I finally decided enough was enough and got rid of the car. Otherwise it was a great car to drive around in Los Angeles. Wish I had the funds today to purchase a restored TF!
@marknelson59292 жыл бұрын
Fascinating! I've always loved the TF as the prettiest of the T-series. I'll never be able to afford any T-series MG, but my sister let me know today she and her husband are about to buy a TC, been in the same family for 50 years. It is running and driving and in great shape - all it needs is new seat base trim and side curtains.
@49richard3 жыл бұрын
Thanks you so much for the presentation! I am 71 and been dreaming about this car since i saw my Canadian Airforce instruction,s car! (1967)
@ZonaVillageApts7 ай бұрын
That was very well produced. I can tell you have a real passion for these. Thanks for sharing.
@frogman85913 жыл бұрын
BLACK IS MY NEW FAVORITE COLOUR FOR AN MG TF
@dannytheaawesomekid13214 жыл бұрын
Awesome dave loved it hope you can upload some more
@mathewsren9712 Жыл бұрын
Espectacular video
@BangerFleet4 жыл бұрын
David Shelburne recently passed away.
@jnoles53453 жыл бұрын
Sorry to read this.
@davidcrowe68902 жыл бұрын
So sad all this knowledge is slowly going by the wayside. I hope more young people will pick up the torch
@timothythomas16262 жыл бұрын
I Don't have an MG. But have the Last Model Year of the XJ6 Jaguar. Wanted an XJ6 since I was a Kid. I was always afraid to Buy one when I was Younger. As The 80'S models were Beautiful they had a Mess in the Electric and other issues. However they had all this Sorted By the time the made the X300 Series