MG TD
1949–1953
Lowest price
US$3,100
Since 2020
Median price
US$13,250
Since 2020 · n=7
Highest price
US$27,500
Since 2020
Sold cars
7
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 7 lots

Based on 7 verified auction results
US$13,250
Market value · recent verified sales
MSRP
—
Collectibility
6/10
Collectible
3-Year Forecast
US$14,513
+10%
5-Year Forecast
US$14,944
+13%
Market scores
48
Desirability
Thin
30
Liquidity
Moderate
50
Resale Outlook
Marque analyst note
The MG TD market is currently trading around US$13,250 at the median, establishing a solid entry point for buyers interested in early British roadsters. With no active listings and thin liquidity conditions, opportunities are selective and pricing can vary meaningfully between transactions.
Production of 29,664 units across the model's run gives the TD a moderate collector following without the scarcity premium attached to lower-volume British marques. The car carries a solid collectible rating and remains classified as an appreciating classic, reflecting steady demand among enthusiasts of pre-1955 open-air motoring.
Transaction flow has been modest, with only five sales tracked over the past twelve months against a total sample of seven vehicles, suggesting a patient market where sellers may wait for the right buyer rather than chase quick turnover. This thin volume means pricing signals are less precise than in more active segments, and comparable values can swing based on condition, originality, and specific specification details.
The base projection calls for modest appreciation to US$14,513 over the next three years, a gain of 9.5 percent, with further movement to US$14,944 by year five representing cumulative growth of 12.8 percent. This outlook reflects the steady if unhurried trajectory typical of solidly collectible British sports cars that maintain cultural relevance without explosive demand drivers.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg valueUS$13,250
- Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
Vehicle History Signals
- Auction lots tracked7
- Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
- No damage declared7 (100.0%)
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)US$600
- MaintenanceUS$1,210
- StorageUS$3,220
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual costUS$5,030
Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months7
- Sell-Through100%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
- Avg Sale PriceUS$13,740
- Avg Mileage at Sale—
- Recent Price RangeUS$3,100 – US$27,500
- Total Sales Tracked7
Recent sales
Showing latest 7US$27,500
Bring a Trailer · 31 Jul 2026
green
US$14,000
Bring a Trailer · 8 Jul 2026
green · manual
US$10,000
Bring a Trailer · 2 Jul 2026
yellow · manual
US$13,250
Bring a Trailer · 1 Jul 2026
green · manual
US$12,580
Bring a Trailer · 30 Jun 2026
beige · manual
US$15,750
Bring a Trailer · 24 Apr 2026
green
US$3,100
Bring a Trailer · 17 Apr 2026
manual
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.