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MG TD

1949–1953

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  • Lowest price

    US$3,100

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$12,915

    Since 2020 · n=8

  • Highest price

    US$27,500

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    8

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 8 lots

MG TD

Based on 8 verified auction results

No signal yet

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 is trading at a median of $13,250 in the current market, with one active listing tracked in the US. The sample size of five transactions over the past 12 months is modest, reflecting the thinly traded nature of this marque.

As an appreciating classic with a collectibility score of 6, the TD occupies a solid middle ground in the vintage roadster spectrum. Production reached nearly 30,000 units across its manufacturing run, a relatively high volume that moderates appreciation potential compared to rarer British sports cars of the era.

Liquidity remains thin for the model, with only eight sales tracked across our database. This limited transaction flow means prospective buyers and sellers should expect longer holding periods and wider asking-to-sale spreads than more actively traded classics.

The three-year base projection suggests modest appreciation to $14,513, representing 9.5 percent growth from current levels. Over five years, the median is projected to reach $14,944, a cumulative gain of 12.8 percent, reflecting steady but unremarkable demand for this entry-level classic.

Market desirability for the TD remains moderate, driven primarily by its status as an accessible British roadster and its role in MG's racing heritage. Condition, originality, and completeness of the mechanical and electrical systems will likely prove decisive in price realization, given the thin trading volume and absence of strong directional momentum.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$13,250
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked9
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared9 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$1,210
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,030
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

For sale now · 1 live

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Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings1
  • Sales Last 12 Months8
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings1
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$13,123
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$3,100 – US$27,500
  • Total Sales Tracked8

Recent sales

Showing latest 8
  • US$8,800

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$27,500

    Bring a Trailer · 31 Jul 2026

  • US$14,000

    Bring a Trailer · 8 Jul 2026

  • US$10,000

    Bring a Trailer · 2 Jul 2026

  • US$13,250

    Bring a Trailer · 1 Jul 2026

  • US$12,580

    Bring a Trailer · 30 Jun 2026

  • US$15,750

    Bring a Trailer · 24 Apr 2026

  • US$3,100

    Bring a Trailer · 17 Apr 2026

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.