Following the Second World War, MG resurrected its sporting pedigree at Abingdon by building the iconic T-Series Midgets and the refined Y-Type range. The 1945 MG TC kick-started this era; its traditional pre-war body, upright chrome radiator, and wire wheels famously sparked the post-war sports car craze in North America.
To modernise the range, the 1950 MG TD introduced independent front suspension, rack-and-pinion steering, and smaller wheels—mechanical foundations shared with the elegant YA and upgraded YB saloons.
Alongside the rare YT Tourer, this entire family relied on variations of the rugged 1,250cc XPAG engine. MG manufactured over 60,000 of these post-war vehicles before finally replacing the outdated platform in 1955.
MG TC
Kick-started the post-war sports car boom, especially in North America. Retaining 1930s styling with 19-inch wire wheels and slab-tank tail, it offered an engaging, traditional, wind-in-the-hair British roadster experience.
Years
1945-49
Engine
1250cc S4 OHV
Body Style
Sportscar
Production
10,000
Power: Weight
Dimensions
MG TD
Modernised the formula by introducing IFS and precise rack-and-pinion steering. It sat on smaller, wider 15-inch steel disc wheels and featured a roomier cabin. It became MG’s biggest commercial success up to that point.
Years
1950-53
Engine
1250cc S4 OHV
Body Style
Sportscar
Production
29,664
Power: Weight
Dimensions
MG TF
The final facelift of the traditional T-Series line, instantly identified by its swept-back, sloping front grille and faired-in headlights . Later variants received a larger 1,500cc XPEG engine.
Years
1953-54
Engine
1250/1466cc S4 OHV
Body Style
Sportscar
Production
6200/3400
Power: Weight
Dimensions
MG YA / YB
Elegant four-door sports saloons featuring a plush leather cabin and traditional styling. They pioneered the advanced IFS later used on the TD Midget, with the updated YB having smaller wheels and full hydraulic front brakes.
Years
1947-51
Engine
1250cc S4 OHV
Body Style
Saloon
Production
6158 / 1201
Power: Weight
Dimensions
MG YT
Rare, open-top four-seater version of the Y-Type saloon built almost exclusively for export. It mated the saloon’s comfortable chassis to a sprightlier, twin-carburettor version of the XPAG engine. Disappointing sales.
Years
1948-50
Engine
1250cc S4 OHV
Body Style
Sports tourer
Production
877
Power: Weight
Dimensions
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