MG restoration is one of our most rewarding and most-demanded commissions. These are cars built to a price, engineered with genuine passion, and they reward careful restoration with a driving experience that costs far more in any other marque.
The T-series (TC, TD, TF) demand a woodworker as much as a metalworker — the ash-frame bodies rot where moisture collects, and proper restoration means rebuilding the frame from seasoned ash before any panels go back on. We keep a dedicated wood shop on-site with ash stocks in common MG sections.
MGA and MGB work is much closer to standard chassis-and-panel restoration, with the usual weak points: sills, floors, rear wheel-arches on MGBs, and the complicated rear-axle mounts on MGA. Our supplier relationships with Moss Europe, Brown & Gammons, and NTG Motor Services cover most MG parts needs.
Flagship models
- MG TC / TD / TF1945–1955Wood-frame pre-war-spec roadsters. Full body-off and ash-frame rebuild scope.
- MGA 1500 / 1600 / Twin Cam1955–1962Roadster + Coupé. Twin Cam variants handled case-by-case for parts reasons.
- MGB Chrome Bumper1962–1974Our most-restored MG. Full chassis + mechanical + interior, Show Driver or Concours.
- MGB Rubber Bumper1974–1980Often deliberately converted back to chrome bumper spec — we do both.
- MG Midget1961–1979Small scope, huge character. Ideal first-restoration project for new collectors.
Common restoration challenges
- Ash-frame rot on T-series — we re-make from seasoned ash, not laminated
- Sill and rear wheel-arch corrosion on MGBs (near-universal)
- MGA Twin Cam head-gasket sourcing and valve-seat specification
- Original colour-matching for Iris Blue, Old English White, Flame Red, British Racing Green
- Connolly leather for factory-spec seats (we source direct from the successor producer)
- Smiths instrument restoration — we send these to a specialist rather than attempt in-house
Our process for MG
Every MG intake starts with a chassis-number check against the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust registry. For MGBs we specifically check the sill and floor condition at three stress points before committing to scope. T-series projects get an ash-frame assessment first — sometimes the frame is salvageable with patching, often it needs complete replacement.
Typical project cost
T-series Concours builds regularly cross €90,000 because of the ash-frame + fabric-body labour. MGB rubber-bumper-to-chrome-bumper conversions add €8,000–€15,000 over a standard MGB restoration.
| Tier | Indicative 2026 range |
|---|---|
| Daily Driver | from €14,000 (MGB) |
| Show Driver | €30,000 – €65,000 (MGB, MGA, Midget) |
| Concours | €70,000 upward (MGA, TC/TD/TF) |
MG FAQ
How much does an MGB restoration cost in 2026?
A Daily Driver MGB restoration lands €14,000–€25,000. A Show Driver MGB with full body-off + chrome respray runs €35,000–€55,000. A Concours MGB with NOS-only sourcing and factory-correct interior hits €65,000+.
Do you restore T-series MGs (TC, TD, TF)?
Yes — these are among our most interesting commissions. We have an in-house wood shop with ash stocks. Full ash-frame rebuild + panel work takes 10–14 months on a Show Driver build.
Can you convert a rubber-bumper MGB back to chrome-bumper spec?
Yes, and it's common. We ride-height lower the rear to factory spec, swap in chrome bumper brackets and over-riders, and replace the valances and front grille. Adds about €8,000–€15,000 over a standard restoration.
What about wire wheels?
We refurbish spoked wheels in-house, rebuilding the spoke pattern and truing to factory run-out. Splined-hub conversions also possible for cars built with bolt-on steel wheels.
How long does an MGA restoration take?
A Show Driver MGA Mk I typically runs 10–14 months. Concours MGA — especially matching-numbers cars — runs 16–22 months with factory-colour paint and NOS sourcing.
Do you do MG MGF / MG TF (modern)?
Not as restoration commissions — they're modern cars that need conventional service, not restoration. We'd refer you to an MG specialist closer to you for those.