In 1936, the first MG “T type” was produced in England. It started with the MG-TA, and then progressed through the TB, TC, TD, and ended in 1955 with the TF, thus making the T-series the most distinctive line of MGs, which are recognized world wide today. Much of that production was exported to North America, and many of those T’s were raced in their day—and a number of them are raced in vintage racing today! Over the years many sports car racers—like Carroll Shelby, and John Fitch—began racing in MG-T’s. In their honor, the Vintage Sports Car Club of America will celebrate the T’s racing heritage at their “Fall Finale” races, this October 6–7 at Lime Rock Park, CT. All MG racers are being extended an invitation to participate in special “All MG Races.” However, they must be members of a recognized vintage racing organization to compete. All MGs up to 1980 are eligible, if prepared to the car’s home club rules, but must be muffled.
Other weekend festivities will include a special Friday evening dinner at the nearby historic White Hart Inn. VSCCA event chairman Andrew Hiller expects a strong showing of MGs for this event. Hiller may be contacted by e-mail at CARNDREW@aol.com or Tel: (914) 923-6055. For more information on VSCCA, visit www.VSCCA.org.
