1955 MG TF New Top Project | Full Octane Garage

1955 MG TF New Top Project

March 27, 2012 MGTF, Past Projects

After 2 years of having a new rag top in the box we finally got around to installing the new top. It looks so much nicer and it will not be too bad getting caught in the rain next time 🙂

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