What to look for on 75/ZT - Page 2

Commodore · 5th November 2006, 17:41

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Originally Posted by John Phillips

Well I never knew that. I bet they are the ones they used as interior lights.

Yep - that's the one.

Basically the interior light used in my first Metro (circa 1986) is now being used as the internal boot light in my 75.

Chris

JP53 · 5th November 2006, 19:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by Commodore

Yep - that's the one.

Basically the interior light used in my first Metro (circa 1986) is now being used as the internal boot light in my 75.

Chris

Look how long the switch gear in the 200/400 25/45 range soldiered on for. You can't say that MGR did not utilize everything!

Kandyman · 20th November 2006, 21:36

*cough

i was wondering if any one had anything to add to "what to look out for" for new car owners/members to read.

Add any infor you think will help and i'll add it to the top of the list

GreyGhost · 20th November 2006, 21:39

2 keys seems to be fairly popular at the moment. With spares coming in at well over a hundred squids.

Should have read first, silly me, cancel the worms above.

Simon · 20th November 2006, 21:49

A few people (me included) have noticed rust on their cars. Could be usefull to look out for as the warranty for anti-corrosion has obviously expired.

Potential desiel-buyers should check the functioning of the auxillary heater / FBH (where fitted).

Vis-Valve problems should be listened out for on test-drives.

Low/Weak batteries should be pointed out by potential buyers (they should push for a new one to be fitted prior to purchase) as they can lead to funny electrical problems.

Did someone mention keys?

yp53 · 20th November 2006, 22:07

Kandyman said: "The easiest way to distinguish a Longbridge example is that they have body-coloured sills rather than the Oxford-made cars' black ones."

Not quite true - the last Cowley models actually had body coloured sills too. I bought my first 75 when they were transferring production and had a hell of a job getting the spec I wanted from the existing (Cowley produced) stock. Eventually got one from SMC (X817BCF if I remember correctly - I still see it in around Barrow) - Club SE CDT in Copperleaf with Copperleaf sills and bumper skirts.

Sorry to be pedantic..

Jules · 11th December 2008, 16:13

Just rejuvenating this Andy as I've just been asked by a customer what to look for / Checklist when buying a ZT 190 KV6.

There must be a more comprehensive list than this somewhere?
But where?:weihnacht2:

pondweed · 11th December 2008, 17:49

there is a 'what to look for' idea that has gone onto the 'green' people for further consideration. I've started a draft off for 'diesel' as something to go to some others to develop/add.
But early days. Think there are lots of others devts further up the list!

Jules · 11th December 2008, 18:17

The problem is putting together a "balanced" list so as not to put prospective owners off!!

I wouldn't own 3 myself if I didn't believe in these great cars.
Trouble is, looking through the forums, one tends to get a warped impression of things like HGF's Fuel pumps fans etc.

For every ONE failed fuel pump or gasket, there must be 2000 that have not failed etc. The debate will soldier on I'm sure

pondweed · 11th December 2008, 18:46

I was thinking about this driving the Berlingo tonight.

I feel slightly distanced from good value knowledgeable automotive labour at the moment. And it is a great pressure. My 2004 car is a superficially excellent but has a list of things that need attending to as long as my arm.

I honest couldn't recommend anyone buying a 75 unless they are 'enthusiast' and have a suitable Jules or Keith within 25 miles, however lovely. There are too many lovable bloopers which we all chuckle about... but that would try the patience and wallet of a normal individual.

11th December 2008, 16:13	#17
Jules This is my second home ZT 260 SE Twilight and 10 other 75 ZT's :O Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Conwy NORTH WALES Posts: 11,094 Thanks: 512 Thanked 1,116 Times in 763 Posts	Just rejuvenating this Andy as I've just been asked by a customer what to look for / Checklist when buying a ZT 190 KV6. There must be a more comprehensive list than this somewhere? But where?:weihnacht2: __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Newbies do now!! 1. Plenum drains..all 3 or 4 year dependent 2. Cooling fan..All speeds functioning 3. Bonnet cable divider block

11th December 2008, 18:17	#19
Jules This is my second home ZT 260 SE Twilight and 10 other 75 ZT's :O Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Conwy NORTH WALES Posts: 11,094 Thanks: 512 Thanked 1,116 Times in 763 Posts	The problem is putting together a "balanced" list so as not to put prospective owners off!! I wouldn't own 3 myself if I didn't believe in these great cars. Trouble is, looking through the forums, one tends to get a warped impression of things like HGF's Fuel pumps fans etc. For every ONE failed fuel pump or gasket, there must be 2000 that have not failed etc. The debate will soldier on I'm sure __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Newbies do now!! 1. Plenum drains..all 3 or 4 year dependent 2. Cooling fan..All speeds functioning 3. Bonnet cable divider block

20th November 2006, 21:36	#13
Kandyman Banned ROVER 75 2.5 V6 Connoisseur SE Limousine 2004 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Welling Posts: 10,995 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	*cough i was wondering if any one had anything to add to "what to look out for" for new car owners/members to read. Add any infor you think will help and i'll add it to the top of the list

20th November 2006, 21:39	#14
GreyGhost Banned 180+ Sport Auto Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Bedford Middle Level Posts: 17,787 Thanks: 0 Thanked 18 Times in 5 Posts	2 keys seems to be fairly popular at the moment. With spares coming in at well over a hundred squids. Should have read first, silly me, cancel the worms above.

20th November 2006, 21:49	#15
Simon Banned - Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: - Posts: 10,318 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 3 Posts	A few people (me included) have noticed rust on their cars. Could be usefull to look out for as the warranty for anti-corrosion has obviously expired. Potential desiel-buyers should check the functioning of the auxillary heater / FBH (where fitted). Vis-Valve problems should be listened out for on test-drives. Low/Weak batteries should be pointed out by potential buyers (they should push for a new one to be fitted prior to purchase) as they can lead to funny electrical problems. Did someone mention keys?

20th November 2006, 22:07	#16
yp53 Loves to post ex- Rover 75 CDTi Tourer Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Timsbury, nr Bath Posts: 328 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Kandyman said: "The easiest way to distinguish a Longbridge example is that they have body-coloured sills rather than the Oxford-made cars' black ones." Not quite true - the last Cowley models actually had body coloured sills too. I bought my first 75 when they were transferring production and had a hell of a job getting the spec I wanted from the existing (Cowley produced) stock. Eventually got one from SMC (X817BCF if I remember correctly - I still see it in around Barrow) - Club SE CDT in Copperleaf with Copperleaf sills and bumper skirts. Sorry to be pedantic..

11th December 2008, 17:49	#18
pondweed This is my second home Waiter, Waiter! I seem to have a Roomster in my drive... Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sussex Posts: 3,268 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	there is a 'what to look for' idea that has gone onto the 'green' people for further consideration. I've started a draft off for 'diesel' as something to go to some others to develop/add. But early days. Think there are lots of others devts further up the list!

11th December 2008, 18:46	#20
pondweed This is my second home Waiter, Waiter! I seem to have a Roomster in my drive... Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sussex Posts: 3,268 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	I was thinking about this driving the Berlingo tonight. I feel slightly distanced from good value knowledgeable automotive labour at the moment. And it is a great pressure. My 2004 car is a superficially excellent but has a list of things that need attending to as long as my arm. I honest couldn't recommend anyone buying a 75 unless they are 'enthusiast' and have a suitable Jules or Keith within 25 miles, however lovely. There are too many lovable bloopers which we all chuckle about... but that would try the patience and wallet of a normal individual.