Hello

Boldyboy · 2nd August 2008, 22:39

Hi,i Found this forum today and it has some really usefull info.I have today just purchased my first MG and it is the MG ZT+ 1.8T 160,i dont pick it up until next friday,but was wondering if anybody else has the same model,and how it is for them.
Cheers

Zeb · 2nd August 2008, 22:41

Welcome to the club! I don't have the same model as you but have just picked up an MG ZT-T and I would say it is a very nice piece of kit that is well screwed together. In your case, just ensure that if the head gasket has been replaced it has been done with the upgraded version!

StevenWilliams · 2nd August 2008, 22:41

Welcome to the club.

There are a number of things to watch out for with these cars. The most important is probably making sure the drain holes are clear as if they are not it can cause some expensive repair bills.

Keep looking over the past threads and you'll find a load of great information.

SKS Disco · 2nd August 2008, 22:43

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Originally Posted by Boldyboy

Hi,i Found this forum today and it has some really usefull info.I have today just purchased my first MG and it is the MG ZT+ 1.8T 160,i dont pick it up until next friday,but was wondering if anybody else has the same model,and how it is for them.
Cheers

Very popular model and will serve you well. Welcome aboard by the way. I don't own a 1.8T but have driven lots.

Just watch coolant levels and you will have loads of fun

Cheers

Transam

Boldyboy · 2nd August 2008, 22:43

Cheers,ive seen that the cars overheat,i take it's a regular thing!

Jules · 2nd August 2008, 22:44

Great car, just enough power from the lightweight K series engine & very nimble handling!
If it's pre June 2003 keep an eye on the head gasket.(if it hasn't already beed changed)

After that Rover fitted an improved version.

Check the bonnet release mod, fuel clip mod & plenum chamber is clear of leaves/debris.

Boldyboy · 2nd August 2008, 22:47

Il have to look into that,i saw it last week,metalic blue,big wheels,just had to have it and thought it was a bargain at £3995,hope ive made the right decision!!

Boldyboy · 2nd August 2008, 22:48

Also not sure if it is a pre-june 2003 as it is on a 53 plate.
And thank you all for the feedback

Jules · 2nd August 2008, 23:01

Might be lucky on a 53 plate, but might still have the old type 3 speed cooling fan (a very weak point on these)
If over 50k miles new fan motor almost certainly needed

Boldyboy · 2nd August 2008, 23:35

Thanks for that,my mate is a mechanic,so when he comes back off holiday,il get him to put in a new gasket etc just in case,he wont charge me a fortune,can't wait to pick the car up.

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Boldyboy Regular poster MG ZT+ 1.8T 160 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Burton on Trent Posts: 97 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Hello Hi,i Found this forum today and it has some really usefull info.I have today just purchased my first MG and it is the MG ZT+ 1.8T 160,i dont pick it up until next friday,but was wondering if anybody else has the same model,and how it is for them. Cheers Last edited by Boldyboy; 2nd August 2008 at 22:40.. Reason: missed out the 160 bit.

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StevenWilliams This is my second home Rover 75 Saloon 2.5 V6 British Racing Green. 81,000 miles and counting Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Crawley, West Sussex Posts: 6,183 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Welcome to the club. There are a number of things to watch out for with these cars. The most important is probably making sure the drain holes are clear as if they are not it can cause some expensive repair bills. Keep looking over the past threads and you'll find a load of great information. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Rover 75 2.5 2000 Club SE. British Racing Green. MEMBER NUMBER: MMMDCCXXVI Looking for: 7 seater

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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	Great car, just enough power from the lightweight K series engine & very nimble handling! If it's pre June 2003 keep an eye on the head gasket.(if it hasn't already beed changed) After that Rover fitted an improved version. Check the bonnet release mod, fuel clip mod & plenum chamber is clear of leaves/debris. __________________ [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

2nd August 2008, 23:01	#9
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	Might be lucky on a 53 plate, but might still have the old type 3 speed cooling fan (a very weak point on these) If over 50k miles new fan motor almost certainly needed __________________ [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

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Zeb Banned MGZT V8 & ZTT 190+LPG Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 8,089 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Welcome to the club! I don't have the same model as you but have just picked up an MG ZT-T and I would say it is a very nice piece of kit that is well screwed together. In your case, just ensure that if the head gasket has been replaced it has been done with the upgraded version!

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Boldyboy Regular poster MG ZT+ 1.8T 160 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Burton on Trent Posts: 97 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Cheers,ive seen that the cars overheat,i take it's a regular thing!

2nd August 2008, 22:47	#7
Boldyboy Regular poster MG ZT+ 1.8T 160 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Burton on Trent Posts: 97 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Il have to look into that,i saw it last week,metalic blue,big wheels,just had to have it and thought it was a bargain at £3995,hope ive made the right decision!!

2nd August 2008, 22:48	#8
Boldyboy Regular poster MG ZT+ 1.8T 160 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Burton on Trent Posts: 97 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Also not sure if it is a pre-june 2003 as it is on a 53 plate. And thank you all for the feedback

2nd August 2008, 23:35	#10
Boldyboy Regular poster MG ZT+ 1.8T 160 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Burton on Trent Posts: 97 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thanks for that,my mate is a mechanic,so when he comes back off holiday,il get him to put in a new gasket etc just in case,he wont charge me a fortune,can't wait to pick the car up.