Tempting project opportunity for someone including me.

Abott10 · 24th January 2019, 16:57

Spotted this on ebay today. Would bid if it was not so far away. :~

Rover mg zt 1.8 turbo spares or repair

Has to be one of the most honest descriptions I've seen for a 1.8T MG ZT or, any spares or repair car come to that.

trikey · 24th January 2019, 18:41

Trophy blue on a MK2, not many of those about.

Mickyboy · 24th January 2019, 18:46

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Originally Posted by trikey

Trophy blue on a MK2, not many of those about.

That’s for sure mate, that’s why I’ve got one

Mick

victorgte · 24th January 2019, 20:34

Very smart indeed and an engine I’ve enjoyed for 5 years already.
I recovered a VW Polo in December using my A frame but I’m not sure this one would be within my cars towing capacity.

gnu · 24th January 2019, 22:01

...or if you don't want a project with only 16k on the clock...

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MG-ZT-120....c100009.m1982

Pricey though.

planenut · 25th January 2019, 16:43

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Originally Posted by MGJohn

Pictures show a wide range of views of what appears mainly a tidy car. The good image of the engine compartment usually means not a dealer.

Looks nice; already a bid at £200 with several days to go, so I think there will be competition.

Tim JMGRs · 27th January 2019, 10:24

Can I just throw a spanner in the works with regard to towing with an A-Frame?!
Most A-Frames are unbraked, therefore the most you can tow is 750kg, the lightest 75 is 1200kg, the heaviest roughly is roughly 1600kg.....

A diesel 75 has the highest towing capacity at 1600kg, add that to a twin axle trailer that would be needed to carry a 75 and you are way over the limits and capacities.........you need a different tow car!

So...... if you are going to tow a 75 with a 75, keep your eyes open for VOSA and the police as they can and probably will impound both vehicles.
And before anyones ask, yes, I have done it a couple of times before I was aware or the law and the rules!

victorgte · 27th January 2019, 10:38

I thought all A frames were unbraked? Trailers are both braked and unbraked depending on design.
Pulling the VW Polo a month ago was without incident. You don't feel the weight of a trailer as the 4 wheels carry that for you along with dampers to stop the bounce. Like MG John said, just concentrate and drive like you are taking your driving test again. I kept away from main roads and enjoyed the country route pre motorway!!!

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24th January 2019, 18:41	#2
trikey Premium Trader Rover 75 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Devon Posts: 33,764 Thanks: 8,837 Thanked 14,831 Times in 8,030 Posts	Trophy blue on a MK2, not many of those about. __________________ Lest we forget..

24th January 2019, 20:34	#4
victorgte I really should get out more....... MGTF, MGZT, Range Rover Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Cheltenham Posts: 2,802 Thanks: 395 Thanked 633 Times in 446 Posts	Very smart indeed and an engine I’ve enjoyed for 5 years already. I recovered a VW Polo in December using my A frame but I’m not sure this one would be within my cars towing capacity. __________________ MG TF 135, MG ZT, Range Rover P38

24th January 2019, 22:01	#5
gnu Gets stuck in MG ZT Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Bristol Posts: 695 Thanks: 332 Thanked 164 Times in 133 Posts	...or if you don't want a project with only 16k on the clock... https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MG-ZT-120....c100009.m1982 Pricey though. __________________ gnu

27th January 2019, 10:24	#7
Tim JMGRs Avid contributor MG ZT Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Leigh Posts: 116 Thanks: 72 Thanked 32 Times in 29 Posts	Towing! Can I just throw a spanner in the works with regard to towing with an A-Frame?! Most A-Frames are unbraked, therefore the most you can tow is 750kg, the lightest 75 is 1200kg, the heaviest roughly is roughly 1600kg..... A diesel 75 has the highest towing capacity at 1600kg, add that to a twin axle trailer that would be needed to carry a 75 and you are way over the limits and capacities.........you need a different tow car! So...... if you are going to tow a 75 with a 75, keep your eyes open for VOSA and the police as they can and probably will impound both vehicles. And before anyones ask, yes, I have done it a couple of times before I was aware or the law and the rules!

27th January 2019, 10:38	#8
victorgte I really should get out more....... MGTF, MGZT, Range Rover Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Cheltenham Posts: 2,802 Thanks: 395 Thanked 633 Times in 446 Posts	I thought all A frames were unbraked? Trailers are both braked and unbraked depending on design. Pulling the VW Polo a month ago was without incident. You don't feel the weight of a trailer as the 4 wheels carry that for you along with dampers to stop the bounce. Like MG John said, just concentrate and drive like you are taking your driving test again. I kept away from main roads and enjoyed the country route pre motorway!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ MG TF 135, MG ZT, Range Rover P38

24th January 2019, 16:57	#1
Abott10 * Join Date: Apr 2014 Posts: 227 Thanks: 1,275 Thanked 1,917 Times in 1,328 Posts	Spotted this on ebay today. Would bid if it was not so far away. :~ Rover mg zt 1.8 turbo spares or repair Has to be one of the most honest descriptions I've seen for a 1.8T MG ZT or, any spares or repair car come to that.