MK1 or MK2 - Page 3

MSS · 4th July 2019, 23:28

IMO whether MK1 or MK2 is totally irrelevant at this stage - I just prefer one that runs well and is in good condition!

kelvo · 5th July 2019, 07:52

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Originally Posted by Mogodon

Prefer the look of the Mk1 75, the Mk2 75 grille is just ugly.

But the ZT, the Mk2 I think looks more sporty, hence why I bought one.

I've always thought the Mk 2 75 front end looked a bit mismatched with the shape of the grille and the funny shaped indicator lights.

I've had a Mk 1 & now Mk 2 ZT and I like both front ends, think the Mk2 looks modern and sporty and I think was intended to be a family look with the new MG SV.

Build-wise, i think the Mk 1 was better though - at least for quality of materials, certainly pre-project drive, hence why I have swapped a lot of bits over - heater panels, furry door seals etc. I don't miss the hard ride of the early Mk 1 ZT, the Mk 2 is still firm but doesn't shake your fillings out.

Darcydog · 5th July 2019, 08:36

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Originally Posted by kelvo

I've always thought the Mk 2 75 front end looked a bit mismatched with the shape of the grille and the funny shaped indicator lights.

I've had a Mk 1 & now Mk 2 ZT and I like both front ends, think the Mk2 looks modern and sporty and I think was intended to be a family look with the new MG SV.

Build-wise, i think the Mk 1 was better though - at least for quality of materials, certainly pre-project drive, hence why I have swapped a lot of bits over - heater panels, furry door seals etc. I don't miss the hard ride of the early Mk 1 ZT, the Mk 2 is still firm but doesn't shake your fillings out.

From a personal viewpoint the front end of the Mk1 ZT is my favourite - it just looks “right”. Sorry but the Mk2, for me, makes it look like any other car. Tho from pics on here - things can be much improved with the use of stainless mesh.

But if I had a nice Mk2 - I would consider fitting a Mk1 nose to it rather than try to improve what I don’t really like.

What I do like is the Mk2 Seats. Especially in the ZTT - I have a set ready to replace my worn alcantara ones and the design seems better - especially the map pockets.

But as others have said - looks are not everything.

smudge.g · 5th July 2019, 14:42

MK1 for me every time, classic looks and it just has something - whereas the MK2 (I have one of both) just seems to be missing something!!!!

Proud owner · 5th July 2019, 14:46

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Originally Posted by smudge.g

MK1 for me every time, classic looks and it just has something - whereas the MK2 (I have one of both) just seems to be missing something!!!!

As he says for me, with the exception that I don't have a Mk2 for the reason given!

ALPACA · 5th July 2019, 15:40

A pair of Mk1's in our household and we always say that whenever we park them up anywhere, firstly they have that 'have to turn back and look at them again' beauty, and secondly with the chrome trim and classic looks, I still believe they are always the prettiest cars in any car park.

Have I mentioned, it's the Mk1 for me....

Slaya · 5th July 2019, 18:13

Mk1 for me. Although the Mk2 front has grown on me lately.

maxi_crawf · 5th July 2019, 19:32

MKI for me, the 75 as well as my ZT, just looks right.

jonc3725 · 5th July 2019, 20:24

Had both but with the R75 MK2 I changed the R75 bumper for MK2 ZT bumper with MK1 mesh

5th July 2019, 15:40	#26
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5th July 2019, 20:24	#29
jonc3725 Posted a thing or two MG ZT 190 + and MKIV Supra Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Plymouth Posts: 1,551 Thanks: 224 Thanked 493 Times in 359 Posts	Had both but with the R75 MK2 I changed the R75 bumper for MK2 ZT bumper with MK1 mesh __________________ Jon C Living the dream MK IV VVTI Tiptronic TT Toyota Supra MG ZT 190+ BornTuesday, 10th July 2001 @ 09:01:10 259th ZT to run off the production line, out of 18,894 252nd ZT 190 + to be made out of 4,023 101st ZT in Solar Red (code: CEU) to be made out of 1,888

4th July 2019, 23:28	#21
MSS This is my second home Rover 75CDT, Jaguar XF-S 3.0V6, V'xhall Omega V6 Estate, Twintop 1.8VVT, Astra Estate and Corsa 1.2 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Suffolk Posts: 7,083 Thanks: 283 Thanked 624 Times in 440 Posts	IMO whether MK1 or MK2 is totally irrelevant at this stage - I just prefer one that runs well and is in good condition!

5th July 2019, 18:13	#27
Slaya Loves to post MG ZT V6 160+, MG TF 135, Focus 1.6 Zetec Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Coventry Posts: 285 Thanks: 129 Thanked 68 Times in 50 Posts	Mk1 for me. Although the Mk2 front has grown on me lately.

5th July 2019, 19:32	#28
maxi_crawf Posted a thing or two R75 Saloon Conn CDT SE, MG ZT190+ Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Kingston-upon-Hull Posts: 1,960 Thanks: 823 Thanked 426 Times in 274 Posts	MKI for me, the 75 as well as my ZT, just looks right.