Possibility of changing/replacing engines?

rond · 11th February 2023, 06:51

Hi all,

My lovely 1.8 2005 model (forever Rover) has died!!!. I have had quotes to redo the engine and was floored at the price to say the least . I love this vehicle but sadly i either need to sell it ( give it away) OR if at all possible try replace its original 1.8 Turbo engine with another vehicles engine. Does anyone out there know of which replacement engines I can use that necessitates the least amount of technical challenges. Any and all ideas are welcome. I have no problem using Japanese or Korean engines. P.S. I live in South Africa.)

Thanks in anticipation

Rond

Terry00H · 11th February 2023, 07:41

Hi,
The pre 2014 MG 1.8T engine will work , I’ve had one put in my Rover 75.It’s essentially the same engine but with all the K series problems sorted. A couple of things need changing . The oil rail needs to be modified and there is a sensor on the MG 6 engine block that is not on the Rover . For this a small blanking plate needs making up to go over the hole where it went. Don’t let this put you off as it’s a nuts and bolts job for a mechanic who knows what they are doing and it’s easier than all that’s involved with a head gasket change.

I’m not mechanical minded so can’t advise much more but have a look at my post a few days ago on Owning a Rover in a ULEZ zone. The coolant alarm is a very useful addition.

All the best.

Terry00H · 11th February 2023, 09:51

Hi ,

I should have said the engine from a pre 2014 MG 6 car !

11th February 2023, 06:51	#1
rond Newbie Rover 75 Saloon Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Gandia Posts: 7 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Possibility of changing/replacing engines? Hi all, My lovely 1.8 2005 model (forever Rover) has died!!!. I have had quotes to redo the engine and was floored at the price to say the least . I love this vehicle but sadly i either need to sell it ( give it away) OR if at all possible try replace its original 1.8 Turbo engine with another vehicles engine. Does anyone out there know of which replacement engines I can use that necessitates the least amount of technical challenges. Any and all ideas are welcome. I have no problem using Japanese or Korean engines. P.S. I live in South Africa.) Thanks in anticipation Rond

11th February 2023, 07:41	#2
Terry00H Newbie Rover 75 Tourer Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: London Posts: 29 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post	Engine swap Hi, The pre 2014 MG 1.8T engine will work , I’ve had one put in my Rover 75.It’s essentially the same engine but with all the K series problems sorted. A couple of things need changing . The oil rail needs to be modified and there is a sensor on the MG 6 engine block that is not on the Rover . For this a small blanking plate needs making up to go over the hole where it went. Don’t let this put you off as it’s a nuts and bolts job for a mechanic who knows what they are doing and it’s easier than all that’s involved with a head gasket change. I’m not mechanical minded so can’t advise much more but have a look at my post a few days ago on Owning a Rover in a ULEZ zone. The coolant alarm is a very useful addition. All the best.

11th February 2023, 09:51	#3
Terry00H Newbie Rover 75 Tourer Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: London Posts: 29 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post	Engine swap Hi , I should have said the engine from a pre 2014 MG 6 car !