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Old 5th October 2019, 17:14   #1
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Just been told there is a MGF for sale in next street to me. Know nothing about it other than it's a 1800 petrol. Any one interested i will find out price and put up some photos.
P.S. Just been over to look at it, W445ADW Red Convertable 71,000mls last M.O.T.
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Old 7th October 2019, 20:18   #2
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Right now, MGFs are about as cheap as they can get. If its head gasket has been replaced properly, and it's not rusty, you could get a fun little car that will only appreciate. 1.8i is less complex/more reliable than VVC, but the tractability and power of the VVC makes it the best to drive. Hydragas suspension gives ride comfort to a superbly balanced sports car. Makes an MX5 feel ordinary!
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Old 8th October 2019, 10:35   #3
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F or TF is a choice you make after driving both. Personally I prefer the TF hence why I bought one last year. Just make sure its been well looked after.

Front suspension arms are £65 each and will rot if not protected. To fit then you have to drop the front sub frame a few inches to get it done.

Make sure the head gasket has been done and had a few years to see if its been a good job. I would not trust a gasket that was done a month ago. Might just have been a poor job and other problems may still exist. Mine was done in 2010 so had 8 years of unblemished performance.

As always, buy the very best one you can afford. A £700 bargain can soon turn into a £2000 car. When I bought mine the bills proved that the owner had done everything possible to keep it in top condition. He wanted £1895 and we agreed on a deal for £1500. All it has needed is the basic service items and a new pair of rear brake pads. It’s so reliable We we’re happy to do a 900 mile tour of Wales and Ireland last summer. Furthermore having room front and back for luggage makes it almost practical too. I looked at the Toyota MR2 but there was no storage at all and therefore no good for a big trip away.

The drive and handling is a revelation. Enjoy.
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