Opinions on 75 upgrades etc:

gadget1960 · 22nd December 2018, 18:52

OK... so I'm hoping to purchase some 18'' rims and tyres at some point for my 75 club cdt, i think the MG ZT 11 spoke wheels are by far the best choice for this car imo.
I'm not looking to change the car as I'm pretty smitten with it tbh and have plans for a re-map, suspension upgrade, poly-bush suspension components etc: but I like the idea of retro fitting some parts from other / higher spec models such as ... the rear spoiler!
I'm probably in for a bit of stick here and I can already hear shouts of ...'buy a ZT and be done with it', to me it's all about making my 75 a bit more individual with some well chosen parts that were available from the factory ie: the rear spoiler, twin bumper exhaust trim, headlight upgrade, chrome door handle shells, and maybe some one off custom made parts like a stainless mesh front grill and so on.
I know I shouldn't be swayed or indeed bothered by other peeps opinions but I welcome any views / opinions / suggestions / and criticism.
so ... into the Lions den!

FLYING BANANA · 22nd December 2018, 19:00

Your car, your money and your choice. Listen to the suggestions then do your own thing.

I got a bit of stick about the work that I have had done to Banana, but I like the work carried out. Makes her that bit “special” to me.

suzublu · 22nd December 2018, 19:03

What you need is a Sports Executive

gadget1960 · 22nd December 2018, 19:10

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Originally Posted by suzublu

What you need is a Sports Executive

That is just perfect... pretty much what I had in mind really, just some nice tasteful upgrades and maybe some one off custom touches here 'n' there.
Where did you get the stainless door trims? never seen them advertised anywhere, think they look fantastic.

marinabrian · 22nd December 2018, 19:11

11 spokes look fab on a 75 or ZT............two of my 75's and the ZT have 11 spokes fitted

Brian

MSS · 22nd December 2018, 19:17

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Originally Posted by marinabrian

11 spokes look fab on a 75 or ZT............two of my 75's and the ZT have 11 spokes fitted

Brian

I agree. Pure class.

gadget1960 · 22nd December 2018, 19:17

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Originally Posted by marinabrian

11 spokes look fab on a 75 or ZT............two of my 75's and the ZT have 11 spokes fitted

Brian

Indeed Brian... they are a bit special and suit the car to a T.

suzublu · 22nd December 2018, 19:19

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Originally Posted by gadget1960

That is just perfect... pretty much what I had in mind really, just some nice tasteful upgrades and maybe some one off custom touches here 'n' there.
Where did you get the stainless door trims? never seen them advertised anywhere, think they look fantastic.

Imported from the US, but some people use chrome vinyl wrap

LotusLC · 22nd December 2018, 19:22

I keep messing with my cars, only because i like to be a bit different.
I have now fitted 11 spokes as they suit the cars perfect.

stevestrat · 22nd December 2018, 19:24

Out of everything you listed the twin bumper exhaust trim will more than likely give the biggest problem unless you can get one made or make one yourself. Right hand exhaust trims are extremely rare and when they do come on the market command a suitable price. The spoiler is very much a marmite thing, either love them or hate them, some refer to the boomerang spoiler as a "pram handle"!

22nd December 2018, 18:52	#1
gadget1960 Gets stuck in Rover 75 saloon Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Maxton, Dover Posts: 519 Thanks: 183 Thanked 132 Times in 89 Posts	Opinions on 75 upgrades etc: OK... so I'm hoping to purchase some 18'' rims and tyres at some point for my 75 club cdt, i think the MG ZT 11 spoke wheels are by far the best choice for this car imo. I'm not looking to change the car as I'm pretty smitten with it tbh and have plans for a re-map, suspension upgrade, poly-bush suspension components etc: but I like the idea of retro fitting some parts from other / higher spec models such as ... the rear spoiler! I'm probably in for a bit of stick here and I can already hear shouts of ...'buy a ZT and be done with it', to me it's all about making my 75 a bit more individual with some well chosen parts that were available from the factory ie: the rear spoiler, twin bumper exhaust trim, headlight upgrade, chrome door handle shells, and maybe some one off custom made parts like a stainless mesh front grill and so on. I know I shouldn't be swayed or indeed bothered by other peeps opinions but I welcome any views / opinions / suggestions / and criticism. so ... into the Lions den!

22nd December 2018, 19:00	#2
FLYING BANANA Moderator/Club Shop MG ZT 1.8t+. No.3 of 4 in Sunspot Yellow & Ford Fiesta in Black. Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Rattler Farm Posts: 22,565 Thanks: 9,270 Thanked 15,645 Times in 6,806 Posts	Your car, your money and your choice. Listen to the suggestions then do your own thing. I got a bit of stick about the work that I have had done to Banana, but I like the work carried out. Makes her that bit “special” to me. __________________ 233,431. That’s our second meet done, no.3 next weekend. onen hag oll

22nd December 2018, 19:22	#9
LotusLC This is my second home MG ZT CDTi Auto / ZT-T Trophy Blue Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: York Posts: 3,981 Thanks: 3,329 Thanked 1,644 Times in 1,238 Posts	I keep messing with my cars, only because i like to be a bit different. I have now fitted 11 spokes as they suit the cars perfect. __________________ Lotus Carlton - Number 852 (My old car) https://i.imgur.com/Cwa3376m.jpg

22nd December 2018, 19:24	#10
stevestrat This is my second home ZT260 #243 (resting) Join Date: May 2010 Location: Prestonpans Posts: 22,480 Thanks: 650 Thanked 4,624 Times in 3,358 Posts	Out of everything you listed the twin bumper exhaust trim will more than likely give the biggest problem unless you can get one made or make one yourself. Right hand exhaust trims are extremely rare and when they do come on the market command a suitable price. The spoiler is very much a marmite thing, either love them or hate them, some refer to the boomerang spoiler as a "pram handle"! __________________ Steve T4 Location Map

22nd December 2018, 19:03	#3
suzublu This is my second home rover 75 1.8 vvc club se wedgwood blue Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Seaton Carew Posts: 26,920 Thanks: 65 Thanked 7,142 Times in 4,642 Posts	What you need is a Sports Executive

22nd December 2018, 19:11	#5
marinabrian MG ZT Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne Posts: 20,151 Thanks: 3,565 Thanked 10,837 Times in 5,718 Posts	11 spokes look fab on a 75 or ZT............two of my 75's and the ZT have 11 spokes fitted Brian