What I did with my Rover 75/MG ZT today?

[Mr_Shed]

Originally Posted by MangoMan

Did this........




See more here: http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...9&postcount=78

Looking very nice

[Bloomers]

I waxed my ZTT for the first time in a year and did a bit of paint correction where someone must of used a brick or chisel to do some tar removal.

Paint quality is upgraded to poor, from dreadful

[Alan123]

I changed bottom wishbone pinch bolts today cuz the others were realy rusty. all shiney and new now

[MangoMan]

Gave the 'Beast' a wash, vacuum & a bit of a polish today and then put her to 'bed-e-byes' - aaaaaaahhhh sweet......



NB. Don't worry, there are wool blankets under the cover...

[doopydug]

I am needing a cover for mine, Bill - is that one waterproof do you know?

[alanjay]

Today a picked up my Connie Tourer from her MOT, clean sheet and no advisories, so went for a celebratory drive, any excuse to enjoy my 75.

[Mr_Shed]

Funny enough I was thinking of one of these to save washing every weekend as she doesn't get used much in week. Is it breathable, do you get much issue with rubbing on paintwork?

[MangoMan]

Hi there....

As far as the Cover goes first of all it is not completely waterproof with heavy rain, it does permeate somewhat, although it does filter the rain so you don't get dirt of watermarks. But it is with light showers or dew etc. Of course it does protect from dust, leaves and bird droppings very well!

With regard to marks being left, yes it does - but I only find it on the front wing tops mostly, but these are easily removed using a good cleaner-wax. (I use Meguiars Cleaner-Wax). But I will say these only appear after extended use, (4-5 days) and when it's windy.

But it does the job and well worth the money in my opinion.

I've left it once for about 10 days and all it needed was a quick wipe-down and a bit of polishing where needed. But in 20 minutes you're good to go and it looks just like it's come from a valet! And this was in winter! In actual fact the picture below was taken just after that sort of thing...... See for yourself!



This is the Cover I bought - It was a bit cheaper when I bout it about 3 years ago now, I think it was about 37 quid then.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/3906222563...84.m1436.l2649

Look, it's not perfect, but then it's cheaper than building a garage or getting the really top quality ones that cost in the region on 250 to 300 pounds!!!

All I can say is I'm glads I have it.....


ps. As far as breathable - I've never found moisture under the cover, even when left after rain and the outside is dry.

[Mr_Shed]

Originally Posted by MangoMan

Hi there....

As far as the Cover goes first of all it is not completely waterproof with heavy rain, it does permeate somewhat, although it does filter the rain so you don't get dirt of watermarks. But it is with light showers or dew etc. Of course it does protect from dust, leaves and bird droppings very well!

With regard to marks being left, yes it does - but I only find it on the front wing tops mostly, but these are easily removed using a good cleaner-wax. (I use Meguiars Cleaner-Wax). But I will say these only appear after extended use, (4-5 days) and when it's windy.

But it does the job and well worth the money in my opinion.

I've left it once for about 10 days and all it needed was a quick wipe-down and a bit of polishing where needed. But in 20 minutes you're good to go and it looks just like it's come from a valet! And this was in winter! In actual fact the picture below was taken just after that sort of thing...... See for yourself!



This is the Cover I bought - It was a bit cheaper when I bout it about 3 years ago now, I think it was about 37 quid then.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/3906222563...84.m1436.l2649

Look, it's not perfect, but then it's cheaper than building a garage or getting the really top quality ones that cost in the region on 250 to 300 pounds!!!

All I can say is I'm glads I have it.....


ps. As far as breathable - I've never found moisture under the cover, even when left after rain and the outside is dry.

Hi Mangoman,

Thank you for the information I shall definatly look into that as my poor car gets dirty over the week sitting idle so would make sense to keep worst off at least. . Certainly works for your well presented car.

Tbh we would all love a heated garage but we don't all have that luxury, can't even find a decent garage round my way as everybody filling them with stuff they will never use for next ten plus years.

Oe further question does it fold up into a reasonable size, ie so could put in boot?

Tony.

[MangoMan]

Originally Posted by Mr_Shed

Hi Mangoman,

Thank you for the information I shall definatly look into that as my poor car gets dirty over the week sitting idle so would make sense to keep worst off at least. . Certainly works for your well presented car.

Tbh we would all love a heated garage but we don't all have that luxury, can't even find a decent garage round my way as everybody filling them with stuff they will never use for next ten plus years.

Oe further question does it fold up into a reasonable size, ie so could put in boot?

Tony.

Yes, it comes in a bag about one foot by one foot and about 5 inches thick...