I have already fitted a rechargeable torch and accessory socket but will relook at the wiring now I have found … More
Author: steve livesley
A retired engineer and a classic car enthusiast when i find some relevant or interesting information I add them as posts to my various blogs for future reference ........ I am no expert on these topics just a keen enthusiast but I hope they will be of interest to others with a similar interest
TOAF | MG-Rover.org Forums
Another source of user information about the TOAF software. https://www.mg-rover.org/threads/mg-zt-rover-75-common-questions-problems-and-how-tos.160038/page-4#post-8450161 and …… https://www.mg-rover.org/search/203390/?q=Toaf&o=relevance
GOV.UK – Enter the registration number of the vehicle
A useful source of information before buying any motor and there are links to looking at all the previous mot … More
IPK Changer Software – The 75 and ZT Owners Club Forums
A nice bit of software that checks and can make some changes to the IPK / instrument cluster. A link … More
MGZT 260 original front springs
Genuine Rover 75 V8 MG ZT ZT260 Pair Front Road Coil Springs – part no. REB000590PR. Note that the Rover … More
ZT260 – known issues – “Rock Enterprises” Column
An interesting short article summarising some of the common problems and fixes with the MG ZT 260s and Rover V8s. … More
MG Rover Website | WAY BACK MACHINE
It’s interesting that you can still view the MG Rover website using the WAY BACK MACHINE. An extract from the … More
Fix-a-Flat 20 oz. for Large Tires | Emergency Flat Tire Repair
My cans that came with the car have an expiry date of 2005 so thought might be best to replace … More
For Sale – Rover 75 V8 / MGZT 260 V8
for sale a really interesting car. It is the Prototype Rover 75 V8 (Vin 185) that is actually registered as … More
Austin Garages eBay Shop
Apart from Austin Garages being a recognised place for repairs it has a well stocked ebay shop for many popular … More
Mustang Underdrive Pulleys | Steeda & ASP
Steeda’s underdrive pulleys slow down accessory speed by about 25% reducing parasitic accessory drag on the engine. This drag reduction … More
ZT/75 Airbag Light On!
I know this is a common fault with these cars and that the usual cause of the problem are the … More
JMA Cars – MG ZT & Rover 75 Specialists
Trading for over 25 years JMA Cars have earnt a reputation for their expertise with the Rover 75 & MG … More
V8 Air filter mod
There are suggestions on recent facebook posts that the air filter nose located on the drivers side wing restricts air … More
Griffin Head weekly car meet – Notts
Another good turn out at the Griffin Head at Papplewick. A wide selection of cars with food, beer and ice … More
Rover 75 instrument cluster Speedo. – Cluster Repairs UK
Common faults Mileage counter showing all 9s. Warning buzzer failure. Intermittent Speedo and/or rev counter. OBL LCD pixelated. Fuel gauge … More
How to operate BMW MKIV Navigation Destinations – Bimmernav Online Store
https://store.bimmernav.com/blogs/how-to-guides/how-to-operate-bmw-mkiv-navigation-destinations Both Regular searching of destinations and Destination+ are available via the GPS-Navigation menu of the BMW MKIV navigation computer. Think of … More
Classics Pollute Less than New Electric Cars!
Driving Old Cars is Better for the Environment Old cars pollute less than new ones! New cars are worse for … More
Griffins Head, Notts – every Wednesday
Update your BMW Navigation software – Bimmernav
To properly upgrade your software you should visit a BMW dealer and request them to update your Navigation software. If … More
Derby Car and Bike Meet – 28th July 2022
Boconnoc steam fair
Today Sam and I took a trip out in the convertible to the Boconnoc steam fair. Thus is held every … More
MG ZT Moulded Boot Mat
Been looking out for an original MG Rover boot mat for a while but they seem to be very rare … More
History: When Rover Met BMW
At the beginning of the year 1994, Rover Group was sold to BMW for £800m (£1.3b in 2022). Behind the … More
CTEK ….. a great little battery charger
I do not use my MG ZT 260 as often as I would like so inevitably the battery slowly loses … More
