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MG ZT/Rover 75 – Classic Car How To Guides and Articles | Classic Motoring Magazine

As with so many other MG saloons, the ZT is based upon a regular range, in this case the Rover … More

guides, how to, mg zt, rover 75

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 zt 260, rock enterprises, V8

45 Hacks To Turn Back The Miles On A Car’s Appearance

If you’re like most people, your car is one of your most prized possessions. It’s ideal for keeping it in … More

cleaning car hacks

Car Roadwheel Terminology …. FYI

I’ve never been quite sure when reading about wheel specifications on exactly what was meant. I found this on the … More

Terminology, wheels

Diff and Gearbox Oil Change

Had the gearbox and diff oil changed at Austin Garages, Burton on Trent. I’m glad I didn’t do the job … More

Diff, mg zt 260, oil change, Xbox

Under Bonnet Fluid Checks

Just a thought to outline the regular checks required under the bonnet. Will need to check the owners handbook as … More

fluid checks, mg zt, rover 75

Rover 75 & MG ZT Owners Club | Data Sheets

Some great “how to” guides on the Rover 75 and MG ZT Owners Club website forum – you may have … More

how to, mg zt, rover 75

The Orange Clip

On all the advice forums connected with the MG ZT and Rover 75 it is recommended that you must fit … More

mg zt, orange clip, rover 75

Cleaning Aluminium Wheels – How to Do It Properly – DIY Auto Service

Brake dust is actually more of a reason why you need to do this type of car maintenance. Brake dust … More

car, wheels

Reset oil service light Rover 75 – Reset service light, reset oil life, maintenance light reset

The procedure how to reset all the requested warning lights on Rover 75 is to do the following. How to … More

mg zt, reset, rover 75, service light

Red Rubber Grease

I’ve had the radiator out of my MGB whilst doing another job and although the last time i took it … More

maintenance, red rubber grease

How to clean windshield haze? Everything you need to know

Have a hazy and streaked windshield? This is a safety hazard, learn how to clean windshield haze and prevent it … More

cleaning, windscreen haze

The most common winter car failures and how to avoid them

Winter is hard on all of us. The cold weather, dark days, rain, snow and wind can leave the hardiest … More

car, maintenance

Clutch Reservoir Flush

At a recent visit to Austin Garages it was suggested – amongst other things – that I should refresh the … More

clutch fluid, mg zt

Pollen Filter and Clip Mod

When I checked the plenum drain a few weeks back I noticed then that the pollen filter looked a bit … More

mg zt, pollen filter

Free Ford Mustang Maintenance Schedules | Mustang Specs

Every Model. Every Year Free Ford Mustang Maintenance Schedules Downloadable PDF Versions of Every Mustang Maintenance Schedule We Could Find. … More

mustang, specs

Spark Plug Replacement

Changed the spark plugs today which for the 5-8 cylinders is pretty straight forward 1-4 a bit more tricky due … More

MGZT 260, spark plugs

E Type Jag 4.2 litre

When i went to collect my car from having the handbrake sorted this beauty was in for a service. The … More

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