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information, tech, specs, news and reviews for the MG ZT and Rover 75 classic cars including repairs, servicing, upgrades and the diy modifications on my own MGZT. I am no expert on these cars just a keen enthusiast ….. and I hope this collection of posts will be of interest to others with a similar interest

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Under Bonnet Fluid Checks

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

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…

how to, mg zt, rover 75

Fitting MG7 Mudflaps to the mk1 Rover 75 / MG ZT

The MG7 is the car that the Chinese first produced after MG Rover closed down – it was basically a…

mg zt, mudguards, rover 75

Timms BMW E31 E32 Torch Repair Rejuvenation new batteries and LED Bulb

This is basically the same torch as used by MG Rover. That’s the standard BMW torch used in the E31…

BMW, mg rover, torch

MG Rover stock at SMC High Wycombe 2006

Published recently on social media an interesting newspaper ad showing the stock that SMC had for sale back in 2006.…

SMC garages

Sleepers: Biggest wolves in sheep’s clothing cars | Autocar

there is a whole group of cars that conceal powerful drivetrains under the sheet metal of a mundane family hauler, like…

sleeper car

Auxillary power source and torch

The optional rechargeable torch accessory that you will probably never use and 12v socket inside the centre cubby console. The…

accessories, mg rover

For Sale – 2004 Grey MG ZT 4.6 260 V8 SE 4dr for sale for £10950

Low mileage, rare beastie! Next MOT due 29/05/2022, Part service history, Grey, 2 owners, £10,950 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202106234140952

for sale, mg zt 260 se

Classic Car & Motorbike Show | Hurt Arms Ambergate | Derbyshire | 1st July

Our classic and vintage show has moved from our sister venue the White Hart Inn to The Hurt Arms! There…

classic car, show

Rechargeable MG Rover Cubby Torch

Got hold of a bmw cubby torch from eBay. It is the same as the MG torch apart from the…

mg rover, torch

For Sale – 2006 (56) – MG ZT 4.6 V8 260 4dr … 23k miles, non SE

Rare opportunity to own a future classic and a great investment! One of the last registered she is a 2006/56…

for sale, mg zt 260

My MG ZT Interior Spec Code WSC

WSC – Gunsmoke Grey Alcantara The steering wheel, drivers air bag, centre console, glovebox cover, door card fabric, door card arm…

codes, interior, mg zt

SMC Rover in High Wycombe closes – AROnline

A press release from February 2009 of a landmark High Wycombe garage that will close its doors for the final time.…

SMC garages

Top 25 Classic Car Blogs and Websites To Follow in 2021

I would like to personally congratulate you as your blog MG ZT info mods and maintenance has been selected by our panelist…

blog, feedspot

Boot Lid Warning Triangle

After getting hold of an accessories brochure I spotted that this option was at one time available. Seems a sensible…

mg rover, warning triangle

Ford 4.6 Modular V8 Guide: A Key Piece of the Ford Modular V8 Family | Lethal Performance

Ford invested a lot of cash into the engine’s development, so they had to make sure it paid off. The…

ford mustang

Fitting a Fire Extinguisher

MG Rover had a fire extinguisher listed in the accessories brochure. If I come across one at an auto-jumble or…

fire extinguisher, mg rover

Drivers Grab Handle

An easily reversible Project Drive victim. Plenty of these grab handles available from various sources. Simply remove the screw covers…

grab handle, project drive

Project Drive – AROnline

Cost-cutting is rife throughout the industry, but it seemed to affect MG Rover more than any other marque in recent…

mg rover, project drive

Seat Belt Anchor Bolt Covers

One of the victims of Project Drive were the removal of the seat belt anchor bolt covers. Not greatly noticeable…

mg zt, project drive, rover 75

Manual Rear Sunblind Instructios

I fitted a sunblind in the back window. It was a manual one rather than electric mainly because it’s so…

mg rover, rear sunblind

Reading Automobile Tire Wear(Different kinds of tire wear and how to check it)

Check your tires condition and take a look at different tire wear situations caused by various circumstances! The post Reading…

tyres

LED bulbs in Illuminated Sunvisor

Having recently fitted an illuminated sunblind i was a bit disappointed with the brightness of the light. So I found…

mg rover, sunvisors

Ford 4.6L 2/3/4-valve V8 Engine Specs, Problems, Reliability as used in Mustang GT, F-150, Cobra and MG ZT 260

Ford’s Modular 4.6 V8 has earned a highly positive reputation amongst owners in terms of reliability and longevity. The engine…

4.6 modular, ford mustang

Rear Window Sunblind

A great accessory as listed in the accessory brochure of the time. Found one on eBay, quick to fit. I…

rear sunblind

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