So, an update on the MGF. The car has now been sold part-exchange for the Audi A8 with a V8 (yes, a V8.).
I still have the TF for top-down enjoyment :0
For updates on the MG see here.
MG MGF Update 2 – Now Sold (Part Exchange)
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MG MGF Update 1 – List of things to do…
For all those that don’t know – you may want to have a quick read over the following post which will bring you up to speed: https://tobywhite.de/blog/?page_id=12484
This is as much a to-do list for me as it is for you to keep up to speed with what needs doing.
It’s just flown through an MOT (to my surprise) so no panic then.
- Exhaust blowing and CAT probably on way out but backbox certainly needs looking at. But only comment on MOT was that the backbox was blowing – on the backburner now then…
- I would like to fit stainless coolant pipes and replace the coolant header tank (filthy as result of HGF; yes, been there and had that before I bought!)
- Rust! There is a fair amount of rust on the n/s door and around window frame. I have paint so just need to destroy that rust!
- Windscreen seal has had it and needs replacing
- Rear bumper is cracked and needs replacing (not critical, only cosmetic)
- Suspension needs pumping up!
- Electrics are good!
Here’s a pic of the car up on some ramps. I attacked all obvious points with copious amounts of WD40, spray grease, and treated the hood with AutoGlym Hood Cleaner and Protector.
Bluey on ramps
MG Progress Update 1 – The stereo works, and other things!
After having taken the car back to the garage (thank goodness we got it with warranty aye) and have the friendly mechanics look at it they discovered that the muppet who had it before decided he’d try mounting an amp on each speaker. This is possible, but he’d screwed up royally and there was no sound at all.
The head unit worked, but no sound. So the mechanics ended up rewiring the whole system. This would have cost a few pennies to say the least.
They also fixed the ignition issue whereby the car wouldn’t start all the time – this was due to a loose connection to the switch or inside it. They took it apart and sorted that out too.
I can wholly recommend Graham Hilton Cars (Stevenage Road Garage Ltd.) – they’re service is fab. My Corsa, previously my parent’s car, also came from the garage.
Next steps… physical improvements. New MG Badges!