MG F 1.8i VVC 2d (1997/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
How much does that grin cost?
Costs
44mpg. Servicing not the worst I've come across.
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On the road
Driving
Foot down and wind in the hair, great for the summer. Handles surprisingly well in the wet too.
Performance
Big grins... it's the same car they use for 'Red Letter Days' at Silverstone. It will however, never be a Boxster.
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Living with it
Reliability
Don't even try to start it first time if there has been rain in the past fortnight.
Image
Comments of 'snip, snip', but still makes people look when it goes by.
Comfort
Feels every bump and pothole on the road. Then again, I wouldn't drive it from Plymouth to Arbroath out of choice.
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Security and Service
Security
Flashes alarm and immobilises. Lots of cloth and plastic over the back. However, no less secure than others if the tool of choice is a brick.
Service
Fond of changing things. Not sure whether or not this was because of an implied large wallet or if it was absolutely necessary.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
The dreaded head gasket failure last year. Wheel bearings and top joints failed, making for an expensive last MOT.
Other
Luckily not that many leaks from the roof, have heard worse from others. Don't put it into a carwash or pressure wash the air intakes without pots of cash!
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes