MG ZS Saloon (2001 - 2004) 2.0 + TD 4d (2003/03) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
It says you bothered to find a sporty car that is cheap to run and don't care what those who know no better think.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
I don't care what they think
Would you buy this car again and why?
Absolutely. It's dead easy and cheap to get 150 BHP out of these and with max torque at 2000 rpm there's always instant go.
What are you likely to buy next?
Likely to keep this until it disintegrates around me as I can't think of a better car.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£2,300
When did you buy the car?
September 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
Paid the market rate.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Wanted a non-common rail diesel that's nice to drive.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Old school rock hard suspension and handles exceptionally well for it. This is the model that went BTCC racing and it shows.
What's it like to park?
Same as any other car.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Very reliable. No issues in 6 months.
What's most practical about your car?
40mpg on local running.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Big "extreme" spoiler.