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I know I'm raising my head above the parapet here, and may wll get shot at, but I'm very pleased to say that I have just put a deposit down on a ZT, an 04 plate with only 15k miles, in absolutely as-new condition, in British Racing Green. The previous owner used it as a weekend car only, with it being stored in a barn the rest of the time. He works for the National Trust in Wales and part-ex'd the car against a 4.6 ZT - which must be a good sign. (If it's anyone on here, let me know - the car is a credit to you!)
When I've raised this subject before, there have been some fairly vociferous anti-MG Rover comments. I guess I'm either going to prove all the MG bashers wrong or join your ranks if the car proves to be a problem! Either way, I'll let you know how it goes.
Best wishes to all for the New Year!
Edited by Pugugly {P} on 30/12/2007 at 19:31
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The only negative thing I can say is I'd kill for the 4.6 one !
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I've gone for the 2.5 V6 190 - which is a big step up in power from my 2.0 petrol Primera. I'm not looking forward to working out the mpg on a 2.5 - I certainly couldn't cope with the mpg of a 4.6!
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Congratulations - I;m sure the pair of you will be very happy together, I am with my MG! :-)
I got a fair few negative comments on here when I bought mine, and someone even suggested that I keep a running log of everything that goes wrong with it. I'm pleased to say that I've had to add virtually nothing to the list so far, in April I will have to tell everyone that she needed a new suspension control arm and brake discs, but suspension components are par for the course with most cars.
Enjoy and don't forget to tell us what she's like to drive!
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I had mine for two years and it was great. Well built, no problems and the V6 sounded marvelous
Hope you got the leather/Alcantara seats because they are without doubt the comfiest I have ever sat in. Ignore the knockers who knew somebodies aunties, cousins, mates, sister whose car was rubbish and enjoy it.
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Good for you, hope it gives you many miles of fun.
I have to have the loadspace of an estate and always liked the ZT estate. Still could be persuaded.....maybe. Or perhaps another Mondy, or a 5 series touring, or an X-type estate or.........What's that old saying ? " I used to be indecisive ....but now I'm not so sure ! "
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Congratulations - imo BRG is a great colour on the ZT and the 190 is a great drive. Recently myself I test drove a ZT260 (4.6 V8) and a Rover 75 V8. I too am sorely tempted....................
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Good man, hope it lives up to your expectations!
I was strongly tempted towards a blue 190+ a few months ago ( I think it needs the spoiler that comes in that trim level to break up the rear 'droop' and make it look a bit more pushy) but I bottled it due to concerns over spares, the cost of cambelt changes, and finding someone to do it. I still pay a little too much attention when I see them glide past though :)
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i think you have bought the best model in the best colour from what is obviously an impecable source
good luck
she sounds a beut
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I'm pleased for you too, i always thought they were a lovely motor, and different from the run of the mill.
Can't for the life of me understand all the Rover knockers (is that rude or just me?), I would have really liked a V8 meself and may yet cos the V8 bug is rearing its head again.
I too love BRG, proper old fashioned British colour.
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I too love BRG proper old fashioned British colour.
They're bringing back 'NHS hospital green' too I hear.
Mmmm MMMMMM.
:-P ;-)
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>> I too love BRG proper old fashioned British colour. They're bringing back 'NHS hospital green' too I hear. Mmmm MMMMMM. :-P ;-)
Thats not BRG thats pea green ,awful, dreadful, horrible green.
Will expect 200 lines by the morning. Or as written on my school reports SEE ME.
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i got
not firing on all four cylinders :-( in my last report
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Thanks to all for your positive comments. As promised, I will let you know how I get on with the car and whether I have any problems.
In answer to a couple of posts, it has the best spec as far as I'm concerned (not biased obviously) - including the leather/alcantara combination, CD changer, dual zone climate control and, of course, the big rear wing (which my wife hates but I think looks fabulous).
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the big rear wing (which my wife hates
Your wife clearly has excellent taste.
Of course that's why she married you ;-)
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Congrats on your perchase primera man!
Being an owner of a ZR I can say that it may not be as refined as similar cars in it's class but it's a joy to drive.
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