MG TF (2002 - 2005) 1.8 Spark (135ps) 2d (2004/54) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Like to have a bit of fun when driving, nice to be patriotic!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
It continues to get attention, friend of a friend called it a 'sweet ride'. I liked that.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No, only because my next car will need to have space and be boring. My days of driving a 2 seater are numbered.
What are you likely to buy next?
Some sort of diesel estate, bound to disappoint and make me miss the MG.
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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?
£0
When did you buy the car?
November 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
Had an excellent deal due to the time of year and seller needing a quick sale.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Always wanted one and it was now or never.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Really good, awesome gear change - tight and precise! Engine is perfect, overtaking is easy. Suspension is hard but I put Uniroyal Rainsport tyres on it which softened the ride. Car leans slightly on the tyre wall now but is a far better place to be.
What's it like to park?
Easy enough, even better with the roof down.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
The alternator went and a wheel bearing also let go. That's it!
What's most practical about your car?
Car wasn't bought for practicality, but, for the kind of car it is, it has an excellent sized boot, tons of passenger leg space (I'm 6.3ft and cannot touch the end with my feet), few cubby holes.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Hard top. Makes things a lot cosier!
