Steve

Baytree wrote: wrote:

Hello all, I am in the early stages of researching to buy an MG TF for my wife.  Price range up to £3,000 but prefer less.  I understand there were some additional safety and handling features introduced for the 2005 model year. which I believe was the last year of Rover production  How do I identify a model with these updates, worried may buy a 2004 model which was first registered in 2005.  Am I worrying too much about seeking a 2005 model, should I buy a 2003 model at half the price.  Many thanks for any help.  I also use a motorcycle and a motorhome forum so understand how irritating it is when a newbie asks a question then disappears so will my my best not to do that. 

One thing to beware of with later model TF is the company was in decline and had adopted project drive, this meant that a lot of the body protection processes were deleted so rust is a major issue in the newer models, in fact the MK1 F can be less rusty underneath than most TF, of course you may find a garage queen that is in excellent condition but my advice is regardless of what the exterior looks like check thoroughly underneath before parting with any cash.

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