my hearts no longer in it - Page 2

Reebs · 7th August 2013, 19:08

Carla, what you have to remember is that all of our cars are now at least eight years old and have seen some action. Very few cars will look showroom spec at this age.

Your Monogram Typhoon is an eye catcher and will always turn heads. My ZT-T also needs work as I have peeling lacquer on the front bumper, but I still love it.

Stick with it, and get yourself to a meet, you'll soon get some favourable feedback

FrazzleTC · 7th August 2013, 19:11

That looks brilliant after your hardwork. I've never seen a real car, ie one that's actually used, which looks as good in reality as it does in a photo. When I got my 2000, I was really bothered about any chips, rust bubbles, and little dents, but, now, the way I see it is that I use it as much as I can, look after it as well as I can, but cars always age, so it's to be expected. 75s and ZTs seem to clean up so well, even if they've been very poorly treated in the past!

carlalou · 7th August 2013, 19:17

thankyou all, i honestly mean that.

i have just taken a few of the bad bits, although it was pretty trickey as it was so shiney.

she is used every day, she is our family car with 3 little rugrats in tow

paul d · 7th August 2013, 19:17

Hi Carla

As i know only to well these cars can be a pain but as you say you bought it in a sorry state & from the pictures at the moment it isn't too bad at all.

At least it's mechanicaly sound (i'd have given my right arm for that) If you've got it the best you can for now then use the car, keep it running right & get the dosh together for a spray job even if it takes a while. You end up with the car "right" in the long run.

Not all of us are lucky enough to get our hands on "minters" & there's probably a lot on here who have taken quite a while to get their cars to the condition they are.

If you go to meets & anyone genuinly "picks" on the car then they're not the kind of folks i'd want to associate with. Don't we go to meets to get together with like minded people, have a laugh & enjoy ourselves, not to worry about what others think.

I had supportive comment, understanding & help as well as the neighsayers when i was in a similar situation recently & decided i'd "go for it" no matter how long it takes. I'm still in "phase 1" with loads more to go.

Stick with it Gal.

Regards

Paul

DC53 LSY · 7th August 2013, 19:24

Most of that would disappear with a good machine polish and some localised colour-sanding. Do you know any good detailers?

Canonite · 7th August 2013, 19:35

I'm taking mine to detailer Steves Cleanz in Tamworth. The stuff he can do with paintwork can totally transform your cars appearance.
http://stevescleenz.co.uk/index.php/...nt-correction/

Typhoon is very expensive paint to buy for corrective work like scuffs etc.
Videos of his work can be seen here:

Reebs · 7th August 2013, 19:45

Here you go Carla, proof that you are not alone

pab · 7th August 2013, 19:54

I've seen the Typhoon, it looked presentable enough to me. I suppose we could all highlight imperfections on our cars, but as previously stated most are daily runners and are all going to have the odd blemish.

paul d · 7th August 2013, 20:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by pab

I've seen the Typhoon, it looked presentable enough to me. I suppose we could all highlight imperfections on our cars, but as previously stated most are daily runners and are all going to have the odd blemish.

I've seen it quite a lot & compared to the first time now is 100+% better. As you say as most are daily runners so going to have a few cuts & bruises. I know mine has & do i care NOT A JOT. Now the mechanicals (phase 1) are nearly sorted it will be the daily car, i'll be able to USE it again.

Vanity or Sanity, To me Carla it's better than its ever been Enjoy it..!!

Regards

Paul

generic_username · 7th August 2013, 20:25

I can relate to what you're saying CarlaLou. When I clean my car properly it's a several hour job and I can still look at it and think 'meh'!

The majority of the scuffs you've posted aren't significant and in regards to the the front bumper - I expect 99% of everyone on here has similar!

Your car exterior looks top! My only suggestion, bordering on being made for the sake of it, is possibly back to blacking the plastics/ rubbers around the window and the mudguards and putting some tyre shine on?.

7th August 2013, 19:08	#11
Reebs Owners Club Director Rover 75 Conn SE V6 / MG ZT 260 SE V8 / MG ZT 180 SE V6 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Southampton Posts: 20,941 Thanks: 645 Thanked 6,851 Times in 2,537 Posts	Carla, what you have to remember is that all of our cars are now at least eight years old and have seen some action. Very few cars will look showroom spec at this age. Your Monogram Typhoon is an eye catcher and will always turn heads. My ZT-T also needs work as I have peeling lacquer on the front bumper, but I still love it. Stick with it, and get yourself to a meet, you'll soon get some favourable feedback __________________ Check your trim here . Check your spec here Check your colour here . Check Project Drive here Check your original price here

7th August 2013, 19:11	#12
FrazzleTC This is my second home Rover 75 Tourer Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Staffordshire Moorlands Posts: 7,924 Thanks: 533 Thanked 1,178 Times in 920 Posts	That looks brilliant after your hardwork. I've never seen a real car, ie one that's actually used, which looks as good in reality as it does in a photo. When I got my 2000, I was really bothered about any chips, rust bubbles, and little dents, but, now, the way I see it is that I use it as much as I can, look after it as well as I can, but cars always age, so it's to be expected. 75s and ZTs seem to clean up so well, even if they've been very poorly treated in the past! __________________ 1967 Rover 2000 Automatic 1969 Rover 3500 Series One 1979 Scimitar GTE 2013 Mercedes SLK250 CDI

7th August 2013, 19:17	#13
carlalou Posted a thing or two MG ZT-T 190 Biomorphic Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: coventry Posts: 1,473 Thanks: 231 Thanked 136 Times in 81 Posts	thankyou all, i honestly mean that. i have just taken a few of the bad bits, although it was pretty trickey as it was so shiney. she is used every day, she is our family car with 3 little rugrats in tow __________________ membership number 001735 http://i1317.photobucket.com/albums/...psf0c0d066.jpg

7th August 2013, 19:17	#14
paul d Posted a thing or two Rover 75 Saloon & Saab 93 'vert Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: coventry Posts: 1,378 Thanks: 199 Thanked 204 Times in 162 Posts	Hi Carla As i know only to well these cars can be a pain but as you say you bought it in a sorry state & from the pictures at the moment it isn't too bad at all. At least it's mechanicaly sound (i'd have given my right arm for that) If you've got it the best you can for now then use the car, keep it running right & get the dosh together for a spray job even if it takes a while. You end up with the car "right" in the long run. Not all of us are lucky enough to get our hands on "minters" & there's probably a lot on here who have taken quite a while to get their cars to the condition they are. If you go to meets & anyone genuinly "picks" on the car then they're not the kind of folks i'd want to associate with. Don't we go to meets to get together with like minded people, have a laugh & enjoy ourselves, not to worry about what others think. I had supportive comment, understanding & help as well as the neighsayers when i was in a similar situation recently & decided i'd "go for it" no matter how long it takes. I'm still in "phase 1" with loads more to go. Stick with it Gal. Regards Paul __________________ The Colour WAS CELESTIAL...! Meanwhile Back At The Ranch...!!!

7th August 2013, 19:24	#15
DC53 LSY Avid contributor MG ZT 190+ Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Blackpool Posts: 184 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Most of that would disappear with a good machine polish and some localised colour-sanding. Do you know any good detailers? __________________ With regards, John Last edited by DC53 LSY; 7th August 2013 at 19:27..

7th August 2013, 19:35	#16
Canonite This is my second home BMW 330d Tourer, MG ZT 180 SE XPG, VW Polo 6R 1.2 TDI Bluemotion Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: York Posts: 6,022 Thanks: 363 Thanked 574 Times in 319 Posts	I'm taking mine to detailer Steves Cleanz in Tamworth. The stuff he can do with paintwork can totally transform your cars appearance. http://stevescleenz.co.uk/index.php/...nt-correction/ Typhoon is very expensive paint to buy for corrective work like scuffs etc. Videos of his work can be seen here: Last edited by Canonite; 7th August 2013 at 19:53..

7th August 2013, 19:45	#17
Reebs Owners Club Director Rover 75 Conn SE V6 / MG ZT 260 SE V8 / MG ZT 180 SE V6 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Southampton Posts: 20,941 Thanks: 645 Thanked 6,851 Times in 2,537 Posts	Here you go Carla, proof that you are not alone __________________ Check your trim here . Check your spec here Check your colour here . Check Project Drive here Check your original price here

7th August 2013, 19:54	#18
pab Banned MG ZT V6 190+ Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Leeds Posts: 33,223 Thanks: 41 Thanked 1,614 Times in 1,416 Posts	I've seen the Typhoon, it looked presentable enough to me. I suppose we could all highlight imperfections on our cars, but as previously stated most are daily runners and are all going to have the odd blemish.

7th August 2013, 20:25	#20
generic_username Loves to post ZT 190+ Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: North Wales Posts: 366 Thanks: 22 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	I can relate to what you're saying CarlaLou. When I clean my car properly it's a several hour job and I can still look at it and think 'meh'! The majority of the scuffs you've posted aren't significant and in regards to the the front bumper - I expect 99% of everyone on here has similar! Your car exterior looks top! My only suggestion, bordering on being made for the sake of it, is possibly back to blacking the plastics/ rubbers around the window and the mudguards and putting some tyre shine on?. __________________ http://www.forum-signatures.com/wiza...dd490004cc.jpg My progress thread: http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...46#post1278046