A couple of gold stars for the 1.8 - Page 2

timborob · 28th September 2009, 21:25

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Originally Posted by red_rover

Well when you take HGF out of the equation - what problems does the 1.8K have? None to my knowledge.

In theory then - the 1.8K with a properly sorted head should be just, if not more, reliable than the 2.0 Diesel and the KV6s.

And thats the great thing about the k4 - cheapish tax, good mpg, better to drive thanks to the engine being considerably lighter than the other engines, easy & cheap servicing, long service intervals (15k or 1 year), theoretically should be less likely to suffer from early clutch & transmission failure and of course - less wear on the front tyres!

So although the 1.8 is deemed to be the worst engine - when you look at it overall - it could potentially be the cheapest to run and the most reliable!

Hear Hear!

I'm really hoping it turns out as you say!

petersrover · 28th September 2009, 21:49

I changed my 2.0 CDT auto for a 1.8T manual 5 weeks ago and I have to say I like it just as much. Getting a good return on mpg, plenty of acceleration, the diesel version may be more reliable with its BMW engine, but after driving the 1.8T I will not be changing back in a hurry.

v192mak · 28th September 2009, 23:05

I always thought the 1.8 was up to the job to be honest. My first 75 was a 1.8. The only engine I think that struggles is the 2.0 diesel in 116PS form and even worse with the auto.

Even had no trouble pulling our 800kg caravan either.

JP53 · 29th September 2009, 06:58

Lads, please lets tone it down a bit, otherwise 1.8 models will jump UP in price

I have to agree with the comments on this thread. I have owned 3 diesels, 1 V6 and a V6 auto and I'm more than satisfied with my 1.8.
It has had HGF (no damage to engine) however even taking this into account, for the mileage and condition of the car, it is still a bargain.

If Rover had fitted the upgraded head gasket from new I think many K series engined vehicles (Freelander, MGF/TF etc) would be valued a fair bit higher.

loanranger · 29th September 2009, 08:40

Good to hear your 75 performed well on your trip........i also have been on a trip at the weekend in my 1.8 full loaded boot as well from here in Kent ...to Charmouth in dorset
then down into devon without any problem's (touch wood) while the car doe's seem to go well.........i would like to get hold of a diesel connie as i do seem to put on the mile's just over 6000ml's in 5 month's but i agree just keep an eye on the oil &water and all is well
500mile's i did this weekend @ 65ltr's fuel.

Loanranger

Tom Collins · 29th September 2009, 09:27

My 1.8T always drove superbly. Great mixture of performance and economy. Just a shame it had that cut out bit of cornflakes packet between the block and the head.

Fine engine with it's reputation ruined by one simple problem.

Will never go back to a petrol now though.

timborob · 29th September 2009, 21:50

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tom Collins

My 1.8T always drove superbly. Great mixture of performance and economy. Just a shame it had that cut out bit of cornflakes packet between the block and the head.

Fine engine with it's reputation ruined by one simple problem.

Will never go back to a petrol now though.

Ha-Ha!
and I thought "slimey elastic" was a bad way to put that gasket!

29th September 2009, 06:58	#14
JP53 I really should get out more....... 2004 Rover 75 1.8 Connoisseur SE saloon. 'Eliza' Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Kidderminster Posts: 2,466 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Lads, please lets tone it down a bit, otherwise 1.8 models will jump UP in price I have to agree with the comments on this thread. I have owned 3 diesels, 1 V6 and a V6 auto and I'm more than satisfied with my 1.8. It has had HGF (no damage to engine) however even taking this into account, for the mileage and condition of the car, it is still a bargain. If Rover had fitted the upgraded head gasket from new I think many K series engined vehicles (Freelander, MGF/TF etc) would be valued a fair bit higher. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]Rover 75, dignity, quality, charm. "Eliza ... Where the devil are my slippers?"

29th September 2009, 08:40	#15
loanranger Avid contributor Rover 75 1.8 club se Join Date: May 2009 Location: Borough of Gravesham Kent Posts: 179 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Good to hear your 75 performed well on your trip........i also have been on a trip at the weekend in my 1.8 full loaded boot as well from here in Kent ...to Charmouth in dorset then down into devon without any problem's (touch wood) while the car doe's seem to go well.........i would like to get hold of a diesel connie as i do seem to put on the mile's just over 6000ml's in 5 month's but i agree just keep an eye on the oil &water and all is well 500mile's i did this weekend @ 65ltr's fuel. Loanranger __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Rover 75 1.8 club se reg 08 06 2000 present mileage 123.000mls Paintwork is in Wedgewood Blue with a ash grey cloth interior

29th September 2009, 09:27	#16
Tom Collins Posted a thing or two Mondeo 2.0 cdti Ghia Auto Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Leicester Posts: 1,731 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	My 1.8T always drove superbly. Great mixture of performance and economy. Just a shame it had that cut out bit of cornflakes packet between the block and the head. Fine engine with it's reputation ruined by one simple problem. Will never go back to a petrol now though. __________________ In vino veritas [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Does Magna Carta mean nothing to you? Did she die in vain?

28th September 2009, 21:49	#12
petersrover Avid contributor Rover 75 saloon 1.8 Turbo Connoisseur manual Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Suffolk Posts: 221 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I changed my 2.0 CDT auto for a 1.8T manual 5 weeks ago and I have to say I like it just as much. Getting a good return on mpg, plenty of acceleration, the diesel version may be more reliable with its BMW engine, but after driving the 1.8T I will not be changing back in a hurry.

28th September 2009, 23:05	#13
v192mak Banned Saloon V6 Connie SE & MG Rover T4 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Rotherham Posts: 186 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I always thought the 1.8 was up to the job to be honest. My first 75 was a 1.8. The only engine I think that struggles is the 2.0 diesel in 116PS form and even worse with the auto. Even had no trouble pulling our 800kg caravan either.