Request (for attention of mods): New Forum Section

Gigagator · 9th March 2020, 09:22

I know we are the Rover 75 and MG ZT Owners Club, and proud of it, but a lot of us have MGR models other than the 75 and ZT.

For instance we run a Rover 25 as a second car for my fiancee and it would be awesome if I could tap into the vast collective of knowledge on here for that model.

To that end, would it be possible to create a 'Other MGR Models' section on this forum so that we could entertain such requests?

Don't know how this will go down and I'm sure I'm missing obvious reasons not to but you don't get if you don't ask!

chris75 · 9th March 2020, 10:02

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Originally Posted by Gigagator

I know we are the Rover 75 and MG ZT Owners Club, and proud of it, but a lot of us have MGR models other than the 75 and ZT.

I 'd prefer this one to stay as the 75 &ZT owners club .

roverbarmy · 9th March 2020, 12:35

We MGR owners are a dying breed. My kids wouldn't have one (not cool!) but they never say "No" to a lift, when their more acceptable motors are not working for one reason or another!

Robson Rover Repair · 9th March 2020, 14:11

I personally would firmly oppose it.

This forum began from the mg-rover.org site.

Its specific to our 75 and zts. The best aspect of it is we are centrally focused on it.

Its not like there are not a million Facebook groups for the cars now days already and there are plenty of 25/45 zr/zs forums specialising in just those cars.

Activity on org died with the site being sold on and manipulated into being a money making sham. It's a shame as its a great resource, but no, with a site like that exsisting I absolutely don't feel we need a separate section in the group.

I am however always happy to see owners projects and thankfully we have the gallery section not just limited to 75 and zts.

Imo this forums value is by being brand specific, and diversifying it will not benefit it.

And as someone who's got a streetwise and a 45 I'm making that statement.

X10Rich · 9th March 2020, 19:13

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Originally Posted by Colin_NI

I personally would firmly oppose it.

This forum began from the mg-rover.org site.

Its specific to our 75 and zts. The best aspect of it is we are centrally focused on it.

Its not like there are not a million Facebook groups for the cars now days already and there are plenty of 25/45 zr/zs forums specialising in just those cars.

Activity on org died with the site being sold on and manipulated into being a money making sham. It's a shame as its a great resource, but no, with a site like that exsisting I absolutely don't feel we need a separate section in the group.

I am however always happy to see owners projects and thankfully we have the gallery section not just limited to 75 and zts.

Imo this forums value is by being brand specific, and diversifying it will not benefit it.

And as someone who's got a streetwise and a 45 I'm making that statement.

+1

If you wish to support a forum for the 200/400/25/45 please support the Rover 200/400 Owners Club - https://www.rover200.org.uk/forums/

for the Rover 200 Coupe, please support the Rover Coupe Owners Club http://forum.rover-coupe.com/

There are also clubs for the 800, and plenty for the F & TF, Metro/100 and older

I think its just the poor 600 that misses out

Neil1 · 16th March 2020, 09:49

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Originally Posted by Colin_NI

I personally would firmly oppose it.

This forum began from the mg-rover.org site.

Its specific to our 75 and zts. The best aspect of it is we are centrally focused on it.

Its not like there are not a million Facebook groups for the cars now days already and there are plenty of 25/45 zr/zs forums specialising in just those cars.

Activity on org died with the site being sold on and manipulated into being a money making sham. It's a shame as its a great resource, but no, with a site like that exsisting I absolutely don't feel we need a separate section in the group.

I am however always happy to see owners projects and thankfully we have the gallery section not just limited to 75 and zts.

Imo this forums value is by being brand specific, and diversifying it will not benefit it.

And as someone who's got a streetwise and a 45 I'm making that statement.

I strongly disagree with what you said;

What you are saying is if you haven't got Rover 75 or an MG ZT don't bother joining.

I know first hand what this feels like it isn't pleasant, your not welcome because your car isn't old enough!

Slightly different but has the same outcome especially when you are on your own like I am.
What about RESPECT!

Thankfully I belong to the MG Owners Club and they like my car.

victorgte · 9th March 2020, 16:26

I’ve recently asked questions on here regarding my Peugeot 308 and BMW 318. Responses were polite and helpful. Both cars are now working fine thanks to solutions or pointers in the right direction.
You would think I advocate a new section for other cars but no. There is a wide range of knowledge on here in many fields and it’s to the credit of the site and its contributors that we can ask a wide range of questions whenever we like. Someone will know what to do through experience, education or acquired knowledge. That is one of its strengths.
It concentrates on a specific area of motoring history and should remain that way so as not to dilute its importance. Great forums are rare. Bad ones are plentiful. Protect what we have.

Slaya · 9th March 2020, 18:20

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Originally Posted by roverbarmy

We MGR owners are a dying breed. My kids wouldn't have one (not cool!) but they never say "No" to a lift, when their more acceptable motors are not working for one reason or another!

My lad is 18 - he would love an MG if the insurance wasn't so ridiculous, he has always loved the MG/Rover badge since he was tiny.

breakfastinsmethwick · 14th March 2020, 13:07

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Originally Posted by Slaya

My lad is 18 - he would love an MG if the insurance wasn't so ridiculous, he has always loved the MG/Rover badge since he was tiny.

I realise that there are loads of factors affecting insurance costs but for my 18 year old (two and a half years ago) a ZT Diesel was cheaper to insure than an old Fiesta (1998) vintage. He kept it for 2 years although he did have a black box installed.

He has now bought a 1998 5 Series tourer 3.0 Diseasal now he has 2 years no claims.

GazYorkshire · 14th March 2020, 14:20

I've experienced this from an admin point of view for a couple of different clubs.
As soon as you start to introduce sections for other models, your original club becomes diluted and loses it's identity.
On the one hand you do have the variety that different models and their owners bring, but on the other you lose that individuality that the club originally started out with.
There are two schools of thought usually - expand the club to include other models and therefore increase the membership, or stay one make one model and keep a hardcore of enthusiasts with their expertise.
Personally, I'd go for the one make one model approach (and yes I know that a Rover isn't an MG, and a 75 isn't a ZT, but that's splitting hairs) and choose quality of membership and exclusivity than quantity of members with a diluted club.

9th March 2020, 09:22	#1
Gigagator Avid contributor Rover 75 Saloon, Rover 25, Mazda 6 Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Cardiff Posts: 219 Thanks: 143 Thanked 112 Times in 49 Posts	Request (for attention of mods): New Forum Section I know we are the Rover 75 and MG ZT Owners Club, and proud of it, but a lot of us have MGR models other than the 75 and ZT. For instance we run a Rover 25 as a second car for my fiancee and it would be awesome if I could tap into the vast collective of knowledge on here for that model. To that end, would it be possible to create a 'Other MGR Models' section on this forum so that we could entertain such requests? Don't know how this will go down and I'm sure I'm missing obvious reasons not to but you don't get if you don't ask!

9th March 2020, 12:35	#3
roverbarmy This is my second home Roverless + 1.7D Sportage Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: East Norfolk Posts: 7,050 Thanks: 729 Thanked 2,021 Times in 1,449 Posts	We MGR owners are a dying breed. My kids wouldn't have one (not cool!) but they never say "No" to a lift, when their more acceptable motors are not working for one reason or another! __________________ Oil in my veins!

9th March 2020, 14:11	#4
Robson Rover Repair NI/ROI RS ZT-T 190 / 75 Diesel x3 / 6 door limo / 216 Cabby / Rover 25 van Join Date: May 2009 Location: Antrim Posts: 8,103 Thanks: 299 Thanked 1,046 Times in 568 Posts	I personally would firmly oppose it. This forum began from the mg-rover.org site. Its specific to our 75 and zts. The best aspect of it is we are centrally focused on it. Its not like there are not a million Facebook groups for the cars now days already and there are plenty of 25/45 zr/zs forums specialising in just those cars. Activity on org died with the site being sold on and manipulated into being a money making sham. It's a shame as its a great resource, but no, with a site like that exsisting I absolutely don't feel we need a separate section in the group. I am however always happy to see owners projects and thankfully we have the gallery section not just limited to 75 and zts. Imo this forums value is by being brand specific, and diversifying it will not benefit it. And as someone who's got a streetwise and a 45 I'm making that statement. __________________ Cheers, Colin Robson Rover Repair on Youtube DISCOUNTED MTEC BRAKES FOR ALL MG ROVER'S Braided hoses, more coating and pad options for 2024

9th March 2020, 16:26	#7
victorgte I really should get out more....... MGTF, MGZT, Range Rover Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Cheltenham Posts: 2,803 Thanks: 395 Thanked 633 Times in 446 Posts	I’ve recently asked questions on here regarding my Peugeot 308 and BMW 318. Responses were polite and helpful. Both cars are now working fine thanks to solutions or pointers in the right direction. You would think I advocate a new section for other cars but no. There is a wide range of knowledge on here in many fields and it’s to the credit of the site and its contributors that we can ask a wide range of questions whenever we like. Someone will know what to do through experience, education or acquired knowledge. That is one of its strengths. It concentrates on a specific area of motoring history and should remain that way so as not to dilute its importance. Great forums are rare. Bad ones are plentiful. Protect what we have. __________________ MG TF 135, MG ZT, Range Rover P38

14th March 2020, 14:20	#10
GazYorkshire Loves to post MG ZT Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Halifax Posts: 360 Thanks: 25 Thanked 28 Times in 24 Posts	I've experienced this from an admin point of view for a couple of different clubs. As soon as you start to introduce sections for other models, your original club becomes diluted and loses it's identity. On the one hand you do have the variety that different models and their owners bring, but on the other you lose that individuality that the club originally started out with. There are two schools of thought usually - expand the club to include other models and therefore increase the membership, or stay one make one model and keep a hardcore of enthusiasts with their expertise. Personally, I'd go for the one make one model approach (and yes I know that a Rover isn't an MG, and a 75 isn't a ZT, but that's splitting hairs) and choose quality of membership and exclusivity than quantity of members with a diluted club. __________________ [SIGPIC]https://ibb.co/XCWhFmR[/SIGPIC]