The MG6 saw one today

ROBBIE G · 3rd July 2011, 15:14

The new MG6 i saw my first one today close up at the Cars in the park show, have to admit the styleing is growing on me but the engine is just a revamped 1.8i 16v turbo engine out of the likes of the 75 and the interior looks like theres been a sale at a tupperware plant, nice size boot mind

pab · 3rd July 2011, 16:38

The more I look at this new model the more I want one,the whole thing is growing on me,it looks so practical.

Depending on how these cars depreciate,with a comprehensive warranty I think they will make excellent second hand purchases.The wifes car is due for renewal and if I can talk her out of a Fiat 500 and perhaps hold off until next year and see how the residuals of this car pan out.

The engine has had a few tweeks from Toyota so hopefully the cooling errors have been ironed out.

Graham1961 · 3rd July 2011, 16:42

I have to say i actually like the look of the MG6, very different from the 75/ZT, it's "modern" in a Mazda 6 kind of way, not seen one in the flesh yet though.

e668ecp · 3rd July 2011, 16:45

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Originally Posted by pab

The engine has had a few tweeks from Toyota so hopefully the cooling errors have been ironed out.

Where have you heard that from? I know MG Rover Powertrain did the design before they collapsed and SAIC-MG finished it off. Its basically a K-series produced on a new MG Rover production line and casting that was shipped out prior to the crash of 2005

nuts75 · 3rd July 2011, 16:48

great pics robbie ,i forgot this show was on ,

has to the car i think i prefer the zt looks ,i do believe it should of been a show stopper not look like a proton .i just cant seem to find the passion for it .. still every one to there own ,,regs tonk

pab · 3rd July 2011, 17:07

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Originally Posted by e668ecp

Where have you heard that from? I know MG Rover Powertrain did the design before they collapsed and SAIC-MG finished it off. Its basically a K-series produced on a new MG Rover production line and casting that was shipped out prior to the crash of 2005

Rob,
The last time we had an in depth discussion on this car,the topic was raised regarding the unit.

The picture of the engine bay and the position of the coolant header tank prompted me to mention this Toyota association in my post.

I will take look for the old thread or try to find some additional information on this when I return to my PC

nick nick · 3rd July 2011, 17:10

It looks more like a Proton to me tinny on the outside and all plastic
on the inside ...It has a lot in common with the mondeos of this world
NO SOUL

ROBBIE G · 3rd July 2011, 17:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by nuts75

great pics robbie ,i forgot this show was on ,

has to the car i think i prefer the zt looks ,i do believe it should of been a show stopper not look like a proton .i just cant seem to find the passion for it .. still every one to there own ,,regs tonk

I thought about you mate as i had to drive right by your place to get there.

i've added a slideshow in the photography section

Departed 32016 · 3rd July 2011, 17:24

Santander estimate on a 3 year pcp it will have a value of £4500.
Now that's a good buy- I can't wait untl the ex avis cars come up for sale.

pab · 3rd July 2011, 18:10

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Originally Posted by kieranswood

Santander estimate on a 3 year pcp it will have a value of £4500.
Now that's a good buy- I can't wait untl the ex avis cars come up for sale.

totally agree Kieran,this car looks a great second hand purchase,as previosly stated the sales figures could never match the figures achieved by the likes of the focus/astra but it will make a great cheap alternative.

Again as previosly stated if the reliability is up to standard their is no reason why this car is not considered an option against the mainstream brands..

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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	The more I look at this new model the more I want one,the whole thing is growing on me,it looks so practical. Depending on how these cars depreciate,with a comprehensive warranty I think they will make excellent second hand purchases.The wifes car is due for renewal and if I can talk her out of a Fiat 500 and perhaps hold off until next year and see how the residuals of this car pan out. The engine has had a few tweeks from Toyota so hopefully the cooling errors have been ironed out.

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nick nick Retired R75 CDTI SE ( N80 UTD ) Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Gateshead Posts: 2,256 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	It looks more like a Proton to me tinny on the outside and all plastic on the inside ...It has a lot in common with the mondeos of this world NO SOUL

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