Just got my first mg yesterday

matchcul · 22-11-10, 08:03 AM

Here i have my first mg didn't know about getting one as Ive heard they are bad for head gaskets could somone just kind of let me know how bad they are mine has 85000 and as far as i know it hasnt had one but i could be wrong..

22-11-10, 08:09 AM

First of all welcome to the site.As for head gaskets it depends whether you have the v6 or not as it is the 4 cylinder engines which have the head problems.the v6 very rarely has head gasket trouble,the more technical minded people will be along soon to fill in the details a bit more I am sure.

Maxfly · 22-11-10, 08:10 AM

Looks like a nice zs 120 mate

Yes the HG can go on them but keep a check on your coolant levels and cooling system e.g. radiator condition, coolant capetc. Regular servicing and don't thrash her till she has warmed up for at least ten mins all can help but not guarantee no HGF

Great cars though and great value too

matchcul · 22-11-10, 08:13 AM

Yea its a ZS 120 and i love the car just always going to have the head gasket problem in the back of my head but hey what car dosnt have problems...

stamford · 22-11-10, 08:55 AM

plenty of help out there if you do encounter any problems, just shout.

lawrence-zs180 · 22-11-10, 09:14 AM

:welcome: to the site dude... Like the guys said keep a eye on things and just give it some general love and you cant go wrong... this is a epic car for the money.

matchcul · 22-11-10, 09:27 AM

Chears guys glad to see if i get stuck there is help out there lol

Dan1971 · 22-11-10, 09:37 AM

Welcome to the site. Have you got any history with the car ? It may well be that you are worried about something that's already been dealt with.

Your car's not a new one pal - and most owners have either looked after their cars so well that it's not been an issue, or had it done and replaced.

matchcul · 22-11-10, 09:46 AM

I have no reciept that says its been done but i have a few other receipts but they were from last year and just for tyres and little bits so i don't know guess ive just gota wait and see and treat it nice lol

Dan1971 · 22-11-10, 10:10 AM

Treat her well - keep on top of things and if you're minded to, you can always put away a little bit to get the uprated head done in the future. Just enjoy it for now. After all - you may not have anything to worry about.

You could always drop the previous owner a letter asking if they had any HG issues or had any work done that's not in your records.