2001 MG F 1.8 review from UK and Ireland
"Good car, bad reliability, worse dealers"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rust appeared after six months.
Radiator failed at 6000 miles.
Heater failed at two months.
Various minor problems.
General comments?
A good looking car.
Car goes well when running.
The dealers are terrible, making me wait for 5 days for a new radiator, keeping me waiting in the showroom.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8i Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 7000 miles |
| Previous car | BMW 3 Series |
| Date of Entry | 30th June, 2003 |