So pleased for that young lad. This is such a good channel lads. So much junk out there yet this is informative, honest and just makes me smile. Keep up the great work. Been watching since you had 30k subscribers and will be when you pass the 1 million mark. 👍

@Charlie_Crown

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, great channel, proper Wheeler Dealers, without the ' auld out yer 'and ' nonsense 👍

That's such a classic car it deserves to go the right way and what your doing is the right way of forwarding it on to someone who really wants it, and not turning around and flogging it on for more of a profit. Way to go guys.

Great idea, film the people picking up the cars you sell. So long as they don’t mind👍🏼 Be nice to hear where they’re going and how they’re going to be used. 💕

I love these late 90s MG's they are full of character and that has to be the cleanest one I've seen since they rolled out of the factory in the late 90s and I glad that chap is happy with the Subaru

That’s what I love about you guys, only real car guys who have a real passion would look for a matching tyre. Would love to see this in a Car museum.

@kevtheargonut

2 жыл бұрын

I get where you are coming from on preservation, but I'd prefer to see it on the road giving a little joy.

Had exactly that colour MGF for four years in 2005-9. Fantastic car. It needs the suspension pumping up. You are meant to be able to put four fingers between the top of the tyre and the wheel arch. Will undoubtedly need a stainless steel waterway dowels between the head gasket and the block. Unless it was fixed under recall. At 70mph on the motorway it would do about 43mpg. Even thrashed it would not dip below 38 mpg. Great fun car.

You should have entered it into Mathewsons of 'Bangers and Cash' fame, would have been great to see a video with you Derek and you pair. Maybe on the next classic.

Hi there...looks amazing...I've got me an MGF Silverstone few months ago...The car got 18'000km on by now...incredible to see cars like these which are about as new, as they were when they rolled form production line. I just love the feel of that tiny car. It just cuts corners perfectly, its handy and the power is enough to have fun with...Even low consumption, which is a bless with the gas prices at the time. K-Series is a Masterpiece. 🔝

Crazy the owner didn't try and sell it nationality. What a Gem. Needs to be cherished. I had an X reg 19000 miles and the head gasket went. Well done guys

Might be worth giving the MG Owners' Club a call? Excellent fun video there gents.

Wow!! Awesome! My first was a ‘72 BGT, loved that car, Crome spoke rims dark metallic blue. Wish they would have sent this version to the US, I’d have one sitting in my garage! The fun driving these is why I drive a ‘14 Mustang GT vert today. Nothing like open air fun! Can’t wait to see you all at the auction!! Cheers from Florida.

Great to see people's reactions to a surprise like that! What a great idea to put the MGF through an auction and it will be great for anyone that gets to meet you two legend's. Look forward to seeing the auction and what you are bidding on.

Love these little MGs.. I've just posted a link to your video in a couple of owners clubs on Facebook, hopefully you'll get a good price. I own a TF version myself and enjoy them, if I bought another I think I might be getting divorced soon!

Nice to see the lads reaction at the Scoob 👌 little mgf is a time capsule!! Classic auction is an excellent idea, looking forward to see the footage from there! Have a good weekend guys!! 👍

I love the Subaru story at the start, and the reactions from both (proud) Dad and lad. We need more positivity and good intentions in the world, this definitely made me smile.

Loved our MGF, we had an anniversary model, the head gaskets were a bit iffy and were replaced with a Freelander one when they went. good luck with the auction guys .

The sweetest mgf around,a beauty.deffo looking forward to this one, top content guys ❤️ it

The K series engine gets bad reviews because of the head gasket problem. However , apart from that it's a very good engine and will do big mileage if serviced correctly. The head gasket issue is a very easy one to sort. Remove head, have it skimmed , refit with a shim saver and new MLS gasket , replace the dowels with steel ones, use new head bolts, also new thermostat, water pump and cooling system flush and use 50% antifreeze. This is literally job done, it won't give any further issues..

@doddsy799

2 жыл бұрын

I agree its a good little engine, i had 2 MG ZR's back in the day, just the 1400 105bhp variant, but I thrashed the lights out of them both, had no issues what so ever.

@jtothew4201

2 жыл бұрын

Yep but engine has to come out to do do it on these, that's the problem.

@mrbigmel3

6 ай бұрын

@@jtothew4201 No it doesnt

Hello both,the reaction of the chap with the Subaru Impreza was well happy 😀,it will be a tidy car when it's on the road.the MGF now that is a clean car and hardly been used.the auction will be interesting to see how much it fetches.

Absolutely love these. 'Borrowed' my mum's MG TF when she was on holiday and swiftly got a speeding ticket. Loved that little thing. Great video as always.

One thing that would definitely be worth doing is regassing the Hydragas Displacers (the gas itself, not just the fluid). After around 15 years all of the gas escapes and you end up with rock hard suspension. There is also a rivet in the top where the gas was filled originally which can puncture the diaphragm when they are low on gas. Other than that, it looks as though it's like a new car!

Not read the comments yet, but I wonder how many head gasket gags are there? Great cars, the vvc is a bit more desirable than the mpi but this is a stunner. Had a few of these and they're massively under rated and great fun, even if the suspension came straight out the metro parts bin!!

Top work from Dad on the Subaru surprise. As for the MGF what a bobby dazzler! Super unusual with that history and mileage even down to the rubber floor mats and mud flaps. A great treat for an MGF fan and a credit to Peter. Looking forward to hearing the outcome. Sandown Park is a fun place. Treat yourselves to a nice lunch or dinner in Esher whilst you are there. Thank you.

stunning..what a find..auction great idea..meet and greet.pity im away up in Scotland but all the best on the day.

I remember working at Longbridge, checking the parts for the MGF wished I could have one. Great video nice to see you both laughing as for once Chris doesn't have to put it on the jig

I love MGs. I think you should keep it. It'll only go up in value as time goes on and you've been very fortunate to find something so rare!

Amazing find Rob & Chris and in one of my favorite colours (British Racing Green), The only problem I ever found with the colour was, if you looked at it too hard, it would scratch. Therefore, the previous owner has really, really looked after it as there doesn't appear to be a mark on it. 👍

Happy for the young lad. Nice one fellas. I almost wish you were selling the MGF to a museum it’s that mint. Pity about the different tyre. Looking forward to the vid about the auction.

When I was a teenager in London, (A long time ago) an oap used to advise me that "you never know what's hanging, 'til it drops." He had a 'Sid James laugh,' which was quite amusing and, more importantly, I have discovered over the years that he was absolutely right, even in jest. So, something very, very nice has 'dropped' for you both and I can only say "well done." It's not very often that the 'Fairy Godmother' is on your side.

Wow, one of them with only 12k mileage. What a little gem. Hope it does well at auction. Another great video guys.

Thanks for another great video, It was good seeing the car delivered for a change and the response. That MG's quite the interesting contraption to, I left the U.K in 2000 and can honestly say i'd never seen one before. It was funny watching the pair of you filming it to, You've had some real prize winners of wrecks in there, and never both been lost for words even on the worst ones L.O.L. Take care guys.

Thankyou rob and chris a thoroughly enjoyable video as usual,good luck at the auction itll be a great day out, what a beauty the condition of this MG is stunning,,

You guts definitely should take it to a classic auction & make a day of it too you deserve it for all the hard work you both put in 👍👍

That's a stonking example of a MGF - as Chris said, it should be in a museum! There's going to be a lot of interest in this one.

@casualagent7250

2 жыл бұрын

I concur, even I may go & have a look 👀 see

Hi from durham guys👋👍 great goin between you guys ad stitching the new keeper of scooby up I can only imagine how he must felt approaching the truck👌👍 and a really nice spot on example of the mgf I hope it does well in the auction for you 👌 good luck with it and thanks for your time be safe and see you soon guys👍👋

Great to see such a classic in amazing condition. Beautiful. Been an MG driver since 2003.

Mathewsons in Pickering would get you the best price. Bangers and cash on yesterday tv channel. You must watch it on tv. It would go for a fortune through them. If you ring them up they will give you a ball park figure it would reach.

@sruk

2 жыл бұрын

I watched 2 of there auctions all most of the cars didn’t make the reserves

Great video boys, Please please please do a video on the auction. The full day start to finish including meeting the fans, would make for great content to the viewers who can’t make it unfortunately.

Rob and Chris.I loved mine ,in the time I had it it never let us down.the old girl got to small for us,or I got to old.maybe both.but still love the looks.good luck at the auction.👌

This brings back memories - my first car in the UK was a green R reg MGF. Not many around in this condition. This car deserves a good home. Lovely video guys. Thank you!

Rob I think you will have to drop a couple of quid in change in every car just to keep Chris and us happy!

I bet Trophy Cars on the A1 would love to get their hands on this!

Thanks both, you made my night. Look forward to Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays anyway, but just got in from polishing my MGTF for pride of Longbridge tomorrow, and you had an F on your channel. Totally mint, they don't look like that underneath normally!!!!

I'm into my MG's and everything you said was spot on! Even the place to auction it! My 'old' MG (got 3) I bought brand new so can understand it would have been a major reason for the original owner to sell it to you, so selling at auction to an enthusiast will alleviate any feelings of loss. 👍

Get in on 'Bangers n Cash' could be good publicity for you both.

Caught you there Chris talking to Rob but still slyly feeling under the passenger seat for loose change 🤣🤣

Guys that ones definitely for the museum, I’m sure someone will be there and snap that one up. In all my early years of car fitting I never once worked on one but it brings back memories listening those irritating beeps before you start them up 🤣. Fair play you guys find some rare cars. Good video, keep it up. 👍

Hello Rob and Chris, another excellent video, the dad buying the car for his son and the lovely MGF. You have done these subscribers proud. Looking forward to the next update. Thank you for taking the time to upload another video. Ged

What a beautiful little car, credit to the owner.

Stick it in Mathewsons up in Thornton, Derek will have a field day with that bonnie old thing.

@sruk

2 жыл бұрын

I have recently watched a couple of their auctions and the vehicles didn’t even meet the reserves

@skimmingstoness

2 жыл бұрын

@@sruk Yea I think a lot of the time they set the reserve too high,then some basic motors that aren't classics make daft money, yesterday they had a 13k mile Audi A2 make over 9000.

What a gem! Tyres, Trophy cars near Witham are MGF specialists, as are Halls Garage near Bourne. Vintage tyres might be able to help or Longstone tyres.

Fantastic. Such a gem of a car. I would love to join you there but I live 4,000 miles away in Tanzania. Do well with it gentlemen. Thank you for sharing.

I thought if it don't fetch the reserve you could take it to mathewsons auction in thorton le dale north yorkshire. This car im sure it would be the star appearance on bangers & cash tv programme.

@adamlee3772

2 жыл бұрын

Be nice to see it on that show.

Brilliant! You should let the owners club know they might even want to do a piece on it, and on you, for their mag??

Ok, tonight, I had the opportunity to put your video on a smart tv, so having a full screen with you both on a 55” TV. confirmed for me, that it would be fundamental that you both get a TV deal, but notwithstanding that, that is the best MG (1998) you will ever find. it’s unbelievable to see a MG in this day in age, this is the one to have. Unbelievable. Love you guys.

Love the reaction from the young lad, he has a great dad. WOW! I agree with Chris, it's a museum piece, needs saving!

Such a fun car to drive in new Zealand

Rob I think that car belongs in a museum as you said yourself you will never find another car in that condition 😀

Brilliant idea to list it, great content and a nice experience and what it deserves - it's mint so really interesting to see what it will go for and also nice to give folks the heads up to come and say hi!

I adore MGs and Rovers of this era. Just watching the video brings back memories of my old Rover 414 and 45, the distinctive K-Series sound and the distinctive indicator tell tale click 😁 Perfect time of year to buy/sell one too If I didn't already have 3 cars and a lack of space for a 4th I'd be all over it myself

The MG is absolute perfection 😍

Haha, Chris want's it. I think if there was some loose change it would have sealed it!!

Hi Rob and Chris, what a find, pat on the back for the original owner, done a great job.! Fantastic condition in all area's. The interest will be high for sure.! Alex.

Great video Guys and you've got the find of the century, hope everything goes ok at the auction, cheers Mark.

Out of the box!!

12,000 miles looks like it's time to do the head gasket. 😂

It's really nice to you pair getting all nostalgic about this car. There's nothing better than getting into a car that you haven't been for years and getting that warming feeling and knowing where everything is. Good luck with the sale of it 🙂

Great find Rob, what a honey of a car, good choice to take it to the auction, looking forward to viewing your day out.

This is just my opinion , it will make at auction £5750-6250

Rob & Chris, why don’t you’s do your own auction on this, Let people make offers and the highest bidders wins, No auction fees for yourselves or the buyer. Add the Bids on the comments.

@markfoden765

2 жыл бұрын

Good idea I reckon

@ALYDAVIDSON1

2 жыл бұрын

I always thought this, they should auction all their vehicles, they'd make alot more profit, over 240k subscribers, do the maths🤔

@sruk

2 жыл бұрын

No chance we have been there before 👍

@thefamilyrobbo

2 жыл бұрын

Judging by Rob's reply, I'm guessing he's not enthusiastic! If it's possible to get auction software that can be programmed to start at a certain time, it should be fairly hassle free. Would actually be a fair way to sell the vehicles because it wouldn't exclude those without Instagram or those who couldn't instantly respond when a car is posted. Would also eliminate all the comments about cars being sold too cheaply as they'd find their own value. 😃

@shiTthebed86

2 жыл бұрын

That's like a haven for trolls.

What a fun video. Something very different for a change. Thanks for sharing your excitement!

When I lived in London I bought a 2002 low mileage MG TF on eBay for a song as it wasn't listed correctly, I sold it when I moved to Portugal in 2018, in hindsight I should have brought it with me. I sold it for 3 times as much to a French guy who drove it all the way home to Paris! I had so much fun driving it and it made me grin as much as you do Rob when you are in the Lambo'. They are great little sports cars and never really got the respect they deserved. This one you've aquired is a superb example.

At 12139 miles its only on its second head gasket. : )

@IcenI_Koi

2 жыл бұрын

🤣

@sammytheseal2307

2 жыл бұрын

Behave 😂

12k miles on a 25 year old MGF, he must've really hated driving it! But the big question is has he had the head gasket done?

@STANLIZ4

Жыл бұрын

Exactly! And he hasnt, do it now!

Great little car, the last true MG great video. Our vicar who is now an Arch Deacon has one ! To far north to attend the auction but the very best of luck with the sale.

Beautiful car, and a stunning example. Had one exactly the same as this as a project/toy a few years ago and had so much fun. Sadly wasn’t anything like as good as an example as this and it succumbed to the tin worm. But I had a great time driving it and working on it. Was so sad to see it go. Someone is going to have a treat with that.

What a beautiful one of a kind example, real credit to its previous owner

Keep it. Save the MGF

This video is a real treat! The Great British Car Museum in Derbyshire might be interested in such an impeccable example.

Hello Rob & Chris 👋 absolutely brilliant video 👏👏👏 fantastic dad for the first cat and what an amazing MGF!! I’ve never never seen one in that condition as I’ve always thought looking at them as second class!!! Really well done to the original owner he deserves a round of applause 👏

Pride in ownership....a rare commodity in throw away Britain!

Take it to matthewsons auctions (bangers and cash )

@sruk

2 жыл бұрын

I recently watched a couple of their auctions and hardly any of the cars met the reserve

@julianchampion7712

2 жыл бұрын

@@sruk some reserves are stupid and will never get it . Most realistic people sell there . Good luck guys love the channel

wow trip down memory lane for me too Rob. back in 98 I worked at a rover dealer as a driver....I can still remember the smell of them whenever they were new...I drove many all over the country. top video

Glad the Scooby went to a good home. I’ve not seen one of those MGs for years! Hey Chris, see you in the next one!!!

The last of a true British MG.

Someone’s got it advertised on eBay for £11k!

That is absolutely mint! Massively underrated cars these. Same colour as the one I used the weekend of my wedding in 96 if I recall correctly. Definitely a classic now and in that condition only going to appreciate 👍.

I had a smile on my face all the way through that video! A great start to the weekend and fantastic content! Thanks Rob and Chris.

Keep it Rob, sell the lambo 🤣

Great video boys , lovely start with the Subaru going to his Son . What a beautiful little MGF gotta be the most original in the UK. A real credit to the owner , all the best with the auction Rob an Chris , it is going to make Top Dollar and make somebody very happy to own it .. your making us very happy with the channel content , it just gets better and better.👍👏👏👏

What a fantastic start to my weekend. It was cracking seeing the scobie going to the young lad, what a great thing he’s dad did there 👏👏 MG was a stunner. Channel is going from strength to strength

Dad in a million doing that for his son.

I dont think you have realise what you have done here. Your going to be banned from that auction, 250K SRUK Fans are going to turn it into a car meet mate... LOL Also, im sure theres alot of stigma around head gaskets on the f? Too young of mileage to worry tho. Mate, im so worried for this auction turn out 🤣🤣

Nice touch to start the video,,That MG-f guys,, I dont know how you do it,but please don't stop. Wicked Little Motor 👍👍

Good Content on the MG Guys. I really liked today video it was different than usual. Its cracking car for its age. The car has been well looked after and maintained really well. Beautiful car Rob and Chris i hope it goes to a MG enthusiast. Great video lads.

Try Mathewsons in Yorkshire

Why do you want tyres from 1998? Treat it to 4 new ones of a decent make and sleep at night

@sruk

2 жыл бұрын

I think your missing the point

@jamesbrett6518

2 жыл бұрын

@@sruk I probably am, but I wouldn't value 1998 dated tyres any more than an original cambelt or oil filter. It doesn't surprise me that no supplier could supply the same tyre. Very good video though and always interesting to see "time warp" cars like this. Have a good weekend all!

Great for the young lad. Hope he enjoys doing it up, driving it and the whole ownership. 👍

Another great video Rob n Chris 👏 Loving the various content and the cracking little workshop and yard you guys have "A petrol heads dream" Best Channel on KZread by a MILE.