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The Old Matelot
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Joined: Tue Sep 13, 2016 4:51 pm
MGF Register Region: Midlands

Another old poser!

Post by The Old Matelot » Tue Sep 13, 2016 5:11 pm

Hi, I have come back to MG after a break of 36 years (yikes!) with the purchase of a 2004 Trophy Blue TF135 in June this year . The car had a lot done to it before I got it but for peace of mind I had Cambelt, tensioner and water pump replaced and a full service by Jon and Claire Norris (outstanding). They also fitted a B&G low coolant alarm and refitted the soft top correctly: who would have believed that the rear section could be fitted the wrong way round?!

My previous MG experience was with an elderly MGB GT in the late seventies. I loved that car but a divorce got between me and it! :rant:

I Have always admired the F and TF but could never justify buying one. With prices how they are however it was worth risking wife two's anger, so I bought one and I'm pleased to say that she now also loves it. Hoping to learn a lot from you highly experienced Fers and TFers!

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David Dixon
Posts: 674
Joined: Sat Aug 17, 2013 3:28 pm
MGF Register Region: North West
Model of Car: MGTF 135
Location: Brampton, Cumbria.

Re: Another old poser!

Post by David Dixon » Tue Sep 13, 2016 7:33 pm

Congrats on your MGTF purchase and return to MG ownership, and welcome to the MGF Register. The forum is littered with helpful and knowledgable owners, so if you have any questions ask away. Would be great to see a picture of your TF.

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malcolm64
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Joined: Mon Jul 21, 2014 8:31 pm
MGF Register Region: Essex
Model of Car: MGF1.8i
Location: Southend

Re: Another old poser!

Post by malcolm64 » Tue Sep 13, 2016 8:52 pm

Welcome to the forum

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nigelandjo
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MGF Register Region: Somerset & Dorset
Model of Car: TF85th,TF135,Trophy
Location: Berrow
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Re: Another old poser!

Post by nigelandjo » Tue Sep 13, 2016 9:37 pm

Hello and welcome.
Nigel May
Somerset & Dorset Regional Rep, Membership Secretary, Registrar & Archivist
Email: somerset.dorset@mgfregister.org
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radddogg
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Joined: Mon Aug 22, 2016 9:03 am
MGF Register Region: North West

Re: Another old poser!

Post by radddogg » Wed Sep 14, 2016 12:22 am

Who are you calling an F'er?! :rant:

Welcome :thumbsu:

The Old Matelot
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Joined: Tue Sep 13, 2016 4:51 pm
MGF Register Region: Midlands

Re: Another old poser!

Post by The Old Matelot » Thu Sep 15, 2016 9:24 am

Sorry for not including a photo of my new toy. Once the bad weather has passed over I will uncover her and post some snaps.

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talkingcars
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MGF Register Region: South East
Model of Car: mk1 VVC
Location: West Sussex
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Re: Another old poser!

Post by talkingcars » Thu Sep 15, 2016 1:00 pm

Bad weather? It is pushing 30' here in Sussex.
Welcome aboard and welcome back.
Home to black Alfa 159 3.2 V6 Q4, blue MGZR160, green MGF VVC and grey MGF 1.8i, and red MG Maestro T16.

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Green Squirrel
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Joined: Sun Oct 14, 2007 9:36 pm
MGF Register Region: South East
Model of Car: 1996 1.8i

Re: Another old poser!

Post by Green Squirrel » Fri Sep 16, 2016 9:44 am

Welcome back! We like you were MGB GT owners in the late seventies BUT business got in the way for 20 years then in 1995 when the *F* was released we were smitten and an order was place - had to wait six months for delivery and we still have it - called the Green Squirrel and quite well known to some of the older *F* owners.

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