1999 MG F VVC ROADSTER

​This outstanding MGF 1.8i VVC represents a rare opportunity to own a top-of-the-range, low-mileage example of this classic British sports car. With just 9,000 miles from new, it is a pristine, unmolested gem that will captivate any MG enthusiast or collector.
 

Equipment :
This highly specified MGF includes:

• Safety & Convenience Features: Reinforced body structure, ABS, driver’s airbag, remote central locking, volumetric and perimetric alarm, speed-sensitive power steering, electric windows, and halogen headlamps.

• Luxury Interior Trim Pack: Leather seats and door inserts, leather-trimmed gear lever, handbrake, and steering wheel, wood center console and vent trims, wood and alloy gear knob, and luxury floor mats.

• Factory Options: Platinum Silver metallic paint, hardtop, front fog lamps, passenger airbag.

• Dealer Accessories: Windstop and rear tonneau cover.

Exterior :
Finished in stunning Platinum Silver (Code MNX), the paintwork retains a deep, factory-fresh shine thanks to meticulous care and garaged storage. The car is virtually blemish-free, with only a few minor touch-ins barely worth mentioning. The original woven acrylic fabric hood is immaculate, with a perfectly clear plastic rear screen. The optional factory hardtop is in excellent condition, showing only a few light storage marks. Pristine trim, light clusters, and badges, along with the correct orange indicator lenses, highlight its originality.

This car will satisfy even the most discerning MG enthusiast and must be one of the finest surviving examples.
 

Interior :
The interior exudes luxury with the Wood and Leather Interior Trim Pack, featuring Black leather upholstery (Code PUU) in outstanding condition. The carpets, protected by luxury mats since new, and the ivory-colored dials with MG logos evoke classic MG styling cues. The 7250rpm redline on the tachometer confirms its status as the high-performance VVC model.

Notably, the bright door sill finishers still retain their original factory cellophane! Both the front and rear luggage compartments are spotless, with the front housing an unused Goodyear spare wheel with colored banding, the original jack, and all factory plates and labels intact.
 

Engine & Transmission :
The 1796cc VVC engine delivers 143bhp, enabling a 0-60mph sprint in just 7.0 seconds and a top speed of 130mph. Its mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive configuration ensures exceptional handling and driver enjoyment. The short-throw sports-ratio five-speed gearbox complements the car's performance-oriented character.
 

Wheels, Tyres and Brakes :
The original 15-inch VVC alloy wheels remain immaculate, free from any damage. They are shod with the factory-fitted Goodyear Eagle Touring tyres (185/55 R15 front, 205/50 R15 rear), which retain ample tread but should be replaced due to age if regular driving is intended. The ventilated front discs and solid rear discs, coupled with ABS, provide confident and precise braking.
 

History File :
First registered on 22nd March 1999 by Lex Rover of Chelmsford, this MGF has had just three owners, including the first, Mr. Potter. It comes with an impeccable history file, including:
 

• Complete MG leather wallet with all handbooks, guides, and service book featuring 10 service stamps and three cambelt changes, including the VVC belt.

• Detailed service and cambelt/water pump replacement in November 2021.

• Two sets of original MG keys with remotes and code tags.

• Handover documents, previous MOT certificates, and main dealer invoices.

• MGF range and accessories brochure.

Summary :
This is an exceptional, museum-quality MGF VVC, cherished and preserved with just 9,000 miles from new. It presents an unmissable opportunity to own one of the best examples of this fast-appreciating modern classic.
 

MOT Mileage History :

December 2024 : 8,967 miles

November 2023 : 8,908 miles

November 2022 : 8,598 miles

November 2021 : 8,027 miles

July 2019 : 7,857 miles

June 2017 : 7,756 miles

July 2015 : 7,715 miles

July 2012 : 7,453 miles

March 2011 : 6,759 miles

March 2010 : 6,501 miles

March 2009 : 5,879 miles

March 2008 : 4,756 miles

March 2007 : 4,245 miles

March 2006 : 3,612 miles

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Documents :

V5C, Original Handover Document, Original Vehical Receipt, Original Sales Brochures, MOT Certificates, KGF Classic Cars Sales Invoice & Specification Sheet (Novemeber 2021), 

Invoices On File :

30.11.2021 : £8,250.00 - KGF Classic Cars (8,026 Miles - Market Price £8,995)

25.03.2020 : £67.19 - Hallmark Cars & Motorcycles

24.03.2010 : £353.85 - Chelmer Rover Centre

02.03.2010 : £41.13 - Chelmer Rover Centre

12.06.2008 : £11.38 - RMW Ltd

09.05.2006 : £117.25 - RMW Ltd

30.03.2005 : £186.95 - Eastern Rover

31.03.2004 : £439.90 - Eastern Rover

03.04.2002 : £144.60 - Eastern Rover
27.04.2001 : £86.02 - Eastern Rover

15.03.1999 : £134.84 - Lex Rover

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Viewing :

Viewing is strictly by appointment only.

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The Forge Pricing Promise :

At The Forge, we guarantee pricing that is consistently competitive and transparent, saving you money compared to other classic car dealers. We also eliminate the uncertainty that often comes with buying Classic Cars directly from individuals or at auctions.

How We Price Our Cars :
We rely on Hagerty’s industry-leading classic car Price Guide to keep our prices in line with the current market. By leveraging detailed data, auction results, dealer pricing, private sales, and insights from the UK’s most trusted classic car websites, we maintain transparency and fairness in our pricing. Our cars are regularly checked against market conditions, allowing you to enjoy a hassle-free, no-bartering experience.

 

Why Choose The Forge?
Family Values, Transparent Pricing, and a Genuine Passion for Classic Cars!
 

At The Forge, we’re more than just a classic car dealership—we’re a family-run business with a genuine love for classic cars. Our mission is simple: treat our customers as we’d want to be treated—with honesty, respect, and transparency.

 

Our pricing is competitive and fair, grounded in Hagerty’s trusted Classic Car Price Guide, saving you money compared to traditional dealerships. We believe in straightforward, no-haggle pricing, so you can enjoy a clear, no-surprises experience without the stress of auctions or private sales.

 

When you buy from The Forge, you’re not just purchasing a classic car—you’re joining our extended family.

 

Each car we offer is carefully handpicked, often sourced from fellow enthusiasts who share our values. Before any vehicle reaches our showroom, it undergoes an independent inspection, an MOT if needed, and professional detailing, ensuring it’s in prime condition and ready for its next journey.

 

We fully own every car in our collection. This structure guarantees the integrity of every transaction and demonstrates our commitment to quality.

 

Although original manufacturer warranties aren’t possible due to these cars’ age, we take immense pride in presenting each car in excellent condition, free from known faults upon delivery. We inspect each vehicle thoroughly, document any repairs, and include invoices for parts and labor in the car’s history file. If a service is warranted by mileage or time, we’ll at minimum perform an oil and filter change with OE/OEM parts, which is also noted in the car’s records.

 

Upon collection or delivery, we record the mileage and provide a 3-month/500-mile warranty (whichever comes first). Should any issues arise beyond standard wear-and-tear, given the car’s age, please reach out to us directly—we’ll do our utmost to assist.

 

Classic cars are timeless machines with intricate components that may occasionally need attention. Embracing a classic means accepting these quirks and savoring the open-road journeys that make them feel as exhilarating today as they did decades ago—whether that’s 20, 30, or even 40+ years in the making.

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History Of The 1995-2002 MGF:

The MGF was in production from 1995 until 2002. Styled in house, it is a mid-engine, rear wheel drive sports car seating two adults.
 

Developed on a budget, the MGF is loosely based around the Rover Metro parts bin, using two adapted front subframes mounted back to back, with the steering controlled by the front subframe and the engine mounted midships in the rear one. This meant a new power steering system was needed as it was impossible to run the pump from the engine – electric power steering was invented initially for this car. Available from launch with a 1.8 litre version of Rover’s K series either with or without variable valve control, Rover also added a smaller 1.6 and the CVT Steptronic to the range following a minor facelift for 1999. MG replaced the F with the TF for 2002, as following the end of Metro production it wasn’t cost effective to continue to produce the Hydragas suspension displacers which the MGF inherited from its Metro heritage. Its replacement would utilise coil springs.
 

Most desirable are cars with VVC, especially the limited edition Trophy 160 specification. Steptronic cars are a curiosity but not one which will result in increased values, given that the majority of F customers like to change their own gears. The optional hard top is desirable, but bear in mind you’ll need somewhere to store it if you want to enjoy the car with the hood down in summer. A total of 77269 MGFs were produced across a seven year lifespan.
 

Alternatives to the MGF then and now would include the Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Kompressor and BMW Z3, though its closest rival by far was the Mazda MX-5. Available as a 1.6 and 1.8 litre the small Mazda’s range was closely mirrored by that of the MGF, while mid engined alternatives would include the Toyota MR2. The subsequent MG TF would also be worth considering provided you could live with the revised looks and the revival of coil springs. If you want an older car which serves a similar purpose, consider the MGB.

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