Resurrecting a Barn Find: The Story of My MGF

TLDRI bought a barn find MGF and brought it back to life with the help of a mechanic. We cleaned up the starter motor and fixed the indicator bulbs and horns. Now it's ready to hit the road!

Key insights

👻The MGF is a rear-engined, rear-wheel-drive British sports car that was popular back in the day.

💯I bought this MGF as a barn find, meaning it had been sitting in storage for a long time.

👤The MGF has a K series engine, which is known for its reliability and performance.

👍I got a great deal on this MGF, only paying £600 for it.

🚗After some maintenance and repairs, the MGF is now in great condition and ready to be driven.

Q&A

What is a barn find?

A barn find is a term used to describe a vehicle that has been discovered in storage, such as a barn, after being unused for a long time.

What is a K series engine?

The K series engine is an inline-four engine developed by Rover Group. It is known for its performance and reliability.

How much did you pay for the MGF?

I paid £600 for the MGF, which I believe was a great deal considering its condition.

What repairs did you have to do on the MGF?

We had to clean up the starter motor, replace the indicator bulbs, and fix the horns.

Is the MGF now in drivable condition?

Yes, after the maintenance and repairs, the MGF is in great condition and ready to hit the road.

Timestamped Summary

00:00I bought a barn find MGF and brought it back to life with the help of a mechanic.

03:59The MGF is a rear-engined, rear-wheel-drive British sports car that was popular back in the day.

08:27After cleaning up the starter motor and fixing the indicator bulbs and horns, the MGF is now ready to hit the road.

09:56I paid £600 for the MGF, which I believe was a great deal considering its condition.

11:38We cleaned up the starter motor and fixed the indicator bulbs and horns, making the MGF drivable again.

12:57The MGF is now in great condition and ready to be driven on the road.