As well as introducing MG versions of its Rover saloons and hatches, in 2002 MG Rover also revamped the MGF sports car, which was rebadged as the TF. The most visible change was a slightly more aggressive frontal treatment. But under the skin, there was a stiffer body shell and the replacement of the previous hydragas suspension with coil springs. Snapped at the 2023 NEC Classic Car Show.
@davidwilkins Not at all sure mid engine was a wise choice, little room for stuff, maintenance nightmare. I think front engine rear drive would have been a more successful layout. More space for stuff, doesn't have to be terrible to maintain. Not that hard to make a fine handling front engine rear drive car that's a bit practical. Mazda MX5 hasn't done badly.
@Glencoe@davidwilkins MG was probably on a budget when developing this car, reusing an existing powertrain without any modification was probably the best solution costwise. The F/TF is quite a fun car to drive, mostly due to mid engine layout. Performance wise, all TFs are fitted the bigger F Trophy airbox that lifts inlet restriction that plagued nearly all cars using the 1800K stock fitment.
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