MGF v MG TF

[S6 ROR]

Had an MGF VVC way back in 96, and now toying with the idea of getting another one.
Been looking at late f`s, ie 2000/2001.
Having never driven a TF, just wondering how they compare driving wise.
Anyone on here driven both? if so which do you prefer? What are the main differences
Must admit, i do like the original looks of the F.
Thanks.

[andymadmak]

Its mainly suspension. The TF has steel suspension in place of the F hydragas units.
Most owners say the handling/roadholding is rather better on the TF

Andy

[mgsteve]

I used to own a '97 VVC F and am now on my second TF160 (a 2005 model in a very special colour, picked up 2 weeks before MG went under).

Personally I much prefer the TF, in the looks, handling and performance departments.
The main different between the 2 is the suspension and chassis. The TF uses conventional spring/damper suspension rather than the Hydragas suspension the F uses. The TF also has a much stiffer chassis which I find makes it a better drive. The only downside is that the ride quality is not as good as the F.
You will also notice the TF engines are slightly more powerful then their F counterparts (i.e. the 1.8 non-VVC F is 118BHP, the TF is 135BHP, the VVC F is 145BHP, the TF equivalent is 160BHP).
Only advice I can offer is to drive both and see which you prefer.

[niva441]

It's not just the suspension medium that changed, they took the opportunity to redesign the geometry

[S6 ROR]

Thanks Guys.
As you say, i need to get out and have a drive in a TF before deciding which route to take.