Hi, I'm getting used to my new MGF and I like it v much. I've noticed that it drives differently to my old ZR 120 - i.e. it seems to be stronger in 2nd gear, and the same in 3d. What I mean, it looks as if I can go faster in 2nd and 3rd than I could in ZR - in ZR I had usually followed the following rules (the sort of rules you get from a driving instructor):
0-5 mph = 1st
5-15 mph = 2nd
15-30 mph = 3d
30-50ish mph = 4th
50 + = 5th
Could the experts tell me what would be a convention of driving an MGF (1.6 litres one)? I think, the previous owner mentioned 4000 rpm at all times but when I tried to follow this advice, I found that to reach 4000 rpm I have to stay in 2nd gear (in a 30 mph zone) - which I would have never, never done in the old car - because from 15 miles up I'd be in 3d!!
I would appreciate any tips on this - thanks.
0-5 mph = 1st
5-15 mph = 2nd
15-30 mph = 3d
30-50ish mph = 4th
50 + = 5th
Could the experts tell me what would be a convention of driving an MGF (1.6 litres one)? I think, the previous owner mentioned 4000 rpm at all times but when I tried to follow this advice, I found that to reach 4000 rpm I have to stay in 2nd gear (in a 30 mph zone) - which I would have never, never done in the old car - because from 15 miles up I'd be in 3d!!
I would appreciate any tips on this - thanks.