Yes, it is the Ford modular V8. Just like the SV.
So EPA is not a problem with these cars. We need MG back
in the US.
Isn't MG providing engines for IRL now? And the SCCA is
working on getting the SV here for a race series.
Paul.
Eric wrote:
> RELEASE IMMEDIATE
> September 23, 2003
>
> THE RETURN OF THE PRACTICAL BRITISH MUSCLE CAR
>
> MG Rover Group has today (September 23) launched the V8 powered MG ZT
> 260 V8. The rear-wheel drive vehicle, available in ZT saloon and ZT-T
> estate car, powered by a 260bhp 4.6-litre V8 engine and with an awesome
> 410Nm of torque to deliver class-leading acceleration, is now available
> for customer order in the UK. With an on-the-road price starting at
> #27,995, the ZT 260 offers an unbeatable combination of price and
> performance.
>
> Rob Oldaker, MG Rover Groups Product Development Director, commented:
> The MG ZT 260 V8 demonstrates our commitment to deliver cars of true
> pedigree and character. This is a truly rewarding car to drive. Our
> choice of a big, torquey engine has been vindicated as this is a
> deceptively quick and efficient cross-country car. The more you drive
> it, the more you appreciate its unique muscle car character that flies
> in the face of our competitors trend towards buzzy high-revving
> engines.
>
> Its introduction means MG now has the broadest range in its 80-year
> history. The new V8 heralds the return of the practical British muscle
> car, and as an MG its obviously great value too.
>
>
> (pssst - a little birdy told me that they are using a ford v8 - maybe
> like the one wot they put in a stang..)
>
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