The Exciting New Blaze F
The Blaze F is built utilising the Rover MGF platform, which on completion of build negates the need for the SVA test. Further benefits of the MGF platform are production car safety features such as ABS, airbags, and the reassurance of crash protection that a modern production car offers.
The MGF platform is a mid-mounted, rear wheel drive configuration and was fitted with either 1.6 or 1.8 litre Rover K-series engines. Standard power outputs range from 110 to 157 bhp which give the Blaze F a free revving and responsive drive. With further modification the K-series is capable of developing up to 240 bhp.
The MGF came as standard with a soft-top roof, but the optional hard-top can also be used with the Blaze F. The Blaze F retains the comfort and practicality of the MGF with boot space actually increasing over the standard car.
The track has been widened 50mm front and rear to fill the wheel arches of the neatly crafted body and has also increased lateral grip. Further chassis and suspension improvements are to follow in the not too distant future.
Mechanic skills are not essential when building the new Blaze F. In fact a competent DIY enthusiast could build the car in as little as four weekends of rewarding work.
The full Blaze F kit comprises
- High quality GRP front, rear and side skirt body sections.
- A lighting kit, which includes; brake, tail, indicator, fog and reverse lights with powerful projector headlamps. Front indicators and side repeaters may be taken from the donor vehicle.
- The front body hinge assembly.
- A new lightweight radiator.
- A new battery tray.
- Wheel spacers and longer wheel hub studs.
- All brackets and fixings including two tubes of polyurethane adhesive sealant.
Special Show 3500 inc. VAT!
Donor car details
All Rover s from 1995 to 2002
A driver airbag was standard on all MGFs and passenger bag optional. ABS was optional on some models. Security is good with an alarm, immobiliser and visible VIN on all models.
Performance figures
| 1.6i | 1.8i | 1.8i VVC | 1.8i VVC Trophy | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-60 | 9.0 s | 8.2 s | 7.0 s | 6.9 s | |
| Top Speed | 116 mph | 120 mph | 130 mph | 137 mph | |
| BHP | 110 bhp | 118 bhp | 142 bhp | 157 bhp |