In search of a Typhoon 260 ZT

[hh1]

Good morning all

I've returned after years away from 75/ZT ownership.

I've owned a few but the one I've always wanted is a 260, in Typhoon. There's only 12 I believe so I know it's very unlikely I'll find one for sale however if you don't try you won't succeed!

One was available but unfortunately a deposit was taken on it last week so I missed it by the skin of my teeth.

So, has anyone got a typhoon 260 they're considering selling at any point in the foreseeable future, or know of someone who owns one? Even if you aren't considering selling it, I'd love to learn how many are members on the forum.

Cheers

[David]

... One was available but unfortunately a deposit was taken on it last week so I missed it by the skin of my teeth ...

Assume you are referring to #112. It is still showing as "For Sale" on Car and Classic, so presumably waiting for the sale to actually complete (or not) before deciding to take it down. Also showing "For Sale" on William Thompson's own site too. Have you actually spoken to them?

Still a small chance for you, maybe. The car was shown as "Deposit taken" a few weeks back, only to be shown a week later as "Available" again.
You never know,

There were actually 14 Typhoon ZT 260 saloons made, all RHD but one, #118 KC53 FXA, went off the radar years ago. Not taxed since 2004 and not MOT'd since 2006 (no SORN). Last ownership change registered in 2007 but not shown as either 'exported' or 'scrapped' by DVLA. In all probability one of those two.

David

[hh1]

Hi David

Thanks for the reply

I am indeed referring to #112. I spoke to a dealer and a deposit was taken last week. I've left my details in the hope that the buyer changes their mind.

Do you know of any other that have been listed for sale?

Cheers

[David]

... Do you know of any other that have been listed for sale?

Currently no known listings (Keep watching the 'Complete List of 260s FOR SALE').

From the "Cars SOLD in Year 20xx" threads on the Forum, all Typhoon entries, from 2015 to present day:

11/03/2015
2004 ZT 260 SE MK1 Typhoon 26k miles. £9,995 VIN 102
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MG-ZT-4-6-V8- ... 2a4d719c02

29/03/2016
2004 ZT 260 Typhoon Blue 51k Miles £4,750 VIN?
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifie...ue/5476303?v=b

31-10-2017 (re-listing). Seller: Member SteveTD *** Car sold 3-11-2017 ***( >> IanR)
2005 MG ZT 260 SE 4.6 V8, Typhoon, 39,000 miles, VIN #209

~17/09/2018 *** Confirmed Sold, £12,000 ***
2004 MG ZT 260SE, Typhoon, 41,000 miles, VIN #209

26/01/2020 ** De-listed, assumed SOLD **
Originally listed December 2019
2003 MG ZT 260 SE, Typhoon, 49,195 miles £7,700, VIN #111
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...odel=ZT&page=1

16/03/2021 * Confirmed SOLD *
Originally listed 23/12/2020, Summit Garage, Dudley.
2004 MG ZT 260 (non-SE), Typhoon (Chromactive), 38,196 miles, £11,995, VIN #189

12/07/2021 * Auction ended. Assumed sold *
2004 MG ZT 260 SE, Typhoon, 78,000 miles, £Auction, VIN #112
eBay 10-day auction from 02/07/2021. Final bid £7,399 (of 10 bids).
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/203512505...IAAOSweDhg2yej

04/02/2023.* Stated in the listing as SOLD *
Originally listed 11/08/2022
2003 MG ZT 260 SE, Typhoon, 80,080 miles, £6,700, VIN #112
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...81497936744535

(None of the advertisement URL links will work any more of course).
F.Y.I. The last two ownership changes shown by the DVLA for #112 were in September of 2020 and again September 2021.


David

[hh1]

Well that's interesting they come up for sale more than I imagined. Thank you for the list.

1 year seems like a short time to keep it however I guess they're not for everyone.

I'll have to keep my fingers crossed and eyes peeled for one!