New MG4 Accessories | Unboxing and Fitting

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 มิ.ย. 2024
  • Hey guys and thanks for tuning in this week.
    With it being that time of year and purse strings growing ever tighter, I thought I'd explore the world of bargain buster accessories for my MG4.
    Having spent time online I thought I'd set a challenge to find and purchase 5 super bargain gift ideas ideal for any recipient of the total value of £50.
    I thought I'd share my experience, unboxing and fitting with you.
    I also include links to said items.
    MG4 Car Mats from carmats.co.uk £22.98 (at the time of purchase with promo code)
    carmats.co.uk/collections/mg-...
    Seat belt strap covers £6.62 (at the time of purchase)
    www.aliexpress.com/item/10050...
    Tyre Valve Covers £3.99 (at the time of purchase)
    www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B...
    Door Sill Protectors £5.53 (at the time of purchase)
    www.aliexpress.com/item/10050...
    LED Car Interior Kit £8.33 (at the time of purchase)
    www.ebay.com/itm/255574194122...
    MG4 gifts from JetHeads £9 plus P&P
    www.etsy.com/uk/listing/13351...
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  • @barriebirch7956
    @barriebirch7956 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    A really nice change to the run of the mill car reviews which seem to be much of a muchness. This is entertaining and practical. Well done!

  • @Splits-man
    @Splits-man 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Great video! Very informative. Thanks.

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @Chrisbrei2502
    @Chrisbrei2502 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just ordered my MG4 Std range. It will be my first car, I'm really excited! Thank you for your videos, they have been a great help and I look forward to more :)

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s fantastic news and congrats.
      Thanks for tuning into my video and commenting I’m glad they have helped you 😊

  • @grezjoseph6257
    @grezjoseph6257 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    After all that hard work you deserve that cuppa. Great video.

  • @grahamtoyn2912
    @grahamtoyn2912 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Great video Stuart,those lights look good.When you were opening the last box I really thought it was going to be a vehicle to load adapter like Tom Ross's from Tom's man shed.looking forward to your next video.

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wouldn’t that have been a happy ending lol! I’ve put it on the Christmas list 👌 thanks for tuning in and supporting my channel Graham 😊

  • @dalesimpkins2628
    @dalesimpkins2628 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Like the mats, sill protectors, and LEDs. As others have said, those valve caps will corrode and be impossible to remove. It's a galvanic reaction, and in our climate can take only days. If you want to keep them, suggest you use plenty of copper grease on the threads. I will be visiting my local tyre fitters in the near future as previous owner fitted metal valve caps. I managed to get three off, the fourth is stuck fast, and I will now need a new valve fitting.

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the tips! And of course thanks for running in

  • @1982lalaland
    @1982lalaland 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    ooooh the lights are lovely! I knew about the lack of lighting in the back before I got the car, so I have put 2 LED push button torches in each door pocket - but I think the teenagers would much prefer those strip lights, very effective.
    I purchased car window visor/rain protectors on Ali express but unfortunately they arrived with a crack in one of them. I had visors on my previous car, they stop rain drops getting in but you can have the window down a few centimetres for air if it is raining. I have found with the MG4 that if it is raining, drips land right on the electric window controls. Plus I think they look good on a car

  • @Chrisbrei2502
    @Chrisbrei2502 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great idea! Loved the video 😄

  • @chrispenn715
    @chrispenn715 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Be careful with the valve caps - from experience, these often corrode on to the valve, which makes it impossible to add air to your tyres. In extreme, they may need a visit to a tyre fitter for a new valve.

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Chris - good advice there 😊

    • @Rufus2005f1
      @Rufus2005f1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Totally agree, had some myself and even though i used the correct grease as advised they welded on and I had a nightmare using a Dremel and a hacksaw blade trying to remove them. My advice is to throw them away unfortunately

    • @ronniekemp-cruz4860
      @ronniekemp-cruz4860 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This happened to me! Completely seized up and had to wait until the tyres needed changing so they could cut the valve off. Never doing that again.

    • @MUFC1933
      @MUFC1933 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I bought valve cap covers MUFC and out them on. Went out next morning somebody had them off!!😂
      Thanks tho for the info! Never entered my head that may happen. What a shame as those MG ones do look pretty good.

    • @Justin52wales
      @Justin52wales 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Some grease on the threads stops them from sticking on

  • @CastleKnight7
    @CastleKnight7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video Stuart! I especially like those mats and door sill protectors.

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you 🙏 and thanks for tuning in

  • @TonyReilly
    @TonyReilly ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh, you need to look up how to apply those stickers... the right way would be to place them with the backing on and secure them with a couple of pieces of masking tape along the long edge. Then flip it over onto the tape and start peeling off the backing paper, start laying it down as you're peeling the paper. That way it's already aligned and less chance of it sticking to itself. Nice job. Tidy updates to the car.

  • @brianemment1156
    @brianemment1156 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks Stuart good vid, I also have seatbelt pads but with MG logo and am waiting for the door sill trims. MG4 polo shirt with light strip on back and car on the front arrived today, perfect fit and excellent quality Thanks 👍

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for tuning in Brian and for commenting. Nice touch with the MG logos. Door sills look great so nice 🎯
      Thanks again for ordering from the store and I’m so please you’re happy with them ❤️

  • @williamthomas5223
    @williamthomas5223 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I would recommend you remove the dust caps they will react to the metal on the valve stem and will become almost impossible to get off

  • @Worfedia
    @Worfedia ปีที่แล้ว

    Fun and informative - give that car some luuurv 😜

  • @rgpuffitt
    @rgpuffitt ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video. Was looking for my MG4 which is 'on its way'. One thing with those valve covers. I had them on my Mini Cooper (Mini ones) and they rusted onto the valve and when trying to remove it tore the valve which I had to get repaired. So just keep that in mind that these cheap metal valve covers can corrode and rust onto your valves!

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Raymond. Yes, they stayed on for about an hour before removing them, I’ve put them on the end of some pencils for now 😂

  • @chrisandrews2706
    @chrisandrews2706 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video Stuart , just ordered my MG4👍

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Chris. Which one did you order and colour?

  • @garethwatson874
    @garethwatson874 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video. I think you need an upgrade to the sound system to go with the lighting. Big sub woofer in the boot? 😉

  • @Nomanspie
    @Nomanspie 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You just know those LED lights will fall off over time, the cheap adhesive never lasts very long.

  • @airrodgers7277
    @airrodgers7277 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Tire valve stem cover, you need to put some grease on those thread before screwing in…or they will get stuck to the valve stem and damaged them when you take them out…

  • @MUFC1933
    @MUFC1933 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I pick up my MG4 SE SR zone Oct 26th and I’m ordering everything you’ve just got except the valve covers 👍 ❤

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Good decision- I never used the caps after many suggestions to avoid.

  • @fredericka.
    @fredericka. ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice vidéo i m french and i will received my mg4 standard car soon.thanks for your vidéo with lots of retail 👍

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Congrats on receiving your new MG4 and I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoy mine

  • @colingoode3702
    @colingoode3702 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I agree about the lack of rear lighting in the back of the MG4, it's very dark back there. The Trophy models is even worse because it has privacy glass. I also can't understand why it has no rear middle seat head rest. No grab handles front or back either. Seems they have been very stingy on some of the "necessary" items. Lack of rear wiper is also a mistake IMO. Other than that it looks to be a good car & one that I might seriously consider when I dip my toe into the world of EV's next year.

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I’m agree Colin. Lack of lighting shouldn’t be overlooked. Having been used to no wiper with our Tesla M3, I can live without it but it must be a massive cost saving to leave it off. I agree with the tinted glass. My Std range came with privacy glass (first 2000 did) and yes it’s pretty dark.
      Agreed it’s a top car and I enjoy it as much as the Tesla

    • @syedsaadshah3263
      @syedsaadshah3263 ปีที่แล้ว

      Does anyone have recommendation for after market rear arm rest?

    • @DennisProcter
      @DennisProcter 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      My new se long range has grab rails front and back .,centre headrest, rear wiper and one pedal driving ,.great vehicle

  • @ndc5544p
    @ndc5544p ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Beware of the chrome tyre valve covers. I had some mounted on my car and it corroded due to being two different metals coming in contact. I couldn't open them up again, had to replace the valve stems.
    I also think you glued the door sill protectors wrong. No shoe will get under the door seal, but many shoes will get on the small step of the bodywork. I would've rather mounted them to cover the small step a bit to take the brunt of the people who don't raise their feet enough while jumping in the car.

  • @bdeithrick
    @bdeithrick ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Crome tyre valves will corrode on.
    The shoulder belt covers are waste n naff
    I need to buy the rear lights

  • @patrickh7368
    @patrickh7368 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey…. Quick tip …. If those valve covers are metal on the metal valves…..they can weld themselves on with time, that’s why the metal stems stick to plastic cover’s…. Just to mention…

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Patrick already removed thanks to good advice 😊👍

  • @royboydanny1415
    @royboydanny1415 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant video, Stuart. You will have to do my shopping ha,ha. How are you getting on with the car, any problems .👍

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ha ha, don’t I will buy rubbish no one needs lols. Great car. Really, really nice to drive. Dare I say nicer than our Tesla M3🤣Thanks for the positive comment and tuning in.

  • @smlok6429
    @smlok6429 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    cool

  • @brentmeistergeneral1054
    @brentmeistergeneral1054 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. I have ordered my MG4 so maybe will order some of these bits myself! Unfortunately it looks like my car won't be ready for a while - looking like end of May/June now.

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for tuning in - congrats on ordering your MG4. It may pay to shop around online for MG dealerships with stock. I’ve heard many people now waiting until the summer months for the MG4 so hopefully not too long for you

  • @r20bym
    @r20bym 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Are your number plate bulbs LED? I cant find any info as to how to replace

  • @willsbrewery3518
    @willsbrewery3518 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Have to be careful when you adjust the front seats. You could easily pull the wires off the back as they get caught round the runners etc...

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks - have gone under the rails for that reason. Just need an ice machine now for the stars in their eyes effect 😊

  • @RB-lt8kt
    @RB-lt8kt ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Don't over tighten the dust cap covers as they can seize on the valve stems.

  • @mike142sl
    @mike142sl ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi, enjoying your videos and journey into mg4 ownership. Seriously considering one myself and have a test drive booked in a couple of weeks. Can I ask how you are coping without a rear wiper?

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Mike for the great comments and for tuning in. It can be frustrating first thing in the morning. As long as a remember to preheat the car it’s fine. Rain isn’t a massive issue driving at speed but can be a pain sat in traffic. I have been told to use some special spray for it which apparently helps rain bead off quickly

    • @DennisProcter
      @DennisProcter 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Rear wiper fitted on car ordered in April delivered July along with grab handles ,centre headrest and one pedal driving.

  • @syedsaadshah3263
    @syedsaadshah3263 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does anyone have any recommendations for aftermarket rear arm rest?

  • @cloggsy1971
    @cloggsy1971 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You have to be careful with heavy valve caps. They have been know to rip the valves out of the wheel, causing a rapid deflation 😬 Steer clear IMHO!

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Clive i still have the old ones in the glove box so may pop them back

  • @bazworld
    @bazworld ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice video just put a little grease on the threads of the valve caps and you should be OK

  • @cloggsy1971
    @cloggsy1971 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Lights look good, but I wouldn’t want them plugged into the 12V socket all the time… Not great 😩

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks clive. It’s a bit of a dormant power output for me and don’t plan to use it for anything else. It’s handy to have a power off button for them, especially if I’m not using the car for long periods or on holiday etc

  • @wino99999
    @wino99999 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Some interesting items - particularly like the car mats (must get a set before I get the car), and the lights, but think with the issues of hiding the electronics and routing the lights around centre console, I would have purchased a 5V USB light set and installed the plug in the back, routing the front wires up either side of the centre console... You missed out on getting a Vehicle to load plug, or isn't that an option on the Standard Range?

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for tuning in. Mats are great and were well worth the money. The official MG ones were nearly £80.
      I thought about usb and running from the rear socket but I have pre-teens and life isn’t worth living without a charging socket lols.
      It was a £50 challenge as much as the V2L would have been great, that will be for another video. Standard range can do V2L as can ZS EV too👍

    • @wino99999
      @wino99999 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@stuart_thomas Thx for that!

    • @wino99999
      @wino99999 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@stuart_thomas In that case yep I know what you're saying - thankfully both the Grandchildren are also almost grown up so not a problem for me, although I think if I was in your position it might make me want to break out the soldering iron and try to connect it in the back of the same socket...

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@wino99999 ha ha ha! There’s always a chance of that! 👍

  • @gabry96colo
    @gabry96colo ปีที่แล้ว +1

    is there a way to install those lights by linking them to the fusebox and hiding all the wires intead of the 12v plug?

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m sure you can as many have done the same with dash cams

  • @alancarlyon3928
    @alancarlyon3928 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great blog, but the music was awful! I am still waiting on my MG4 which is meant to be in the next shipment! Did you find any window wind reflectors on your search for MG parts/accessories? I have them on my MG ZS.

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว

      At the time of filming, no I didn’t although I’m sure by now there has to be some in the wild

  • @frederickmoser4162
    @frederickmoser4162 ปีที่แล้ว

    So when can we expect to see MG4 mugs for sale?

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol - i do believe there's 10% at the moment. Use STUARTTHOMAS at the basket 👍🏻

  • @damiendye6623
    @damiendye6623 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Don't like the pointless in car lights, Matts and sill covers are nice thou

  • @rob_in_stowmarket_uk
    @rob_in_stowmarket_uk ปีที่แล้ว +1

    £23 for the mats? MG want £74! Does the MG4 not have ‘Wi-Fi’ tyre pressure readouts on the screen(s like the mk1 ZS)?

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว

      It does have tyre pressure monitors 👍

    • @rob_in_stowmarket_uk
      @rob_in_stowmarket_uk ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@stuart_thomas I thought they were built into my ZS’s valve caps. Clearly not the case.
      VW merely use(d) a ‘rolling radius - under inflated’ warning - not clear to me how an MG ‘reads’ the pressures - I say ‘read’… mine are different virtually EVERY time I check although, despite my trying to equalise them, my off-side rear is ALWAYS a smidge higher than the rest. 🙄
      Is the pressure sensor on the internal surface of each rim? 🤔

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@rob_in_stowmarket_uk hi rob I believe mg4 TPM are also in the valves. Mine have been pretty equalised since new. I check them before tests for the channel but have needed very little attention

  • @stevenmoore8394
    @stevenmoore8394 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Trust me take the dust caps off. I’ve had them seize and the valve ripped out. Just not worth it. Take them off

  • @brianmonkey1697
    @brianmonkey1697 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great way to devalue the car more…

  • @geoffmorris1769
    @geoffmorris1769 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Those valve covers will probably corrode. Be very careful.

    • @stuart_thomas
      @stuart_thomas  ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m going to remove them (to be on the safe side) 😊