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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    More money than sense!

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Love it! - Booked for a prom!

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, one of the last of the real wood and leather.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    No plans.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £7,800

    When did you buy the car?

    July 2013

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Paid a reasonable price based on condition.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Wanted a modern classic.

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Life expired suspension bushes and mountings made for a horrible drive. All now replaced and now combines good handling with superb ride.

    What's it like to park?

    No problem.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Usual problem of broken thermostat housing, Underside rusty needed welding - as expected.

    What's most practical about your car?

    A dcent sized boot for a 2 door GT.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Who needs gadgets with a car as good looking as this!