• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Mid life crisis

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

    Generally liked by all, a neighbour is a little upset thats its faster than his brand new Suburu Impreza turbo!

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No, Esprit next time despite the reliability issues

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Esprit

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £4,500

    When did you buy the car?

    December 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Was cat C accident damaged but expertly repaired, payed around £1000 under list due to the history

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Excellent

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    It rattles, shakes and vibrates at the traffic lights but the fun factor more than makes up for it....it's a hand built British car!

    What's it like to park?

    Easy

  • Living with it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Only the after market thatcham imobilisor let me down once.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Nothing

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Soft top and Turbo Boost!