I've owned this car for four years and some 60,000 miles and am only selling now because a company car has arrived. During this time it has been 100% reliable - far and away the best car I've ever owned. It's been serviced religiously by the book using fully synthetic oils and has only been run on Shell Optimax or V-Power. I guess I'd have to call myself a mature owner (I'm also a memberof the IAM) and while I enjoy and use the performance, I always make sure that engine and transmission oils are warmed through first.

The only mods from standard are long range Cibie lights wired to come on with main beam (or I can replace the original fogs, if preferred) and a CD/radio.

Tyres are Goodyear Eagle F1, about one third worn and the car is taxed and tested. Colour is metallic green. I had a tow bar fitted but note that this was to tow a small trailer to carry my son's racing kart; not a heavy caravan!

Mileage is about average for the age at 99k.

The engine uses no oil at all between services and the whole car is taght and rattle free.

In summary, I reckon this is really genuine example that has been used but not abused and has been well looked after. I'm asking £4,750 and the car is in Maidenhead, Berkshire.

Oh yes, it also has an interesting plate: V4 MMB so if you're called Marmaduke Maurice Birtles (or something) you've really got no choice other than to buy it!

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