On the other hand - (Im not a DL owner, but a rather clumsy, non mechanical tech-head who can cut himself turning a sheet of paper, and better classified as a DL-wannabee) - all the 'problems' discussed here are discussed in terms of the solution(s) that are being tried or have worked. You just dont get that with motor cars these days...its dealer only and pull out and replace, rather than repair or fix. The car comes across as at least maintenance friendly as it was so designed...and its also clear why the mainstream car internationals were so against it at the time.... I think this list puts DMC vehicles much more into 'creative hobby' than 'car list' category. Its fascinating...and I can dream...one day... Dr. Carl Littlejohns N.Wales