Hi Andy, I've had my D just over a year and use it almost everyday in the summer. I've done 7000 miles since I got it (including a trip to the south of France) and in my experience it's been almost totally reliable - certainly more so than my modern car (an Alfa). Running costs are not bad either (25ish mpg) and as you'll probably gather from the club parts are rarely a problem. My only reservation about using it as my only car is that I don't want it to deteriorate and I'm reluctant to drive it on salty roads in the winter. I also can't get a quote for unlimited mileage insurance!! My advice is get one - they're such a thrill to own, you wont regret it! Stuart 16686 PS. I'm starting uni in Derby/Nottingham in September and I'm sure it'll be up there sometimes so you're welcome to a ride if you need any more convincing! --- In doc-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "wheelspin_2003" <andy.wheelspin@xxxx> wrote: > You use you' as an every day car then?. That was going to be one of > my first questions, what are they like to use everyday?, running > costs?, MPG?, spares etc. > > I work at Bowler Offroad in Hazelwood, north Derby, and I would love > a close look arround your car sometime. Thanks for the kind offer. > > I'm off to the web site now to print off that membership form. > > Cheers, Andy W.