Erm....
I wouldn't. But I've become very cynical over the last few days
If I was you I'd take a look at what your car is worth, then add 6k to that figure, and go have a look on auto trader and see whats in that price bracket....
You'll get a shock at what you can get that will humble a 230 FWD ford escort.
But, at the end of the day it's your car mate. If you want to spend the cash on it you probably will.