Checked my levels this morning before going out as I do every Saturday and on opening the expansion bottle it released pressure which smelled like exhaust/petrol fumes. I checked the coolant, thats not oily, and checked the oil which fortunately isnt creamy. I had noticed the car was using a little water over the past couple of months but couldnt find a reason for it. Now Im thinking its possible signs of gasket failure, and hoping its nothing more serious, again!!

Its stage 3, 23psi and Im not sure what gasket it currently runs, could be standard for all I know.

Just thought Id post and see if you lot think the same?