My thoughts exactly

Don't break it Ran, as rich said, they are rare enough, even if it allows others to stay on the road yours isn't written off or beyond salvage...

Weren't you looking to buy for rent ? If so, why don't you buy something further afield which will be cheaper and still get you on the property ladder.

Might allow you to keep the cossie, even if under wraps for a while, saves petrol, insurance, etc...