great cars, phase 2 have the darker trim and boot release button to wow you lol!!

They do rust, especially on the arches and around rubbers.

The engine can go tits up if they haven't been serviced, seems to be around the 50k oddly from what i have seen over the years - symptoms will be burning oil then the dredded knock.

Also look out for the spring in the gear stick going, this is a box out job as it is inside, although driveable still.

In general though they are very nippy little relaible cars, basic but good fun and still look good. Just try and get one that has been well serviced to avoid engine failure.

I have had three
silver with 50k on the clock and never failed me
red with 100k on the clock and was a belter, drove like the 50k car
Blue with 80k and was a little tired but still great and reliable.

check out www.zsoc.com for some bargains.