Head Gasket and cam-belt replaced at annual service at 42000 miles. Neither had failed just a precaution total cost including full service £220.
Starter motor replaced at 43500 miles cost £89 fitted.
Alternator just gone at 45600 (easter weekend 05 typical) £90 fitted.
The car has constantly surprised me with it's comfort and reliability, but it must be said that the annual mileages have been low to say the least. For the size of engine (1.4+105bhp) the performance is excellent, but you have to rev it to extract all the performance. With decent tyres (pirelli P700) the grip in the wet or dry is excellent at the limit it tends to drift with a slight rear bias easily controlled on the throttle. To sum up..quick..handles well..reliable..comfortable..looks good and just a good car for it's age and low mileage...
You got a service, cam belt change and head gasket for £220!!! How...Where?
Or did you do it yourself?
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