I asked all those sorts of questions as well then thought NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD- it and bought one
I test drove 6 though so go and drive a few, clutch is heavyish and is probably the most noticeable thing to consider if in nose to tail traffic
MPG 15-25 depending on journey and right foot
Nowt wrong with the Diesel I like them both or is yours not a 75?
Parts are not a problem at all although a few item are unique to the car and therefore a bit overpriced
Go and read through the threads here
http://forums.xpowerforums.com/forumdisplay.php?f=155
and useful collection of info here
http://www.spunagain.co.uk/