Sit rep - I've done a few miles in it now, and I've made a list on what needs to be fixed on my new purchase:
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Passenger side window motor works but window itself won't go down. Not a huge issue for me because it's fully closed.
Speed sensor needs replacing (already on order)
Drivers side mirror won't fold, but passenger side does.
CD changer doesn't seem to work, but radio does.
1 blown bulb.
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Sounds like a lot, but the car costs me 1700 quid, and I still have 6 months ticket left on it so I don't have much to worry about right now
The BIG plus points:
It's externally sound, with no dents or rust.
Engine sounds good, with no nasty knocks
Gearbox is silky smooth
And most importantly.....
IT'S NOT IN FRICKING LIMP MODE!