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Since: 21/12/2006
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Andy,
Welcome to MF.
So, looking for a GS? Thats a fine choice (though I am very biased!).
There's load on here about what to look for. Probably the absolute golden rule is get it inspected, ideally by a specialist. It'll cost you a couple of hundred quid, but it will mean you go in with your eyes open.
In terms of running costs, an annual at a specialist can be pretty reasonable, £4-500. Larger services when they're due will cost more but will be very dependant on what else needs doing, I'd expect around £1k or so. Clutches can be good money though so make sure that you check wear as a part of the pre purchase inspection.
In terms of what to look for, if you're going for an 04-05 car, you're most likely going to end up with technical cloth (the seats and dash have a material which sort of looks like carbon fibre on them) - this is seen as an aquired taste. Personally, I went for full leather, but I can see tech cloth becoming the choice of the enthusiast in future as I dont think its on any other car.
Price wise, these cars are pretty milage sensitive. I would say that they can take the miles though, so dont be affraid of a leggy one if its been looked after.
If you have a car in mind, post it up on here....there's a good chance someone will know it or will have been to see it, so tis always worth asking.
Good luck in your search and do pop back to ask additional questions.
Cheers
Woody
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2007 GranSport LE, Nero Carbonio with full beige, nero piping
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