this is what he has sent me: iv had mine just over a year. fantastic car and very reliable. never broke down for me allthough i have had work done on her to make sure shes mechanically sound. had gearbox reconditioned when i bought her, had all new engine mounts, new c.v joints, brand new custom exhaust system with lifetime guarentee, new performance 4-2-1 manifold, new powertec airfilter, oil + filter changes every 5000 miles (magnatec oil), not once has she ever been 'redlined' or 'thrashed', never ran out of fuel as i always make sure shes got full tank every payday (thursdays). i have receipts for all work. only reason why im considering swap is because it would be good with a baby on way it makes sense having less power and 5 doors. my skoda is worth about £3000 if that it is just loosing me money everyday!