Iain. Thanks for your advice. I think compounded with the general consensus on here I shall scrap the idea of buying new and indeed have them refurbished. To be absolutely honest, they aren't bad, just a little bubbling on two wheels and one lost some of its paint, the other being virtually perfect. Judging by the others advice, it seems the logical route. I shall research some prices locally; as you say, there is plenty of competition, but quality is the important factor of course. I'm having the bodywork re-polished in Carnuba wax by Swiss and it'll look showroom condition again by summer. I don't use the car enough to be honest, spends months in the garage unused; years at one point! Thank you again Iain. Regards Geoff