1. I believe the current dash is like this one("anniversary" model now adopted across range)
http://fp.images.autos.msn.com/merismus/gallery/c459732a.jpg2. A motolita wheel will cost about £150 depending on choice, fitted by your dealer.
3. Black everflex "new style" hood is standard.
4. Steering column shroud and switchgear is from Land Rover Freelander I think and is perfectly functional though utilitarian. Can be covered in leather aftermarket. Mine has a black interior so the standard item looks just fine IMO - more of an issue with a coloured interior, if it matters to you.
5. Loads of images around, just Google for them. Also on the MMC website, dealers websites etc. Better still go and look at the cars.
6. Google again. I think there are some on this site with two tone finishes.
7. The engine probably could go 20k between oil changes, but for many people that would be 7 or 8 years! It's still a traditional car with relatively few sealed-for-life components, so does need a bit more checking, adjusting and lubrication, but at least it's possible to do this easily and cheaply in most cases unlike many "modern" cars. Owner servicing is perfectly possible, again unlike many new cars.
8. The kingpin is the main sliding component of the front "sliding pillar" suspension and is subject to wear, grit, etc. It needs regular greasing, I was advised every 500-1000 miles. The new ones are stainless and last longer than they used to, but they are not a particularly expensive part. I think they are meant to last much longer particularly if in regular use, but with a low mileage and infrequent use, spending the winter laid up in your garage, who can say? Others will know far more about this than I do.
