When I brought my plus 8 in 2012, I was very concerned about placing a large deposite with the dealer and got it underwitten by MMC.
Similar issue for me Martin. I was asked for significant deposit (more than half the total cost) when I purchased my new 4/4 in 2011.
The Morgan dealer contract also demanded I make full payment well in advance of collection - I had no choice.
Fortunately, that contract was via a large European car sales entity with a clean history so I took the chance.
It is reasonable to know what is behind ELLIOT RUSSELL LONGMUIR PATERSON and his 100, one pound shares