I guess it depends on what they're trying to achieve, as a modern version of the trad. (if you can have such a thing?) then I think they've achieved that well. Personally I'm not keen on the wheels or seats but maybe they won't be in the production models, think it would look better with bonnet side louvres as well. I like my Plus 8 because it looks old

but performs well

, the more wood and chrome the better for me.
Sounds like the price isn't going to be crazy so I think it'll sell well.
Steve L
1996 Plus 8