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#828187 08/03/2025 8:06 AM
by Grumpy2
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Just filled my need for a runabout touring toy. This is my 4th and represents great bang-for-buck value. We’re off up to Northumberland for a few days this week visiting family and the bespoke luggage that came with it was a deal clincher for SWMBO. 260bhp, normally aspirated, auto (flappy paddles) yet 38 mpg cruising. Enthusiast owned and loving cared for during its first 50k, here’s to many more under our stewardship.

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#828211 Aug 3rd a 07:01 PM
by Grumpy2
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That’s correct, it’s pretty civilised with the roof up, though not as refined as an SLK. I’ve had two previously but circumstances dictated I get a more sensible car for a time. That time is now over so it’s back to a ‘proper’ sports tourer.

3 litre, 260bhp, is plenty for me and SWMBO is happy to drive it too!

Northumberland here we come….
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#828564 Aug 10th a 07:59 PM
by Grumpy2
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Back home now, approx 650 miles round trip and 38mpg overall. Including lots of motorway, bimbling round quiet country roads and a decent portion of loud pedal action.


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