Faults:

Diesel Pump leaked, needed to replace it

Air conditioning won't turn off!

General Comments:

Built for comfort, not for speed is how I would best sum up this car. I bought it for comfort as I do a vast number of kilometers each year and suffer with a bad back. The leather upholstery and driving position are quite fabulous.

The gear change is just as I remember from the early Fords I have owned in the UK, smooth, easy and an absolute treat for the driver.

Handling can be a little awkward on some of the windier narrow roads here in rural France, but it is just great for longer trips and motorway driving.

The car is a bit of a head-turner as it is quite rare, and enthusiasts stop me to talk about it. I've been offered nearly twice as much as I paid for the car by one enthusiast, but it's not for sale! I will really miss it when the time comes for it to go. I'm hoping it will last me at least another five years.