Thanks to all for your replies!!
Lots of food for thought. I am also concerned about the mileage on the raddo. I've actually gone a bit mad, I test drove an EVO 2 GSR today, what a difference to the raddo!! I'm swaying toward an EVO now! And to think I've been driving a clapped out Audi 80 quattro for the past 6yrs too!! I'll let you know which way I jump.
cheers for now.