Daz, Thanks ever so much for the information, Im in the process of leaving the classic car scene (i currently own a 1966 GT6) lovely car but not suitable for taking the family out, so its time for a change. What is the VANOS (Is this the valve train) im guessing if there is lots of top end rattlle one should walk away.... Once my GT6 is sold I will start looking at the local dealers, as i think this will be the safest option as i will no doubt get some form of Warrenty!! Ta Mat