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I use Tesco momentum. Usually costs the same as BP 95 Ron. Don't use ordinary supermarket fuel though.

Or you can use ' man maths' to justify the £555. Wife's Aygo, £0.00. My Prius shopping etc car £10.00. The ISF, £555.00. Total, £565 divided by 3. £188 each. Not so bad then!!

Agree with above. Ive kept my ex taxi Prius. 187,000 miles, so not worth very much, despite being in very good condition. Had it since 57,000 miles, and maintained it regardless of cost, so know it well. Tax, MOT, a service and insurance costs me about £6.00 per week over a year now. Use it for shopping and running about. I'm retired now, and firing up the burbling monster makes every journey an exciting event....and so, so worth it.

Can't help with the supply. There should be a little catch chord with a barb on it that threads through the cover so that it dangles if coming out. Suggest getting that as well if it's gone.

I just don't get all this depth of colour business. All the polishing is not touching the colour, only the clear lacquer covering it. Years ago, you were enhancing cellulose. I have a Prius that gets a quick going over with Mr Sheen after a wash and looks very presentable. I've fallen into the trap though and use Meguars products on the ISF, but only because of the Halfords gold discount.

I have a Prius as well. My alarm always goes off if a phone is left inside. I used it as a Taxi, and a customer dropped hers under a seat. That night the alarm was constantly going off. Eventually left the car unlocked to stop it. Found the phone next morning when the office called me.

Didn't really buy as an investment, just always had an interest. Whilst it may not gain , it certainly shouldn't depreciate. Recently having a grandson pushed me a bit. Something nice for him in 18 years if I'm no longer around!

Ordered a Rolex Submariner non date 19 weeks ago and picked it up yesterday. Very lucky, as there seem to be huge waiting lists for the sports models. So much so, that unworn examples command a fairly high premium over list price. The dealer insisted on removing the protective stickers and retained the guarantee for 6 months, to discourage selling it on. Haven't even put it on yet or had the bracelet altered. Put masking tape on the back and sides to protect it and put it aside. Better than money in the bank. Also have a very battered Oyster, purchased 1989. Omega Chronostop, 1972. And Various Citizen Eco Drives for daily wear.

Yes, really wonderful cars as MarkG says, ( I've got his old one ). Had it 6 months now, and really feel at home with it. Haven't seen another one yet, and I love the fact that people just don't know what they are. And the noise, that wonderful noise when you open her up.......

64 years old, 2 cars on separate policies, fully comp, both max NCD, protected, wife driving, etc etc. 2008 Prius runaround, £237.16 2011 5 litre V8 ISF, funcar, £239.27!!! Yep, £2.11 difference. I did check to make sure there hadn't been a mistake. Obviously being an old git and eligible for Saga has benefits!!

A number of cyclists have had expensive bikes stolen because their Strava route started from their house and theives worked out where they lived. If you do use it, make sure your start point is well away from it.

I seem to get a different reading every time I check the level. It seems about right 5 minutes after switching off, as the manual recommends. I've had other cars which have shown a different level on the other side of the stick! Using a rag that has previously had polish on it can also cause a different reading. Clean the dipstick with thinners or similar and try again with a clean rag or tissue.

I would rather change at 60k miles or six years. After having problems removing on some cars, trying to get a restricted access plug out that's been in there for 12 years is something I wouldn't relish. Unless by that time you've sold the car....

I really don't think sellers push the emphasis on warranty enough. Most on here know the cars are bullet proof, but I imagine most potential buyers don't know this. Many will have looked at the main contenders, C63 and M3 etc, read about the problems on the forums, and been put off. They may then assume the F range is the same. I chose my ISF in June after much research here and elsewhere. I realised I could buy a very high performance car, and have a warranty until it was 12 years old! Purchased from Lexus Coventry at 7 years old, it came with the usual 12 months warranty. At the same time I also signed up for the 2 for 1 extended warranty at £66 x 12 months. Total 3 years. My intention is to keep the car for 2 years. I can then try to sell privately with the balance of the warranty being transferrable. If I keep it, I can renew the warranty before it's 10 years old and within mileage limit, hopefully for another 2 years. I hope my assumptions are correct. Shoot me down if not!!

Not a design flaw, just progress I guess. Older cars used to have seams as part of the build process which used to form gutters. Worst is water on a hatchback that pours into the car when opening. Used to have a 96 Mercedes C180 with a single wiper. When the screen was wet and the wife approached, a flick of the wiper always caught her with a quick shower, every time!!

Having a 2007 Prius, and previously using it as a Taxi for 5 years, I would say yes, replace it. The inconvenience of getting into the car and seeing the 'red triangle of death' is annoying, especially if you need the vehicle for work. The only problems us drivers had seemed to revolve around the 12v battery, causing odd electrical glitches. The majority of us would replace after 3 years, or when purchasing a 'new' vehicle if the age of the battery was unknown. For about the cost of £90, the loss of a mornings takings and inconvenience was avoided. It was a small regular price to pay for the otherwise superb reliability.

Playing around on the DVLA site, came across L15 FSO. With a bit of spacing, L* ISF 5*0 . Not really for me as I already have a couple, but for £250 all in, may appeal as a show plate to someone

Mark. Don't forget I bought it from Coventry....

I think the ISF is already a classic. I bought my USB with white leather because it's a beautiful vehicle. Everyone that sees it loves the colour combination, and it does have a 'wow' factor. Whilst I don't think it will increase in value, I do think and hope that it will stabilise and not loose too much. Because of the few numbers, future purchasers will seek them out. They will not fall into the hands of the people that have abused early M3's and C63's. These were on my look at list, but their problems and reliability put me off, and I wanted something of distinction, hence my choice. Mine isn't a garage queen, but I cherish it and don't use it everyday. In 11 weeks since purchase, I've put 1500 miles on it . Being retired , we use it for afternoons out etc. The Prius does shopping trips and running around and anything that involves nasty carparks. Cars from my earlier days are classics now. Stag, Scimitar, RS 2000 and five XR4i's etc. Wish I'd kept them!! So here's hoping .....

Still no melting, still sounds lovely......

I bought the blue one mentioned above from Coventry. Used to belong to Markg. I'd been lurking on here beforehand to get some idea of what to look out for concerning the ISF. Saw it advertised and did an MOT history check which showed the brakes needed attention. Armed with this information I viewed the car, looking at the pads and discs carefully. I didn't want my purchase to be influenced by the sound of the V8, so didn't start it, let alone drive it! When looking at the service history, the brakes had been done, so had no worries. I didn't drive it because I know a quick trial up the road would not be long enough to fully understand it, and would be a waste of time when being offered with the Lexus warranty, and also my purchase of the 2 years extension. Deal done, I went home and looked about getting the exhaust done, but because I hadn't signed up here, had no idea of the history! 4 days later was pick up time. Driving home along the M45 on my own, I thought, bleedin' hec., this sounds nice!! Arriving home, the wife asked what I'd bought! Next day, looked underneath, and hey presto exhaust all done. Thanks Mark! ( and I still love it ) So yes I bought it unknowingly, but in my case a good result, and there's enough history on here as proof that I purchased a modified car

Yes, the NSU Ro80 was interesting. Very ahead of it's time, and mine was converted to the Ford V4 engine .Good in some ways, not in others...The clutch and gearbox took some getting used to. Or at least no clutch. Touching the gear knob was all it took. Pulling away, you had to remove your hand from the gear lever to move forwards, or you sat there reving! The RS 2000 was a MK2. Red with black vinyl roof, shovel front and fishnet headrests. Must be worth a fortune now. The Vitesse was a 69 MK2 saloon, white, imitation rostyles etc. Purchased from an auction in sad condition. Got in it, thought 'this is quick' and then spun it at the first roundabout! Looked around it carefully next morning to discover a 2.5 conversion. There were 3 crossply tyres and one radial on the rear. Nuff said!! Sadly no pics, pre digital days

Yes, I am an enthusiast. Previous cars in no particular order. Frogeye Sprite, MGB GT, Stag, RS 2000, 5 x XR4i, Ro80, Scimitar GTE, Triumph Vitesse......

Time to officially introduce myself after a couple of posts. I've just purchased KM11EFO from Lexus Coventry. As most of you will know, it used to belong to MarkG. I considered all the usual candidates, C63, M3 etc but looking at the forums with all the trouble they seem to have, the IFS seemed the best choice. With a years warranty, and the option of a further 2, it was a no brainer. The 'fuel economy' and insurance cost was also a consideration, after driving a Prius as a taxi for many years. I'm retired now and wanted some fun. Driving home from Coventry I managed 28.6 mpg. Driving down to Devon 29.6, and returning, with a bit of 'playing', 30.6 mpg. Well pleased. I'm obviously not trying hard enough!!!! Insurance. Seems being an old git pays dividends. Saga, fully comp, 13 years NCD, £239.27. ( I did check this many times) Yep £2.11p more than my Prius!!!!!! which I'm keeping as a town runaround. Well Mark, thanks for looking after it, be assured it's gone to a good home to be cherished.

Just to let you know, I'm the new proud owner of KM11EFO, recently purchased from Lexus Coventry. Used to belong to Markg. On holiday at the moment with very intermittent internet, so will update soon.