Cheers andyrew, there's only the 3 of us - i drove my dad's 413 when i was younger. He had it for about 12 years and it was really reliable over that time which was one reason I was attracted back to them. Admittedly, it was rust that did for it in the end but it really felt like it didn't owe anyth...

Hi, I'm considering getting an SJ, would like to find a nice example around '86 reg. However, as these cars are getting older, I'm wondering how difficult it is to get spares or get them repaired as it will be a family car. I wonder if anyone can advise - for example, would i realistcally be able to...

Thanks for your replies, feelin' welcome Are the SJ's particularly expensive to insure? Didn't think they would be. Not really a problem for me as have 5+ yrs ncd but was planning to put gf on insurance and she's only been driving about 2 yrs.

Hi, Just joined the forum - my Dad had an '86 413 when I was a teenager / new driver so, of course, I drove it more than he did! It was unstoppable and became a well-loved wagon with me & my mates. Now, many years later, I find myself after a new car, something my new-driver gf can drive so have...