Saldous - I don't think UK buyers got ripped off at all. Remember the 05 Base model is not the same as the 04 model (e..g., no leather, only in Black etc.) To buy a comparable 05 to the 04 one must purchase the Limited Crossfire. When you look at the MSRP for the Limited 05 and the Base 04 they are nearly identical.

What is the prognosis of you Crossfire? When I read your post it was ghastly that your dealer did nothing while you where in Boston. Frankly, if I lived in the UK, I am not sure I would have purchased the Crossfire with so many phenomenal automobiles available (i..e., Lotus Elise with rover engine). I would love to have a restored Austin Healey.