Hot on the heels of Ken I regret that I too have to report that I am a crossfire owner no more.

With Tony and I both working from home and rarely having much need for a vehicle we have decided that it is stupid to have 2 cars any more. Our PT Cruiser is now 6 and showing a lot of wear and tear, last year £1100 for MOT due to major brake overhaul and this year £1300 due to steering rack being replaced plus a few other things. The chrome alloys are corroded inside so it needs 4 new wheels soon and will need tyres in the next 12 months.Too expensive for us to continue with it.

As for my crossfire it needs a service (2nd) at £277 quoted, tax is up in Sept as is insurance. As far as I know there are no defects with it that would cause expense but it is almost 4 years old and I worry about major parts failing over the next 2 years. The PT was faultless for 4 years and became expensive in year 5 onwards.

We were offered an excellent deal on a Sebring and will take delivery early next week. I got the Sebring free plus some cash and it has all the gizmos fitted including the fancy radio/sat nave/dvd player. It is 09 plate delivery miles only. No MOT for 3 years, warranty,breakdown cover and taxed for 12 months in the £215 band. The car suits our needs perfectly as it has a big boot for my luggage when we go away and I go shopping.

I really enjoyed coming to the meets and meeting up with you great folks we had some good times together. Adios Amigos.

Jean & Tony