IME as a mechanic they are not the most reliable vehicle around. Genuine parts (suspension, brakes, etc) are bloody expensive (eg. over 100 quid for a track rod end), and pattern parts are not readily available . They are also thirsty and have ugly road manners unless you do some fairly serious sorting out of the suspension. My neighbour has one and he'll be selling it as soon as he can afford to buy somehting different. I think your boy would be better off following his Mum into a Paj or buying a Disco.
