He really likes the car. Wants to keep it if possible, despite the unexpected repair costs. He's also spent a couple of grand on "extras" such as having cruise control fitted.....

The garage he took it to is being very helpful. They are detailing precisely what heeds to happen and what it will cost to get it back into its proper state and pass the MOT prior to starting the work. To the extent that they came to the conclusion that the hit to the wheel, track rods, suspension etc must have been huge and they are getting an expert in to check that the chassis isn't bent anywhere. They have said that the bodywork is original......