[Sir WIll]

I run a D2 S8 with LPG and its an excellent car.

More reliable and I prefer it to my D3 4.2 petrol I ran for 12 months.

D2 S8 the main and key factors to look out for:

1) Its an old car so standard buying checks, good service history and ensure everything works.

2) The gearbox will fail at some point as its a weak point of the car, therefore I would not touch one that has not had the gearbox replaced or reconditioned.

3) Cambelt, its an expensive job (£1000) and there are various thoughts on when it should be done but as a rule expect one at 75,000 and 150,000 miles or every 5 years.

4) Car is heavy on brakes/ tyres/ suspension/ steering racks so ensure they are good and working well

My mpg about 17 to 20 mpg on average, but with LPG is costs me £35 to fill up the tank and I get about 200 miles for that which is not that bad.

As for more bhp, mine is stock with 360bhp which is fine for everyday I am the kind of owner who likes to keep everything original.