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Thanks for reply Trevor, I checked the temps. yesterday after returning from the 'longer journey', they were both about 55 DegC +/- a few degrees, they probably cooled down a bit by the time I'd dug out the temp. gun though. I'll try again directly after some braking. I didn't think they were binding, as the car rolls quite easily. The slider pins (with the 7mm hex socket) were cleaned up with fine wet&dry and a little copper grease applied. I'll have a look at the hoses again, although nothing seemed to 'jump out' whilst changing the disks. I also wonder if the new 'grippier' disks/pads would highlight another issue under braking in the suspension somewhere? After checking hoses, I think next step is to replace the rears anyway (corroded on inside as well), a bit more bedding in and if still persists get checked on a brake tester, will advise any progress. Cheers.

Thank you! That's one thing I have also been thinking, and assuming with more power, a manual would handle it better overall? The one I am currently looking at is a manual I think a remap would definitely be the first thing on the cards and then progress from there. I will do! Thanks bud Gagz

Hey Trevor thanks for looking.. Looks like il have to be patient for a while! Also just seen I posted in the wrong forum... Ooops! Thanks Ben

Hello Lee, Couple of important points:- What damage has been caused to this vehicle to render it a Category C "write off" (beyond economical repair) by the insurers? If there isn't any apparent body damage, has it been flood damaged for example and just cleaned up? Who is selling it and why? Have they acquired it simply to sell it on, or are they now selling it on because they now know it's damage history and just want to get rid of it? So, you need its claim history, and an assessment of the current state of the car and whether it is driveable/able to be tested and assessed. Also (important) - what year is it? Hope this helps a bit, but it's really doing your homework time, and if you cannot get the honest answers then I guess you walk away, or perhaps take a brave chance. Kind regards, Gareth.