Had an appointment with the man from the Ministry of Transport this morning. He gave my 250 a thorough checking and declared that it was absolutely fine, and a lovely car!
While I was there I noticed a rather nice 1930's Bentley tucked away in a corner of the workshop. "Ah! That belongs to Mr Davies, he was just admiring your car!" explained the mechanic.
I thought that was a nice compliment.... A good day! On-line to tax it now (might wait until Tuesday though).
Engine seems a bit lumpy and under-powered, but it has not really been driven for 18 months, and the mechanic said 18 month old fuel will not help. I'll fill it with premium gasoline once it's taxed, then see if it improves.
Just have to finish off the chrome side grills, windscreen trim and headlights - and boot handle but this will not be ready before Stoneleigh as I still have to get it chromed. Thanks to Wayne for posting it to me - should arrive today.
Also booked in next week to replace the tatty red hood with a nice new black one.........