Finished in silver with contrasting dark cloth sports upholstery and red seatbelt detailing, this compact three-door hot hatch presents as a smart, unspoilt example of the breed. It sits on its correct multi-spoke alloy wheels, behind which red brake calipers hint at the car’s sporting intent, while the cabin retains its original three-spoke steering wheel, alloy-capped pedals and factory audio system. The odometer shows 68,975 miles at the time of cataloguing.
The vendor informs us that the car is accompanied by its original wallet containing handbooks and a well-stamped service schedule, supplemented by a folder of invoices and recent MOT certificates. The service book shows numerous entries over the years, including recent maintenance by specialists, with a cambelt and water pump change recorded in 2023 and further servicing carried out in 2024 at around 67,800 miles. An MOT is in place until October 2026, and the paperwork on file is said to support the indicated mileage and ongoing care.
Launched in the early 2000s, this lightweight 1.6-litre performance derivative took the familiar city-car recipe and injected it with genuinely grown-up dynamics. Aluminium panels, uprated suspension and brakes, and a close-ratio six-speed gearbox contributed to lively performance and impressive cross-country pace, while compact dimensions made it an ideal everyday companion. Limited numbers and a strong enthusiast following have since seen these cars recognised as modern classics in their own right.
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Supplied with book pack, stamped service schedule and supporting invoices
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Recent cambelt and water pump replacement, with MOT to October 2026
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Desirable 1.6-litre hot hatch showing 68,975 miles at time of cataloguing
