Ginetta - everyday use?

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I'm in the market for a new car.

I really like the look of Ginettas. Just wondering whether they are particularly dependable cars? I work in london during the week and tend to drive back home to Wiltshire at the wknds. I only do about 5k miles a year.

I want something fast and fun, but also reliable and with weather gear. Would a Ginetta fit the bill or are they a lot of work to keep on top of?

i like the look of the g27 and the g20 (But do g20s have weather gear?)

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I've been doing some research on these cars. I beginning to like the idea of them. From what I've read they seem reliable.

I'm not too worried about creature comforts or the car steaming up (he says having driven a e320cdi elegance for the past 18 months and never actually been in a steamed up car). My only real concern is getting from a to b without breaking down...

Anyone got any thoughts on g27 versus g33?

There looks to be a nice g27 in the classifieds...the yellow one.

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Right, I'm getting properly keen now.

I've contact Adrian Flux for an insurance quote...if it seems reasonable, I think I might actually get a g27.

Are there any other insurers people recommend trying out?

I did actually run a quote through elephant for a g27 option. But they only had one engine model to select, which was a 2 litre. The quote came through at a very reasonable £350 though.

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How are g27s for leaving outside?

I don't have a garage. Woudl you be comfortable leaving one outside year round? Can electrics get wet etc?