You might be able to find one slightly cheaper but it's worth paying more for a cherished example. It's a modern classic so you'll need to be prepared for regular maintenance bills – as with any 17-year-old car, really. Make sure all the gears operate correctly without any whining or grinding. The clutch replacement on these is quite a big job, so if it's already been done that's a bonus. Watch out for signs it might need doing if not (if it's particularly heavy or has a high bite point, for example). Oil leaks are common and head gasket problems aren't unheard of, so check the levels under the bonnet and look for signs of coolant/oil mixing. Make sure all the electrics work and the roof goes up/down easily.