Content by dsimpkins in January, 2026

Will it have the revised steering column stalks like the Brazilian ones shown on another thread so the issue of accidently turning off the headlights is resolved? Interior light in the rear, and auto dipping rear view mirror on all models?

Improved steering column stalks. Looks like they've addressed the issue where you accidently turn the headlights off going from full to dipped beam.

What about these car club schemes where you pay per mile to drive?

Those are both good points. The springs sold are colour coded, and so you can specify stronger/weaker ones or go for shorter length. Strut power is likely neglible. If they could achieve the same self opening effect by increasing strut power, why are the helper springs needed?

Boat anchor?

I've found that you can just buy those helper springs, and add them to your existing struts. The ends of the strut usually just unscrew, then add the spring, reattach the end, and refit to the car. There are various options on length of spring. Would someone who has fitted these be kind...

Mine after a thorough clean, polish, and wax