Recorded mileage is 45k, possibly true according to MOT's going back to 1981 (36k) and showing many years of non use. Splits in the seams of both front seats seem a little harsh for such little use, but pedal rubbers look genuine. The boot is pretty tidy and the interior carpets not bad at all; haven't got down to the floors yet! Under bonnet is very average but not completely filthy and it has obviously been dry stored when not in Use. It belonged in the same family nearly all its life, apparently, but when I get the V5 I will get the history from the DVLA.
The last MOT, 2011, states severe chassis rot in all four corners close by but not directly affecting suspension components, and corroded break pipes fore and aft plus a couple of other bits.
So, next plan is a chat with Paul in Bristol. The car was fairly priced, I feel, and there is room to spend reasonable sums without going mad. My last restoration was a really rotten Jensen-Healey that was totally uneconomic, saved somewhat because it was the first one, but it still only achieved half of what was spent when I sold it!
Thanks for your interest, I'll keep posting.