Alright gents, Block 10, jims terrano, Don Simon, Emjaybee thanks for your input, much appreciated!
There's rust on the two front wings which I know is standard for these wagons, but nowhere else on the body. The bottom's been treated but has rust coming through in a few spots.
With regards to the rest of the car nothing else was said at the garage so as far as I know it's all good, though an experienced enthusiasts eye could ferret out the finer details.
Thank you for pointing me to the Trading Standards. I was wondering if there was anything I could do legally. It seemed a protracted legal battle just wasn't worth it but if there's a body that deals it, saweeeeet!
Banshee, I'm steel reeling from that offer, trying to figure out what it all means. It was the final knock out blow after all these good times I been having. What's the final cost after all's said and everything's done - lock, stock and barrel?