Thanks for the advice, no i wasnt offered an extended warranty.still feel robbed that after only 4 months after warranty runs out its going to cost me over £1,000. only done 36000 miles. just hope its the last for a bit(well couple of years anyway) I think servicing and repairs such a rip off prices now a days. they make the cars, so you cant do anything yourself anymore. Again thanks for your time and help