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You need bulbs with multi SMD's so they light all around, rather than a focused beam like a torch.
Something like these (if it's 501 fitment like it is on my 197, I don't know though)
http://www.ultraleds.co.uk/501-194-t10-anti-bulb-warning-xenon-white-wide-angle-13-leds.html
It's a very small percentage that actually have issues though, and most are sorted under warranty. My 197 is on 62k and is on the original 'box, and aside from being hard to get into first when cold it's tickety boo.
The recaros are known to be a problem too, however a lot of that is down to...
Re: 197 Gearbox's
Mines 57 plate, October 2007.
In terms of price, you will get an R27 in that budget. I paid just under 6k for mine 6 months ago. Ok so mileage was a tad high at 57k and the belts are due now but even still I was pleased at the price.
^ this man speaks much sense! (although of course, I am biased)
I used to love the LY ones, until I saw a few in the flesh. To me it doesn't suit the 197, it's best left on the Meganes.
How about Alport height? Nipped up there earlier.
It's here http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?oe=UTF-8&hl=en&client=safari&q=alport+height&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hq=&hnear=0x48798b17a654ebcb:0x724d2951b711e77f,Alport+Height&gl=uk&sa=X&ei=KVmNUPjLCYSp0QWqpICoCQ&ved=0CC0Q8gEwAA
Here's a pic I took...
I'm just organising a mini meet for next Sunday, a few of us from 197.net etc. thread here http://www.cliosport.net/forum/showthread.php?666929-South-Normanton-Alfreton-Somercotes-etc-meet
Re: ..about to replace my battery.. should I be aware of anything before/during/after
Should be easy enough, disconnect it, unbolt it, remove it. Drop the new one in.
Does your stereo need any security codes at all? If so check you have it before you disconnect!