Must be lucky. Never had a return-to-dealer issue with any Mota’ vehicles. Two Superbs were perfect. Had a Vauxhall 4×4 thing and got rid early (couldn’t get in and out without pain – car too high). First one was a diesel Mondeo and with hindsight should have sent it back – brakes were hideously oversensitive. Anything other than the lightest touch felt lke emergency stop; madam T wouldn’t drive it. I just got used to doing very careful centre pedal touch. Hardly used latest car – Cooper S 3-door. Five weeks old and 40 miles on clock! Very pleased so far; expecting scrabbling front wheels but surprisingly smooth on take-up, even out of corners. Very point-and-go; enjoyable. Ride a bit firmer than expected (test was in 4-dr which must be a bit softer on springs) but I guess I’ll get used to it.
I’m not sure you will get used to the firm ride of the Cooper S Tharg. My last car was the Mini and as much as it was enjoyable to drive and good fun all round – the harsh ride killed my lower back. We’re all different of course & with different levels of disability – but personally speaking it crippled me after a considerable drive. I hope it isn’t the same for you because they’re smashing little pocket rockets… just not for me & my lower back. I’m sure driving it rattled out a couple of my teeth too!!!