The car is described as being 'more a maintained car than a restored car – active all its long life' and having been 'used, and abused, and dented, and dinged, and repaired and re-deployed.' While it has been maintained and preserved, its history of racing and repairs suggests it is not in pristine condition. However, its cosmetic damage was largely repaired after a crash. Therefore, a rating of 'Very Good' seems appropriate, considering its well-maintained status despite its active and occasionally rough past.