So, inspection very positive, despite the poor service history - a little surface rust on the subframes, but just needs rubbings down and treating.
So I did......
Its now going to the same specialist in Lisbon for a big service, and some other minor mechanical bits and pieces, plus new front tyres to replace the 16 year old ones! There they will then undertake all the bits of cosmetic work to return it to excellent condition. Suspect it will be a few months until it makes its way down here to the Algarve, but can’t wait to be cruising around in it later in the summer.