Hello again, it seems that this problem only comes on after these journeys for 15 -20 mins or so and higher speeds reached. When I go to v low speed it starts to feel a little jumpy and when accelerating away again - BANG/Judder goes the gears like it is having difficulty getting into the next higher gear, (well does it with a thump!). Gonna get the transmission serviced and oild and filter changed as above but if I am barking up the wrong tree please let me know. Just praying to my gods that it doesnt need some sort of gearbox rebuild as no way could afford £1000+. cheers Wayno