Thanks for the info guys.
Apparently it's an ex demonstrator from Japan. Been here about 6 months. I am a little suspect, as 4k for 4 years would be extreamly rare. The engine bay looked almost spotless. I think it may have been used for some "advertising" for the dealer at certain track meets or something and there are a few superficial marks on the body, maybe from shipping alone. Everything is totally stock so posibly joy rides for interested buyers of later models ie '00 & '01? Haven't driven it or really checked it out yet, obviously I will before buying tho....
Is there anyone in Melbourne that could be recomended to do a check? Willing to pay for services of course...