Hello from the colonies. While you have all been sleeping I have fitted my new side steps which I ordered through Aliexpress. They seem solid and as described, No instructions but easy enough to fit - just fiddly really. Took about an hour and a half for the first side and about an hour for the second side. No drilling. No need to remove or cut into the plastic under trays. Fitted with the mud guards in place. No need to jack the car up - just a lot of crawling around - thank heavens for garage carpet
So we will see but very pleased at this stage. Note in the packing that " If you are not happy we will service you until you are completely satisfied" - can't ask for better than that !!