The problem is I remember the cars in the late 90's,
As for a company, all I know is they are huge, a finger in many pies, which is good for financial support/strength.
In fact I bet everyone has brought and used one of their products, as one of the companies they own is Tetley tea.
Time will tell, but I hope if they do buy them, they see its the right market and have the cash to get them back into motor racing (Le Mans 2009?)