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@JalopyUK

9 years

The grim, distressing and crippling reality of #Christmas in 2015.

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1 year

Pretty lame thing to do - but happy birthday to my car. 40 today.

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@JalopyUK

2 years

Happy 40th birthday to the Ford Sierra. As many know, I own what is thought to be the only remaining UK registered Base spec car left. Being honest, I did hope that a mag or publication would want us for the anniversary, but no. ☹️ Have a couple of pics anyway.

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@JalopyUK

9 months

My twenty-four year old Toyota has one of the simplest but best features ever. Heated Mirrors! Check this out. -2 this morning and solid ice on the glass. 😍

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Having sold two cars over the last 6 months - this is, quite bizarrely, the best car I now own. 39 years old (like myself) and unbelievably handsome (which is where the comparisons end). Hurrah for rubbish cars who still proudly walk their beat.

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@JalopyUK

9 months

Couldn't believe my eyes when, on my way to work this morning, this diesel Maestro whizzed in front of me like it was the most normal thing on earth. What a glorious old Doris.

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@JalopyUK

9 months

Couldn't believe my eyes when, on my way to work this morning, I saw the exact same diesel Maestro that caused me to not believe my eyes just yesterday. Two days running! What a babe. What. A. Babe.

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@JalopyUK

11 months

Ooof! What a photo. Flintshire (Shotton). Can anyone work out the year though?

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@JalopyUK

10 months

Beautiful Cambridge strikes again with its eccentric inhabitants and left-field motoring choices. Can anyone name what it is within 3 seconds though?!

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Back in 2016, a nice fellow off of the internet suggested a meet up one Sunday afternoon. So - straight after my radio show - we went to Burger King in Milton Keynes and this happened. #FordSierra

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@JalopyUK

2 years

Every time I get itchy feet about selling this old thing, I'll come back to it looking resplendently shite and all is forgiven.

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@JalopyUK

1 year

Christmas 1995 in Cambridge - looking down on the railway station car park (when it wasn’t £12.50 to stop). Which is your favourite? I reckon I’d take the Sapphire, although a new R8 would be wonderfully average. You?

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@JalopyUK

11 months

The bloke gets saved from an upturned Robin Reliant by a legend, and still puts Phil Oakey into a popularity contest with Jarvis Cocker. Unbelievable. 🤣

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@JeremyClarkson

11 months

Discussion over a long lunch. Which is the best pop song? Common People or Don’t You Want Me Baby?

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10 months

Sheffield, 1979. What’s your favourite? So much choice!

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Five years ago TODAY:a few of us chipped in to buy this old heap. Then, quite bizarrely, I became rather fond of it. Tonight it passed another MOT, ready for its 38th year of motoring. It’s weird seeing something once so “futuristic” look so old. But that’s mostly why I like it

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@JalopyUK

2 years

Low spec Ford goodness at #Felixstowe today 🥰

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@JalopyUK

1 year

"Living the Dream" (Idiom). The state of believing that your life is at the pinnacle of everything you could possibly want.

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@JalopyUK

1 year

It’s 1984 in a rather pleasant part of Ipswich, my home town. The fire brigade have an open day, and they’re doing a demonstration on an old banger. One marathon chocolate bar to anyone who can identify the vehicle.

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@JalopyUK

1 year

This time around it’s early 80s Peterborough. Two cars to identify (bonus points for the official colour of the car on the right) Go!

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@JalopyUK

3 years

A sad moment as our faithful old partner left the family today. After 269,800 miles - countless smiles - sporting victories - crushing defeats - endless roadtrips - the odd disagreement - and bringing Albie home from hospital, the innings is declared.

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@JalopyUK

1 year

1981 in the East Midlands. What catches you eye the most? 📸David Rich

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@JalopyUK

1 year

This is such an evocative image, West Sussex in 1983. Anything tickle your fancy?

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@JalopyUK

3 years

To celebrate hitting 1900 followers, here’s a glorious Peugeot 305 1.9 Now on 311,000 miles and carrying a few* MOT advisories 😉

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@JalopyUK

2 years

Spent the night desperately trying to get this turd ready for an MOT. The exhaust has been welded so many times that - frankly - once more won’t hurt! Checks complete - wish us luck!

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@JalopyUK

2 years

I hear photos of incontinent old ladies on Twitter get a few likes…

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Jalopy UK

@JalopyUK

3 years

Time to find this one a new home. Mot until the end of the year, five new tyres, stops and starts as well as any old Ford and looks eminently stylish whilst doing so. Let me know if you're interested.

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@JalopyUK

1 year

What a beautiful photo. Olympic breakfast, a big lolly from the jar, 10 gallons of 4* at the BP and homeward bound.

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Jalopy UK

@JalopyUK

2 years

Spot of the Year so far. This wonderful Giffer Civic is still being used as a primary mode of transport in 2023. Brilliant.

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@JalopyUK

1 year

Huge thanks to Automotive90s on Instagram for capturing me at this summer’s Festival of the Unexceptional. Look at that glorious 35mm warmth. Magic.

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@JalopyUK

1 year

This amazing MK3 Escort 1.1 in Prairie yellow has just appeared on Facebook market place. It's not for the faint of heart, but very saveable. DO A BUY!

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Running errands in the old heap today. Looking like a set from the TV show Minder here…

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@JalopyUK

2 years

Check out this babe at Tesco Milton. My mother had one but nothing as flash as Four Wheel Steer! God damn.

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@JalopyUK

8 months

Solihull - 30 years ago (somehow). Featuring one of those curiously unbranded Metros we got for about 18 months.

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@JalopyUK

2 years

Four years ago today I agreed to buy this. A 1984 Mini that hadn’t turned a wheel in 20 years. Why? Because it used to belong to my Nan and I wanted to give it a loving home. Today it went off to the paint man for some love. (Check out the BT Transit in the background) 🥰🥰

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@JalopyUK

11 months

Berkshire in 1984. What takes your fancy? One of the Escorts or the cheap 4* petrol prices 🤔😂

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@JalopyUK

7 months

Could anyone help me with the approximate year of this photo? Finchley, North London. Thanks

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@JalopyUK

1 year

Fact: washing your car before the MOT is less effective than bribing the tester, but definitely shows willing and feels good. Good start to the day! 😂

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@JalopyUK

3 years

To celebrate my 2,165th follower this afternoon - here's an abandoned Peugeot 505 GTi with venerable 2165cc engine. I wonder if this will ever see the road again...

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@JalopyUK

3 years

No Rev counter. No clock. No fag lighter. No Centre vent. No rear wipe and no intermittent wipe. But much, much class.

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Ugh. Car in the air, exhaust off, prop off, stabiliser bar off, gearbox down, clutch out, they sent the wrong clutch kit. 72 hour wait for one to come. You don't have THIS with a 'dull modern' - which is exactly why people drive them.

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Jalopy UK

@JalopyUK

2 years

Anyone else used their old heap to move house? Here’s my dreadful Sierra preparing for the big day - and the T4 on bed moving duties.

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Taking the old lady out tomorrow, so gave her a quick clean. Only 80s products allowed so a quick t-cut and turtle wax and we’re looking a bit more presentable!

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@JalopyUK

11 months

Saw this little charmer earlier today in Cambridge. Obviously used to just trundle about in when needed. Perfect condition for me with it being careworn outside, immaculate inside - complete with useful roof rack. 10/10

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Jalopy UK

@JalopyUK

3 years

A year ago today I finally fitted the correct rear bumper to my Sierra - it'd worn a Nissan one for the previous 8 or so years! 😂

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Jalopy UK

@JalopyUK

3 years

Now I've passed 1,986 followers, have a photo (of a photo) of my Mum's Volvo 360 GLT. Super rare in white and 3 door, with that 1986cc B19E - B200 E engine. Very underrated old things.

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Jalopy UK

@JalopyUK

7 months

After years of trying; I’ve FINALLY found somewhere warm and dry for the old heap! It’s been almost impossible, but we’re in.

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Just watched (belatedly) @Carpervert reviving a MK2 Granada Chasseur and - for the first time - desperately missing the MK3 Escort I sold last year. There’s just something about early 80s estate cars eh?

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Jalopy UK

@JalopyUK

3 years

The MK3 Ford Escort Kombi. Because thousands of aerial installers, TV repair men and convenience store owners can't have been wrong.

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Five years ago today - My Ford Sierra Base. This is a poignant and stark reminder of the abject horrors of old car ownership. If you’re thinking of it, don’t. 😬

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@JalopyUK

1 year

Who here can name all four of these cars? Clue: photo taken in ‘93. Go!

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@JalopyUK

8 years

BLIMEY. @CherylOfficial came across as just wonderful on #TheOneShow . Gentle, funny and big hearted. 💜 Good luck with @childline

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@JalopyUK

1 year

With my Nissan Leaf broken, and Toyota being MOT’d, it was a very analogue commute to work this morning!

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Can’t stop thinking about this Volvo 740 on market place and its razor sharp, pinstripe interior. What a place to be… and to be seen in.

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@JalopyUK

10 months

This 42 year old Mercedes is still earning its keep. Spotted today surveying on the A12 in Suffolk at what was believed to be a whopping 2MPH!

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@JalopyUK

2 years

Introducing my new addition - minty fresh MK1 Rav-4. Glorious thing

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Another landmark for my ageing but brilliant Toyota Avensis. After a weekend dancing through snow in the Peak District we’ve just ticked over 269,000 miles - nearly 433,000KM. It still looks good for it too!

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Jalopy UK

@JalopyUK

3 years

Good news - my wonderful T4 Caravelle has just passed its MOT. 247,500 miles (NOT OUT). 💙💙

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@JalopyUK

11 months

Good News! The Dacia Sandero 'Access' is getting perilously close to the £1,000 mark. I am painfully tempted.

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Ford’s theory of evolution. 😉

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@JalopyUK

7 months

Probably my most favourite photo of the year. Stanley, Falklands. Everything is brilliant. The Dyane, those iconic corrugated roofs. ‘Mazin 👊🏻

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@JalopyUK

1 year

Kingston, Christmas 1988. How many cars can you name here? I reckon I’ve got four (including that sexy AF Ital in ‘hearing aid beige’)

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@JalopyUK

7 months

Crying out loud. A SUPER rare MK1 Sierra Base. Exactly what I need for parts. Already at £700, which is what mine cost (in working order) in 2016. This would sustain my old girl indefinitely, but £HFM? 😔

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Jalopy UK

@JalopyUK

11 months

One of the best photos I've seen in ages. London, 1980. How many cars can you name?

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@JalopyUK

11 months

Had a little Twitter rebrand to align with Facebook and prepare for a few things next year - including a bit of Youtube, the odd Road Trip and maybe the odd sale or two! Don't worry though: it's still me - and this old heap.

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@JalopyUK

8 months

Stylish Knightsbridge. How many cars can you identify?

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@JalopyUK

10 months

Ooh! I’ve tipped over 3,000 followers. So here my old 3.0 litre Mercedes w124, next to my much loved (and constantly annoying) w201. Both now sadly scrapped, which is why I now never sell anything ever 😒😂

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Jalopy UK

@JalopyUK

3 years

Ever had a Metro? This abandoned one in St Neots reminded me of the red one I owned. I nicked some headrests out of a Maestro to make it more plush, and would do 30 in first gear!

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Can’t stop thinking about this low spec Sierra on Marketplace with its miserable Indenor donkey and singular dangly mirror. In some ways, more miserable than my own…

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@JalopyUK

7 months

Gosh - how good does this look on those white trims? 📸Chris Mitchell

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@JalopyUK

1 year

Summer. Tin boxes on wheels, and queues of British made cars. Any idea on what year this might be?

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@JalopyUK

2 years

Sub-zero temperatures. Road salt everywhere. And this legend using his Minor as motor car because - in essence - that’s what it is. Bravo 🙌

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@JalopyUK

3 years

To celebrate England’s amazing success tonight, let’s spend a moment to remember the greatest limited edition car ever made. The Fiat Panda ITALIA 90 ⚽️ 🇮🇹. I would give both testes and a lung to own one of these for just a month. Anyone else? #ENGGER

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Here’s how to buy one. 1-Locate car and disregard price because drunk. 2-Buy it Now. 3-Wake up next day in cold sweat. 4-Empty thousands of pounds into gleeful vendor’s bank account. 5-Drive home remembering when these were everyday cars for everyday blokes. 6-Regret🥲

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3 years

Often overshadowed by V6 versions, the early four-cylinder Mk1 Capri makes for a great classic Ford. Here’s how to buy one>

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@JalopyUK

1 year

The Crooked House in happier times. Pictured here in 1981 whilst trading as the Glynne Arms, Himley. That Allegro looks racey… 🤤

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@JalopyUK

10 years

Happy Birthday Sir Bobby Robson. A whole town and an entire sport loves you. @Official_ITFC #Ipswich #ITFC . http://t.co/dbe4xpwELs

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Slightly outside my usual remit, but these are a rare beast in the wild. Bonus points if you can name the owner's other car (parked just beyond). What a masochist!

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@JalopyUK

3 years

I’m getting ready to spend some money on my Mini. With that on mind, the Escort is for sale. Please RT and share with anyone you think might be interested. Ta. x

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@JalopyUK

10 months

I absolutely LOVE Kodachrome snaps - such clarity, and lovely colours. But how many cars here can you name? 📸Tim Grist

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@JalopyUK

11 months

British? ☑️ Scruffy? 💯 Disappointing? 🤷‍♂️ GVG reg? 🤜🏻 Hold my lager beer…

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@JalopyUK

8 years

Went to the prestigious The Grove Hotel in #Hertfordshire today. Marked the occasion by using this tasteful conveyance. #Bangernomics

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@JalopyUK

11 months

Absolutely LOVE seeing your old pictures. Paul Tucker's MK1 Fiesta: "8 years old and already rusting" he says!

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Two weeks to go until @HagertyUK 's #FotU . Quick flashback to 2019 when my friend Mike won it with his glorious Morris Marina Deluxe (Someone's doing well) and I didn't with my Late Nan's Mini. 😂

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Five years ago I bought this glorious six cylinder w124 for close to loose change. I loved it, should never have sold it, and have to accept it’s now likely in bits… in Africa.

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@JalopyUK

1 year

Julian Barker over on FB took a load of street scene pictures of Cambridge back in 1995 “to use up a film”. All these years later, they’re utterly fascinating. Mill Road is now very bohemian, but look at the street furniture! 🥰

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@JalopyUK

3 years

An old boy in my village uses this as daily transport. Any idea what it is? (Other than effortlessly cool?!)

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@JalopyUK

2 years

Bloody heck, #Darius . 😭 The first interview I ever did when I joined Heart. He was utterly lovely, gentle, intelligent, talented, handsome and supremely tall (!) A real gentle giant. Sleep easy dude x

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Come on then, #CarTwitter - left or right?! 🤔 😂

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@JalopyUK

9 years

My friend @Emma_Lou_Lou and I are backing @CR_UK #WorldCancerDay on Thursday. It's #ADayToUnite , so get involved.

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3 years

Confuse and delight the men at the local recycling centre with this charming little bimble-box 😍

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10 months

One from the archives: the time @realGrandThrift @gholdsworth2000 and I saved a MK3 Escort estate Base from undesirables on the internet. It was far better than the Sierra in pretty much every single way. I was very fond of it.

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Who cares that it’s over £30k? It’s the same size as a Southend bedsit, a 1/6 of the price AND IT’S BROWN. The temptation to go mortgage free with just my Wille Nelson tape and a change of pants is off the scale.

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Good news: New clutch is now fitted, Gearbox back in, prop connected and we have BROOM BROOM! Bad news: I *may* very soon seek to find a new home for this charming old heap. It'll need to be a special home, and I reserve the right to change my mind!

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9 months

@mattjohnson333 Life long Ipswich fan - born and inbred. Wishing you and yours a lovely Christmas, and if there’s any Norwich merch then I hope to see a photo later of them proudly showing it off. Keep plodding. 👊🏻

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@JalopyUK

1 year

@PlanningShit @xStarStruck92x

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@JalopyUK

8 months

The silhouette of the Ford Capri is pure, unabated brilliance. And fair play to my neighbour for motoring his way through January without a care in the world. 👊🏻

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@JalopyUK

2 years

Tadaaa!

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9 months

Lots to like here, eh? Axminster in the 90s. What’s the bus? We had those in Ipswich in the same colours 😍🥰

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@JalopyUK

10 months

Not all heroes wear capes, not all legends are dead. Check this @realGrandThrift 😂😂

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@JalopyUK

3 years

The terrible, terrible Escort is in for some new tyres tomorrow. Despite the previous owner’s claims of the tyres being good - 1 is the wrong size and the newest is 20 years old. Bonus old pumps and Ford content...

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@JalopyUK

3 years

Any love for this BOX FRESH Rav4 outside mine yesterday? What a glorious little sneaker, clearly well looked after.

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