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By *itrightnow OP   Man
18 weeks ago

cardiff

Anyone in classic cars on here.

What have you got and where are you based? Looking to fo social meet ups

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By *9alMan
18 weeks ago

Bridgend

I have an Austin A 35 , series 3 Land Rover & a Fordson Major, all sort of put to bed for the winter out in the spring once the roads are not salted

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By *itrightnow OP   Man
18 weeks ago

cardiff

Nice what year is landy?

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By (user no longer on site)
18 weeks ago

61 triumph herald here

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By *wisted1Man
18 weeks ago

neath

Series 1 RS Turbo

3 door sierra cosworth

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By *onkey 2023Man
18 weeks ago

West Wales

Have just sold my MGB V8 Roadster and my Series 2a Land Rover. Hoping to find a nice restomod 60s American musclecar to replace them and keep my Harley company in the garage.

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By *9alMan
17 weeks ago

Bridgend


"Nice what year is landy?"

its 1978 ex military

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By *lan157Man
17 weeks ago

a village near Haywards Heath in East Sussex

I don't own a classic car but enjoy going to shows and chatting to those who do . I did have a Nissan 350z for a few years but would not be described as a classic. If I were to buy a classic I think a TR6 would be my choice or Lotus Europa .I have driven neither .

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By *nique_GymMan
17 weeks ago

Cardiff

1998 BMW 750il individual

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By *rJammerBMan
17 weeks ago

newport / Bristol

Bicester Scramble was the place to be today, TWR show case, plenty of toys there if you were lucky enough to get a ticket.

I don't own a classic, have done but involved in the industry. Mainly Jags.

Have a "youngtimer" as they call it on the continent (which is an awesome name).

2008, XF SV8.

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By *oyo1972Man
17 weeks ago

Cardiff

I've got a 59 plate Polo!!

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By *irthymanMan
17 weeks ago

aberdare

I’m looking for Xr2

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By *issing_swanMan
17 weeks ago

swansea


"Bicester Scramble was the place to be today, TWR show case, plenty of toys there if you were lucky enough to get a ticket.

I don't own a classic, have done but involved in the industry. Mainly Jags.

Have a "youngtimer" as they call it on the continent (which is an awesome name).

2008, XF SV8. "

I missed this one and April’s is already sold out

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By *ouble_Trouble_X2Couple
17 weeks ago

caerphilly


"Series 1 RS Turbo

3 door sierra cosworth"

it's stunning

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By *ewtothis66Man
17 weeks ago

Newport

Mercedes sl500 R129, Rover p6 , triumph gt6 , 2CV , Vw t4 and few bikes

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By *itrightnow OP   Man
17 weeks ago

cardiff

I think we need to maybe meet up for a drive out for coffee and breakfast or lunch who fancy it?

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By *elsh and welsherCouple
17 weeks ago

cardiff

89 911 black targa at mo

Just sold my mk 2rs2000 that I’d had for 35 years , my second car when 17

Just sold minimoke that been in my family 45 years ..

Gutted to have to have sold them both ..

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By *itrightnow OP   Man
17 weeks ago

cardiff


"89 911 black targa at mo

Just sold my mk 2rs2000 that I’d had for 35 years , my second car when 17

Just sold minimoke that been in my family 45 years ..

Gutted to have to have sold them both .. "

Nice I've a karmman ghia convert at the moment. Loved the rs2000. We should meet up for a spin

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By *9alMan
17 weeks ago

Bridgend


"89 911 black targa at mo

Just sold my mk 2rs2000 that I’d had for 35 years , my second car when 17

Just sold minimoke that been in my family 45 years ..

Gutted to have to have sold them both ..

Nice I've a karmman ghia convert at the moment. Loved the rs2000. We should meet up for a spin"

Karman ghia's are quite rare , never seen a right hand drive one

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By *itrightnow OP   Man
17 weeks ago

cardiff


"89 911 black targa at mo

Just sold my mk 2rs2000 that I’d had for 35 years , my second car when 17

Just sold minimoke that been in my family 45 years ..

Gutted to have to have sold them both ..

Nice I've a karmman ghia convert

at the moment. Loved the rs2000. We should meet up for a spin

Karman ghia's are quite rare , never seen a right hand drive one "

I've a lefty

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By *esty 02Man
17 weeks ago

Llanelli

E3cort mk2

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By *mmaj69TV/TS
17 weeks ago

swansea

Right I have a 1965 Morris Minor, 1967 Morris Minor, 1970 Series 2a landy with 200tdi, 1972 MGBGT and 1978 MGB Roadster. Currently building a 1275cc supercharged marina engine for my 67 Moggy Minor

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By *oc2Man
17 weeks ago

Cardiff

1971 V12 Etypejag in red had it 35y now

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By *issing_swanMan
17 weeks ago

swansea

I will be dusting mine off very soon

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By *itrightnow OP   Man
16 weeks ago

cardiff


"I will be dusting mine off very soon "

What you got?

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By *elsh and welsherCouple
16 weeks ago

cardiff


"1971 V12 Etypejag in red had it 35y now"

V nice

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By *rhugesMan
15 weeks ago

Cardiff

Friend of mine is renovating a Jensen Interceptor. I remember in the day ,I changed a Capri engine on a weekend and a clutch in an evening, With these modern cars no chance 🤣🤣

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By *hiny-SinnersCouple
14 weeks ago

Vale of Glamorgan


"Friend of mine is renovating a Jensen Interceptor. I remember in the day ,I changed a Capri engine on a weekend and a clutch in an evening, With these modern cars no chance 🤣🤣"

My Dad had one of the first Interceptors when they came out.

I have just renovated a 2009 Hyundai Coupe, it’s the rarer TSIII version, and only 28k.

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By *ko12Man
14 weeks ago

LLANGOLLEN

Looking to buy a classic car but not sure what to buy, I would really like a mark 2 cortina but looking at the price they are fetching now I think it might have to be something else.

Maybe triumph or Renault will just have to keep looking, going to race retro in a couple of weeks maybe there might be something there for me

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By *9alMan
14 weeks ago

Bridgend


"Looking to buy a classic car but not sure what to buy, I would really like a mark 2 cortina but looking at the price they are fetching now I think it might have to be something else.

Maybe triumph or Renault will just have to keep looking, going to race retro in a couple of weeks maybe there might be something there for me "

I always liked the MK2 Cortina but they are getting rare & expensive, MK4 Cortinas might be worth a look , Triumph Dolimites or the 6 cylinder 2,000 are nice to drive good luck with your search

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By *itrightnow OP   Man
14 weeks ago

cardiff

Who up for a car ride and a coffee stop off. When this rain stops of course

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By *urse123Couple
14 weeks ago

cardiff

Two jags...an xj8 and a xk8

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By *ool running1Man
14 weeks ago

where i lay my head

mk2 RS2000 here

Don’t use it enough

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By *ko12Man
14 weeks ago

LLANGOLLEN


"Looking to buy a classic car but not sure what to buy, I would really like a mark 2 cortina but looking at the price they are fetching now I think it might have to be something else.

Maybe triumph or Renault will just have to keep looking, going to race retro in a couple of weeks maybe there might be something there for me

I always liked the MK2 Cortina but they are getting rare & expensive, MK4 Cortinas might be worth a look , Triumph Dolimites or the 6 cylinder 2,000 are nice to drive good luck with your search "

Yes I know the mark 2 are expensive now but I do like them more than the mkIV. I have looked a few dolomites and quite like them or a stag would be nice, like 2,000 as you say and they are not badly priced

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By *ko12Man
14 weeks ago

LLANGOLLEN


"Two jags...an xj8 and a xk8"

Very nice would love either of those

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By *irthymanMan
14 weeks ago

aberdare

Xr2 I I’m looking for

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By *9alMan
14 weeks ago

Bridgend


"Looking to buy a classic car but not sure what to buy, I would really like a mark 2 cortina but looking at the price they are fetching now I think it might have to be something else.

Maybe triumph or Renault will just have to keep looking, going to race retro in a couple of weeks maybe there might be something there for me

I always liked the MK2 Cortina but they are getting rare & expensive, MK4 Cortinas might be worth a look , Triumph Dolimites or the 6 cylinder 2,000 are nice to drive good luck with your search

Yes I know the mark 2 are expensive now but I do like them more than the mkIV. I have looked a few dolomites and quite like them or a stag would be nice, like 2,000 as you say and they are not badly priced "

The Stag engine is lovely when running right but has many problems & requires careful maintenance

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By *ko12Man
14 weeks ago

LLANGOLLEN


"Looking to buy a classic car but not sure what to buy, I would really like a mark 2 cortina but looking at the price they are fetching now I think it might have to be something else.

Maybe triumph or Renault will just have to keep looking, going to race retro in a couple of weeks maybe there might be something there for me

I always liked the MK2 Cortina but they are getting rare & expensive, MK4 Cortinas might be worth a look , Triumph Dolimites or the 6 cylinder 2,000 are nice to drive good luck with your search

Yes I know the mark 2 are expensive now but I do like them more than the mkIV. I have looked a few dolomites and quite like them or a stag would be nice, like 2,000 as you say and they are not badly priced

The Stag engine is lovely when running right but has many problems & requires careful maintenance "

They reckon if the engine has been rebuilt correctly,they can be trouble free

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By *9alMan
14 weeks ago

Bridgend


"Looking to buy a classic car but not sure what to buy, I would really like a mark 2 cortina but looking at the price they are fetching now I think it might have to be something else.

Maybe triumph or Renault will just have to keep looking, going to race retro in a couple of weeks maybe there might be something there for me

I always liked the MK2 Cortina but they are getting rare & expensive, MK4 Cortinas might be worth a look , Triumph Dolimites or the 6 cylinder 2,000 are nice to drive good luck with your search

Yes I know the mark 2 are expensive now but I do like them more than the mkIV. I have looked a few dolomites and quite like them or a stag would be nice, like 2,000 as you say and they are not badly priced

The Stag engine is lovely when running right but has many problems & requires careful maintenance

They reckon if the engine has been rebuilt correctly,they can be trouble free "

regular anti freeze changes & timing chain changes are still imperative, many other V8s thrive on neglect, stags do not

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By *elsh and welsherCouple
14 weeks ago

cardiff


" mk2 RS2000 here

Don’t use it enough"

Just sold my rs2000, owned it 35 years , signal amber

What colour yours ??

Shame you dont use it

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By *itrightnow OP   Man
13 weeks ago

cardiff


" mk2 RS2000 here

Don’t use it enough

Just sold my rs2000, owned it 35 years , signal amber

What colour yours ??

Shame you dont use it "

Would love an rs2000 what price are they going for now? Did you get another classic?

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By *antasycouple31Couple
13 weeks ago

Between Pontarddulias and Gorseinon

Not quite a classic (although over 20 years old now!) 350z and R34

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By *ELSH-FARMERMan
13 weeks ago

south Wales

Ford F150 7.3L V8 1983

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By *evilschildWoman
13 weeks ago

Where ever I want to be


"Ford F150 7.3L V8 1983 "

Very nice

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By *ilverjagMan
13 weeks ago

swansea


"Two jags...an xj8 and a xk8"

Ditto, only my two are an XJS V12 convertible and one of the last XK8 convertibles

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By *issing_swanMan
13 weeks ago

swansea

Would be great to do a runout through mid wales during the summer

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By *ool running1Man
13 weeks ago

where i lay my head

It’s white

Sat in my cocoon in my garage

Had it about 12 years.totally stripped to bare shell and started agin

Lost interest in it for now

Kids keeping my weekends busy

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By *ool running1Man
13 weeks ago

where i lay my head


" mk2 RS2000 here

Don’t use it enough

Just sold my rs2000, owned it 35 years , signal amber

What colour yours ??

Shame you dont use it

Would love an rs2000 what price are they going for now? Did you get another classic?"

Prices have come down a bit but nice 1’s are up £40k ish plus

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By *itrightnow OP   Man
13 weeks ago

cardiff

Maybe we can all arrange a Sunday rideout stop for coffee etc when the weather gets better

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By *rasshopper201Man
13 weeks ago

kendal

I have a 1943 Willis jeep with ford tub givin to the British army in 1943 till 1960 then sold into private hands use it as often as I can just love driving it machanics are good cosmetics not as good but at 83 years old I wouldn’t expect the body to look good mine doesn’t and I’m only 65 lol

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By *rasshopper201Man
13 weeks ago

kendal

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By *elsh and welsherCouple
13 weeks ago

cardiff


"It’s white

Sat in my cocoon in my garage

Had it about 12 years.totally stripped to bare shell and started agin

Lost interest in it for now

Kids keeping my weekends busy "

Very nice .. any pics ?

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By *nuggle_fuckersCouple
12 weeks ago

Cardiff

Has anyone checked out the new filters on Auto Trader for Classics and OMG? It's my new procrastination hobby at work.

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By *iCurvCPLCouple
12 weeks ago

Newport

Wife here. I've never really been much of a car person. Mister got me into Top Gear and Grand Tour. I'd love to know more, and our kid is a gear head in the making. Love to take him to some car shows, but not sure where to start.

We've been to a Hot Wheels stunt show and are going to the monster truck show in May.

Where to start without breaking the bank?

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By *irkDiggler99Man
12 weeks ago

Llanelli


"Wife here. I've never really been much of a car person. Mister got me into Top Gear and Grand Tour. I'd love to know more, and our kid is a gear head in the making. Love to take him to some car shows, but not sure where to start.

We've been to a Hot Wheels stunt show and are going to the monster truck show in May.

Where to start without breaking the bank? "

There's the Welsh motorsport and supercar festival in September at pembrey circuit.

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By *aughtyintownMan
12 weeks ago

Newport

I've had a 1.5 alfasud ti

Porsche 924s

And

Mercedes slk 230.

Great fun all round although the most bonkers everyday was the

Alfa 145 cloverleaf, I could powerslide roundabouts every time.

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By *exlover69Man
12 weeks ago

newport

1970 vittesse mk 2 true convertible.

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By *9alMan
12 weeks ago

Bridgend


"1970 vittesse mk 2 true convertible. "

when I was young my GP had a vittesse always enjoyed seeing it, only good thing about going to the doctor

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By *rhugesMan
12 weeks ago

Cardiff


"Wife here. I've never really been much of a car person. Mister got me into Top Gear and Grand Tour. I'd love to know more, and our kid is a gear head in the making. Love to take him to some car shows, but not sure where to start.

Best Car shows are at the NEC

We've been to a Hot Wheels stunt show and are going to the monster truck show in May.

Where to start without breaking the bank? "

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By *9alMan
12 weeks ago

Bridgend


"Wife here. I've never really been much of a car person. Mister got me into Top Gear and Grand Tour. I'd love to know more, and our kid is a gear head in the making. Love to take him to some car shows, but not sure where to start.

Best Car shows are at the NEC

We've been to a Hot Wheels stunt show and are going to the monster truck show in May.

Where to start without breaking the bank? "

lots of local car shows when the weather improves often free to visit

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By *inkmeisterMan
11 weeks ago

Neath

Not quite a " classic " but my S197 Mustang turns 21 in April and according to the vin its quiet early in the production run so hopefully its going to get better

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By *rJammerBMan
11 weeks ago

newport / Bristol

There are some really good shows locally, and the local scene is a great one to support, but it depends on what you enjoy.

If it's classic cars and the sedated nature, then have a look at local car clubs.

If you are looking for something a bit more modern and varied, then there are some really good breakfast meet places, Baffle Haus in Cardiff (Pontypool venue is more motorbike focused), Ignition Shed just outside Abergavenny.

Or look out just over the bridge at the Queen's square meets.

Breakfast meets are usually free to attend and wander around and are designed to highlight a venue with a new audience.

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By *rJammerBMan
11 weeks ago

newport / Bristol


"Wife here. I've never really been much of a car person. Mister got me into Top Gear and Grand Tour. I'd love to know more, and our kid is a gear head in the making. Love to take him to some car shows, but not sure where to start.

We've been to a Hot Wheels stunt show and are going to the monster truck show in May.

Where to start without breaking the bank? "

There are some really good shows locally, and the local scene is a great one to support, but it depends on what you enjoy.

If it's classic cars and the sedated nature, then have a look at local car clubs.

If you are looking for something a bit more modern and varied, then there are some really good breakfast meet places, Baffle Haus in Cardiff (Pontypool venue is more motorbike focused), Ignition Shed just outside Abergavenny.

Or look out just over the bridge at the Queen's square meets.

Breakfast meets are usually free to attend and wander around and are designed to highlight a venue with a new audience.

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By *meliaDurmanatorCouple
11 weeks ago

llandeilo

Nice!

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By *meliaDurmanatorCouple
11 weeks ago

llandeilo


"Series 1 RS Turbo

3 door sierra cosworth"

Nice!

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By *lonkyMan
10 weeks ago

penarth

Love a hillman imp ..... first sex in one of these mmmmmmm

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By *itrightnow OP   Man
10 weeks ago

cardiff


"Has anyone checked out the new filters on Auto Trader for Classics and OMG? It's my new procrastination hobby at work. "

Not seen it what's it like

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By *itrightnow OP   Man
9 weeks ago

cardiff

Now the weather starting to break who's up for a spin

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By *ugby lad 10Man
9 weeks ago

Llanelli

That's worth a few quid now what a car

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By *itrightnow OP   Man
9 weeks ago

cardiff

Anyone out for a spin this weekend?

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By *obra 327Man
5 weeks ago

Bromley

I own an MGBGT V8

Always up for a spin out somewhere fun

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By *itrightnow OP   Man
5 weeks ago

cardiff

What shows you at this year?

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By *oobie76Man
5 weeks ago

Cardiff


"Ford F150 7.3L V8 1983 "

One of my favorite trucks. I've owned a few F150s but my favorite is a 76 F100 with a Straight 6.

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By *oobie76Man
5 weeks ago

Cardiff

Wish I could post about what vehicle I have, but unfortunately I don't own one here in the U.K. I did have a few over the years when I lived in Canada lol. I'm a American muscle fan 💯.

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By *irthymanMan
5 weeks ago

aberdare

If you know for a

Nice Xr2 for sale please let me know

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By *itrightnow OP   Man
4 weeks ago

cardiff

There was a stunning xr2 in Hanleyfarm chepstow show the other weekend. 26k he wanted for it.

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By *9alMan
4 weeks ago

Bridgend


"If you know for a

Nice Xr2 for sale please let me know "

I had one back in the day a great car to drive but very prone to rust so few have survived

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By *edVelvet_BerksBoyCouple
4 weeks ago

Tregaron

We don’t have a Classic Car. However, we do have a Campervan. Overall though, we wouldn’t mind meeting a nice couple at a quiet Car Park with their Classic Car if you catch our drift lol.

Red & Berks Boy 😀 Xx

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By *itrightnow OP   Man
4 weeks ago

cardiff


"We don’t have a Classic Car. However, we do have a Campervan. Overall though, we wouldn’t mind meeting a nice couple at a quiet Car Park with their Classic Car if you catch our drift lol.

Well say the place and I will rock up in my classic

Red & Berks Boy 😀 Xx"

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By *007ManMan
4 weeks ago

Worthing

Viewed a superb Aston Martin Vantage the other day. What a lovely car. It's the better looking 2005 model rather than the strange looking merc engined one.

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By *obra 327Man
2 weeks ago

Bromley

I’ll fire up my old girl if there’s anything exciting out there to go to for a meet

MG V8

Or my modern classic IS300

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By *itrightnow OP   Man
6 days ago

cardiff

We need to start getting the classics out. Which women would be interestedin a little drive in one?

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By *tag421Man
6 days ago

Wakefield

Would be great for a social/meet up if anyone would be interested?

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By *ovelyeyesWoman
6 days ago

pontypridd

Don't know if it qualifies but I've got a steam powered toy car. Looks like a chitty bang bang lol.

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By *obra 327Man
4 days ago

Bromley

Interesting

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By *obra 327Man
4 days ago

Bromley


"Would be great for a social/meet up if anyone would be interested?"

I’d be interested

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