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@oldbritclassics.bsky.social
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The adventures of a petrol head and his trusty companion, Frank the Focus. 70s & 80s music, classic cars, obscure music,retro stuff...much much more. Analogue guy in a digital world.

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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 2h
Everyone within the blue sky gang #weirdcarbs please welcome Donal to the platform. FOTU and Rustival as well as many others. Good to have you here matey! @corolla36.bsky.social
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 8h
Well, after the Volvo fiasco where the seller said come and see then didn't bother to tell me he flogged it (wasted 30 mile round trip) and the A6 which was a bag of spanners, I might have found an addition to double the fleet to two 😂😂. Off to have a shuftie today so cross your fingers for me!
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/33681042... Oooooh.....😍
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Renault Sport Megane 225 2.0 Manual 2005 7 Days No Reserve Auction | eBay UK
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Renault Sport Megane 225 2.0 Manual 2005 7 Days No Reserve Auction at the best online prices at eBay UK! Free delivery for many products!
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
ebay.io/m/eU8ITv Oh my....❤️❤️❤️
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/11742556... ***KLAXXON....ALERT ALERT....1 HR left. Looks lovely. Engines are bulletproof. 205 time....yeah man, rock n roll! #weirdcarbs
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Peugeot 205 junior 1.7 diesel | eBay UK
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Peugeot 205 junior 1.7 diesel at the best online prices at eBay UK! Free delivery for many products!
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/36669578... Magentis !!!!!! A bag of sand !!!!!! Get amongst it !!!!!
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Kia Magentis 2.5 V6 Only Done 17k | eBay UK
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Kia Magentis 2.5 V6 Only Done 17k at the best online prices at eBay UK! Free delivery for many products!
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Finally back in Newcastle and what an amazing weekend! #Rustival was amazing, great to drive down, convoy over and spend time with such lovely people. Quick check on Frank then to Whitby. This morning back up to Newcastle. 600 miles and he STILL has fuel left. Impressive Frank!
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
It's Sunday night...what to do? Ice cream at the seaside!!!!!
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Note to self. When going to car meets, Make sure you catch up with everyone and not get aide tracked! Oh, and take more pictures as I always forget then have to rely on my crew to pick up the slack!! You know who you all are. As you were. I'm out for a walk in Whitby. Breakfast time
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
And some more... #rustival #weirdcarbs
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Some #Rustival moments from yesterday... #Weirdcarbs
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Frank made it to Whitby. Didn't miss a beat. What a wonderful day. Big shout out to all the top guys, Chris, Rory, Simon, Bob, Jim, Ian, Matt, David....and caught up with Donal as well as new Nordic friends including Sam.
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Well, he made it and didn't miss a beat. Traffic was horrible, but we eventually got to Marston farm Hotel. No free parking either...£5.40 for the privilege of 10 hrs. Still, it's warm, cosy and look out for me and Frank at the services tomorrow. If you see us, come and say hello. Be nice to see you
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Long drive after work today from the north east to Warwickshire...#Rustival tomorrow then long drive back to the north east again. Keep your fingers crossed for Frank!!!
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
With #Rustival on Saturday, can we try the roll call again, along with the cars being brought, mainly so I know who to look out for lol. I know people on here but often miss em at events. I know Rory and his mint 306, so who else? I'll be there with Frank . Car and drivers please! #weirdcarbs
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
I'm now officially Furiously Driving! Franks had a wash, wax and valet. He's a happy fella!
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
I may have just bought another car. I have to see it first in person but the pics look ace and the background checks and other important stuff looks all as they should do. All for £450...what could it be?
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
1. I wouldn't normally drift into political chat as plenty of others do that elsewhere. I look around and see different stories,some true, some false, all pointing towards ignorance of lessons we should have learned from 87 years ago. Wherever you look there's intolerance,bigotry, gaslighting...
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Took Frank to Whitby today. 170 miles round trip from mine. I put £30 of fuel in for half a tank, checked oil and water, down and back. Didn't miss a beat and on just over a quarter of a tank too. Love him.
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Rory @norwichgiant.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Reposts appreciated! Looking for one last nice, friendly car show before the end of the year? All are welcome at The Heron in Stowbridge (near Kings Lynn) on Sunday 11th October from 4pm, come for a lovely roast dinner and evening by the river! Any additional details please reach out!
NON AI SLOP EVENT POSTER! 

See, even the most feckless can knock something together on their phone that looks better, NO EXCUSES.

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Weird Car Meet: East Anglia

Sunday, 11th October At the Heron in Stowbridge


All cars are welcome, as long as you bring a good attitude! Meeting at The Heron in Stowbridge at 4pm on the grassy campsite out the back of the pub. They offer excellent roast dinners, so come hungry! Please do not arrive before 3pm.
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... What an absolute Norbet McFuck-knuckle. No words...and if Americans fall for this...well..again, no words.
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Trump says every adult American will get $5,000 if Republicans win midterms
Speaking at a party convention, the US president gave no details on how the plan would work or where the money would come from.
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
@norwichgiant.bsky.social handled this little fella this morning and moved him to safety...one for you matey...what is this colourful little gem?
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
This is nailed on spot of the day. Holden SV Ute...very fleeting as it left pretty sharpish but it sounded delightful.
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Anyone else's BS having a meltdown?
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
FRANK !!!!! Sunday morning drive and wander along the seafront..very peaceful indeed...it's not yet 5.20am but we're up n out.
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
Might "Do a Rory" and go for a night drive. Thoughts?
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
What the actual f......that bloody government alarm has gone off a SECOND TIME. Knock it off..I'm at work, we get it...wildfires etc. I'm not deef!!!!
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/... oh my ❤️❤️❤️
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2007 Red Fiat Panda for sale for £2,999 in NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NORTHUMBERLAND
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Who's going to #Rustival then next month? I'll start us off....me!
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
www.carandclassic.com/l/C2118111 Last of the cracking trio of french cars. Enjoy them and have a wonderful day!
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2003 Peugeot 406 Red Manual, 5 speed Right Hand Drive in...
2003 Peugeot 406 Red Manual, 5 speed Right Hand Drive in kirkcowan, United Kingdom - For Sale | Car & Classic, £2,500 Here we have a love...
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
www.carandclassic.com/l/C2114744 French wafty goodness!
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2000 Citroen Xantia Silver Automatic, 4 speed Right Hand...
2000 Citroen Xantia Silver Automatic, 4 speed Right Hand Drive in Laughton, United Kingdom - For Sale | Car & Classic, £2,245 A rare & ro...
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
www.carandclassic.com/l/C2122314 Oh my....❤️
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2000 Peugeot 306 Blue Manual, 5 speed Right Hand Drive in...
2000 Peugeot 306 Blue Manual, 5 speed Right Hand Drive in Ayr, United Kingdom - For Sale | Car & Classic, £2,500 Peugeot 306 ST Cabrolet,...
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Ticket for Rustival booked. It will be my first time there. Quite a trek in Frank but everyone I've spoken to says it's an amazing day. If you've been, let me know what to expect! #weirdcarbs #rustival #fotu
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
I have to say a big thank you to my FOTU friends yesterday. As I was enjoying the day so much I completely forgot to take any pics of my own car! Luckily, the community saw to it I had some anyway. Thanks guys. You're the best! #fotu #weirdcarbs
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
1/2 #FOTU #weirdcarbs Great to meet all the cool kids at FOTU. Ended up inadvertently in one of Jon Couplands videos, met @norwichgiant.bsky.social and some guys from Ireland (Alistair & Donal). Thoroughly nice people met Frank and Frank is now home and putting his tyres up for the night.
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Christmas ads already and it's still July. 🤔
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Well, that's the Peugeot gone now. Goodbye old friend. You've been...in equal measures, a great car but also pain in the arse.
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
Roll call time ! #weirdcarbs who is going to FOTU next Saturday? I'll start us off... I'm going and god willing, you'll get to meet Frank.
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
And now, for £55, Frank has working Aircon. Niiice.....
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Replaced wipers with all new Bosch. Replaced expansion tank cap. Snipped and re-jubilee clipped expansion hoses. Fixed rear wash wipe water pipe. DAB Bluetooth head unit fitted. New car mats fitted. Interior cleaned. Just need to sort a bit of cosmetics now. Labour of love is Frank. Love him!
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Jobs to do before FOTU. 1. Change expansion tank and pipes 2. Oil and air filter change 3. Dab Bluetooth radio install (done) 4. Remove a small dent. 5. Present Frank to the good people of FOTU. 6. Reflect on an epic battle to get here, finally, with a modern classic. 7. See some Blue sky chums!
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Update on Frank. Sat with the engine running after covering a fair few miles these last few days. On today or all days, my birthday, it decides to overheat. Luckily the temp gauge was normal, and on inspection, seems like a new pressure cap required for the expansion tank. No head gasket smells 🤞
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
youtube.com/watch?v=3gUD... This forgotten gem..a fantastic track and check out the album Yoyo which this is from. Remember kids..like if you like!
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Bourgeois Tagg - I Don't Mind At All
YouTube video by BourgeoisTaggVEVO
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
youtube.com/watch?v=gqFV... For your Sunday delectation...another classic from a fantastic band. I've seen these live a few times and their energy is off the scale. What I think is their best song. Enjoy and remember kids..Like if you like!
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The English Beat - Too Nice to Talk To (Official Music Video)
YouTube video by RHINO
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
youtube.com/watch?v=k8va... I'm starting a daily "Tunes of the day" to highlight some of the more great music we rarely hear. Of course there are many great stations that do this @pistolstopulp.bsky.social @bob-p-dj.bsky.social @deeper80s.bsky.social but these are mine. Like if you like!
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The Buggles - Living In The Plastic Age (1980)
YouTube video by ClassicVideos80s
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
The more I drive Frank, the better he gets. Just had breakfast with my old mate and he was quite taken with Frank. Sure he's not perfect, bit of lacquer peel here and there..but a solid honest car which has very little to go wrong but all the stuff you need. Aircon, elec windows, twin airbags.👍
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Standard Ford CD6000 head unit not working. Trapped my Jamiroquai CD! Luckily I was able to dismantle the unit and rescue. Added bonus..I had the old CD6000 unit from Genevieve kicking around. Uninstall and reinstall, code added and boom..off we go!
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Well....I've been looking for a replacement for Genevieve. After spending alot of time carefully choosing a new steed, I've bought this today. Step forward a very clean, solid MK1 Ford Focus 1.6 LX. Absolutely love it. Forgot how well they drive. And you'll meet Frank at FOTU.
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Cardle 4/5 Streak 1🔥 🔴 🔴 🔴 🟢 🔴 🟢 🟢 🔴 🟢 🟢 🟢 🟢 www.playcardle.com Piss poor from me today.
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Cardle
Guess the car in 5 tries. A new car is available each day.
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oldbritclassics.bsky.social @oldbritclassics.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Just putting it out there blue sky classic car kids...if anyone knows of a cheap cheap classic they're looking to sell, let me know. I'm booked into FOTU but now Genevieve has gone, I have nowt to bring. We're talking sub £1000 here. Thanks all As you were.
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