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    2. Pride of Ownership Finalists 2025

    Pride of Ownership Finalists 2025

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    Tracey Cantrell - 1986 VW Golf GTi

    Tracey Cantrell - 1986 VW Golf GTi

    04 Mar 2025
    The MK1 Golf was Tracey's dream car in her 20s, inspired by a friend who had one. She couldn't own one back then, but years later, saw a VW Golf convertible on eBay for '£650, placed a bid, and won it …
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    Andy Mewis - 1971 Citroen SM

    Andy Mewis - 1971 Citroen SM

    19 Feb 2025
    This 1971 Citroën SM is a rare and iconic fusion of French engineering and Italian performance. Designed as Citroën's flagship luxury GT, the SM combined cutting-edge hydropneumatic suspension with a …
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    Dean Pickworth - 2001 BMW E46 325i Convertible

    Dean Pickworth - 2001 BMW E46 325i Convertible

    19 Feb 2025
    Dean always wanted an BMW E36 325i Cabrio in silver with grey leather interior so when he found this car for sale in 2007, he fell in love and had to buy it. His two sons have grown up driving around …
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    Mick Wallis - 1976 Datsun 330 260C

    Mick Wallis - 1976 Datsun 330 260C

    19 Feb 2025
    This Datsun 330 260C is a rare gem among classic cars, believed to be one of just six still on the road in the UK. Originally imported from Australia, this striking Japanese saloon is a testament to M …
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    Nicola Robynson - 1999 Toyota Celica GT Convertible

    Nicola Robynson - 1999 Toyota Celica GT Convertible

    19 Feb 2025
    The story starts with an Irish single mother and child-if you couldn't afford it, you didn't have it or fixed it. Years later, that child, now an adult, loved nice cars but had to settle for fixing up …
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    Paul Lewis - 1980 Opel Kadett 1.3 SR

    Paul Lewis - 1980 Opel Kadett 1.3 SR

    19 Feb 2025
    In 1989, as a Serviceman in HM Forces, Paul was posted to Gütersloh in Germany for three years. On arrival, he chose a car that was as close to the Vauxhall Astra GTE Mk1 that he hankered after but w …
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    Rory Clague - 1985 Vauxhall Nova Saloon - *Winner*

    Rory Clague - 1985 Vauxhall Nova Saloon - *Winner*

    19 Feb 2025
    Rory found this Vauxhall Nova in 2016, rescuing it from a scrapyard where it was on the brink of being lost forever. Since then the car has undergone a full restoration and custom rebuild which was al …
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    Wayne Kruger - 1988 Ford Escort XR3i Mk4

    Wayne Kruger - 1988 Ford Escort XR3i Mk4

    19 Feb 2025
    Presented in Rosso Red, the XR3i or 'Rossie' as it is nicknamed, was supplied new by Trimoco Motor Group Ltd Luton. First registered on 4th February 1988 to the first owner being a Luton resident. Wit …
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    Alexandra Phillips - 1974 Austin Allegro 1300 Super 2DR

    Alexandra Phillips - 1974 Austin Allegro 1300 Super 2DR

    19 Feb 2025
    Alexandra discovered 'Peggy' on eBay in 2014, still in remarkably original condition after spending years with her first owner. The purchase price was a modest '£800. With minimal recommissioning, Ale …
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    Jamie Garrett - 1960 Morris Mini - *Third place*

    Jamie Garrett - 1960 Morris Mini - *Third place*

    19 Feb 2025
    This 1960 Mini has a story like no other. Spanning four generations, it has taught two people to drive, travelled across France and Italy, and was even given away for 20 years before a secret restorat …
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    Mike Purcell - 2010 Ford Focus RS Mountune MR375 Clubsport - *Second place*

    Mike Purcell - 2010 Ford Focus RS Mountune MR375 Clubsport - *Second place*

    19 Feb 2025
    Purchased in January 2010 from RS Direct in Bristol, this Ford Focus RS was originally Jackson Ford's demo car before being sold to a well-known Ford enthusiast who installed many Mountune upgrades. I …
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    Nikki Dino - 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Rally Special

    Nikki Dino - 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Rally Special

    19 Feb 2025
    Nikki has owned her Pagoda for 24 years and it's become one of the family. "The car has always been there for major events in the family and to nieces and nephews, the two are inseparable."' A lot of …
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    Peter Boita - 1984 Lotus Turbo Esprit S3

    Peter Boita - 1984 Lotus Turbo Esprit S3

    19 Feb 2025
    This stunning Esprit S3 was built in 1984 and specified with every factory option available that year, including a unique all-over 'white out' paint finish and a lift-out tinted glass 'targa' roof pan …
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    Simon Williamson - 1961 Goggomobil T700 Royal (Isard)

    Simon Williamson - 1961 Goggomobil T700 Royal (Isard)

    19 Feb 2025
    Simon rescued this unusual car, in its original UK spec, eight years ago from a barn in Norfolk. "I like a challenge,"' owner Simon explains. "This was just the rarest car I could find! I have restore …
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    Carl Evanson - 1989 Nissan Micra 2

    Carl Evanson - 1989 Nissan Micra 2

    19 Feb 2025
    This 1989 Nissan Micra MK1 is a rare survivor from an era when small, reliable cars ruled the roads. With just 56,000 genuine miles, it remains in original condition, featuring its lovely interior, co …
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    Jason Craze - 2001 Ford Puma Thunder

    Jason Craze - 2001 Ford Puma Thunder

    19 Feb 2025
    Back in 2017, Jason wanted a grey Ford Puma Thunder. He saw one for sale in Northampton as a dealer. It had 60,000 miles on the clock but, before he could get to view it, it was sold. About a year lat …
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    Nathan Mills - 1998 Peugeot 106 GTi

    Nathan Mills - 1998 Peugeot 106 GTi

    19 Feb 2025
    Nathan has owned this car since he was 17 years old. The car has had only one previous owner from new, which is extremely rare for these models. It comes with an extensive history file, with thousands …
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    Paige Latimer - 1990 Renault 5 GT Turbo

    Paige Latimer - 1990 Renault 5 GT Turbo

    19 Feb 2025
    In 2003, Paige's dad spotted a Renault 5 GT Turbo for sale on the roadside for '£500. He cheekily offered '£100, and to his surprise, the owner accepted. He towed it home, and for years, it sat in the …
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    Peter Everington - 2001 MG MGF Trophy 160

    Peter Everington - 2001 MG MGF Trophy 160

    19 Feb 2025
    Purchased from South Wales in the early part of 2024. The MGF Trophy had been off the road since 2019. It had extensive problems with the paint work, wheels and engine. The biggest problem of all bein …
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    Stuart Whittaker - 1973 Ford Capri MK1 3.0 GXL

    Stuart Whittaker - 1973 Ford Capri MK1 3.0 GXL

    19 Feb 2025
    This immaculate Capri - affectionally named Colin - has been in Stuart's family from new. Purchased by his dad in 1973 to replace his Capri 1600 GT, Stuart just thought he's replaced the roof! Colin w …
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