Just Beverley - Latest Issue - Flipbook - Page 24
MY FIRST CAR WITH CARFAN
- THE Mini Clubman
We are starting a new year with a new format for the Carfan
column - one that centres around "firsts", be they first car owned,
first car to reach 100 m.p.h. (or even 200 m.p.h.), first car to
include seat belts for example.
To this effect, our
Editor has called
first dibs to regale
us about his first car
which was a Mini
Clubman.
Originally
manufactured in 1973,
the colour was known
as Teal blue and it
must have looked
quite striking as this
particular shade is still
available - providing
you purchase an
Aston Martin DB11 and
very attractive it is too.
Editor Julian followed in the footsteps of Carfan by passing his
driving test first time after only a handful of lessons and as two
close family members had previously owned Minis, he felt confident
enough to make it three but wanted something a little different and
the Clubman fitted the bill with its rectangular front end, being a
facelift of the original, ground-breaking Mini.
First cars usually evoke fond memories and this example is no
exception, so with a few hundred pounds and a teenager's desire
for independence the Clubman became a much-loved part of
the family, seeing him through Polytechnic and providing reliable
transport around the country in fair weather and fowl and never
letting him down.
Personalisation came in the shape of seat covers and floor mats and
one stand out memory was getting used to the correct use of the
"choke". Younger readers may have to look this up for clarity as it is
seldom seen in a car today due to motoring advances.
Despite water ingress through the door freezing in the footwell, this
vehicle retains a special place in Julian's heart and if he ever sees
one he needs to remember the Carfan wave!
Practical Motoring with
Rich Hayes - Keeping your
car in good shape this year
We want to wish all our customers a very
Happy New Year! Here's to a great year ahead
full of safe motoring. While everyone's spirits
are up and making resolutions for 2021, the last thing you need to
start the year with is unnecessary and unexpected car repairs. Here
are some tips on how to keep your car in good shape this year.
Get your free winter vehicle check with Beverley Motor Works
Ensure your vehicle in top shape and won't let you down this winter by
taking advantage of Beverley Motor Works' free winter vehicle checks.
Both new and existing customers can take advantage of our free
seasonal vehicle checks, and there's no catch - we just want to give
you the opportunity to experience our outstanding customer service and
expert technicians in Beverley.
Routine servicing
Check whether your vehicle is due an upcoming service. Many problems
with vehicles are enhanced by the cold weather of the winter, and yet
around half of the problems reported during repairs and services can
be avoided by scheduling in general servicing, regular checks and good
maintenance checks.
New drivers
Not sure on what to do if you notice a problem with your car? Struggle
to afford dealership prices on car repairs? Come and see us at
Beverley Motor Works, we're low cost, reliable and won't let you down.
We give you the same experience and service as a dealership, just
without the hefty price tag.
Thank you to all our customers over the last year. We're looking
forward to the year ahead and helping to save you money as we solve
your motoring problems. Book your new year car servicing in Beverley
by calling Beverley Motor Works on 01482 881128 or book online.
INDEPENDENT
BMW & MINI
SPECIALISTS
Our dealership expertise
means high quality car
servicing at a fair price...
Unit D1 Grovehill Industrial Estate,
Annie Reed Road, Beverley HU17 0LF
Call today: 01482 881 128
Visit: beverleymotorworks.co.uk
BOOK YOUR
MOT TODAY
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