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Details taken from local media site. Ford Capri / stated ex Minder car but not confirmed caught fire Friday 31 st July 2020 near Dukes Head Roundabout near Copthorne West Sussex Always a sad sight to see a classic damaged by fire
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Started out with nothing and have most of it left.
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cjhillman
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1979 Capri (Rolling Project) 1985 Escort mk3 (Daily)
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I did wonder if anyone would post about this, saw it on the capri facebooks. Apparently it was an exploding battery although a lot of people said it would be the fuel line. Not sure who owns this Car now but i wonder if it will stay in the museum like this for a while? (guessing its in a museum?) Theres been a lot of talk of it being wrote off due to fire damage even though it sold for 50k odd a few years back. Terry wont be happy thats for sure!
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jyd
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I wonder does Arfurs quality used car guarantee still stand? My word is my bond!
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Location of fire was between Crawley M23 on main road heading either out to Lingfield or East Grinstead at that roundabout / could be a local car or out on nice sunny afternoon run. Either way not good but no injuries reported / cars can be rebuilt / eventually
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Started out with nothing and have most of it left.
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shin2chin
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Making curse word cars slightly better
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Definitely highlights the need for fire suppression which can be had for around £150 or a fire extinguisher or 2. I can't imagine it's much fun watching your pride and joy burn by the side of the road, even more so if you just paid 50k.
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1977 PORSCHE 2.0na 924 1974 VW Beetle 1600
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Such a shame for an iconic car. It was the battery that caused the fire. The guy also ownes Arthur,s jag. I am sure he will be sad about this. But he does own a fleet of classic cars. Lotus cortina,s Granada,s and many many more. He has around 30 to 40 classic cars. Regards Ron
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Mk5 Cortina 1982 Nissan Sunny 1987 Audi A6 black edition ultra VW Transporter Kombi Suzuki B King Kawasaki ZX10R Honda max 125 Suzuki SB200 (1979)
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