This is Paul Stinton’s 1965 Gazelle Series V. Paul tells us she does need a bit of cosmetic work, but on the whole is quite a nice car and in fairly good condition.
Paul purchased DLA 237C having seen it advertised on the Car and Classic website, when it reminded him of the very first car he had when he passed his test in 1975, which was also a Series V Gazelle. Unfortunately that one didn’t stand the test of time, so for him it was a nostalgia purchase, and he says that it’s putting a great smile on his face.
When he went to pick it up he took his two girls,
The only differences between Betty and his first Singer are that that particular car had the larger 1725 cc engine and the uprated dash, so it must have been one of the last in production, as it was registered in 1966.
Gina and Megan, with him, and although Gina was a bit concerned about the lack of seat belts in the rear, she thought it was great fun. Incidentally, they have decided to call the car Betty, after Betty Boop’s surprised expression, which they think is rather amusing looking at the shape of the grill.
Paul also sent these pictures of Betty taken at Walmer Castle, home to the Lord of the Cinque ports
