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Black Country Classic Car show attracts crowds - in pictures

They come in all different sizes and colours - car models made from around the world.

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The Black Country Classic Car event

Andvisitors to the Red House Glass Cone in Wordsley had a chance to view each one.

Around a dozen cars went on display at the Black Country Classic Car event.

Among them was a 1986 Lotus Esprit Series 3 owned by Alan Thompson, from Wordsley.

He purchased the 2.2 litre vehicle nine years ago for £9,000, but believes it is now worth £19,800.

He said: "They've stopped making the model now so the valuation has gone up."

The 62-year-old HGV driver had always wanted the car after seeing it used in a James Bond film.

He said: "When I drive it around I get two reactions, some people totally ignore it, others screw their heads round and almost fall over."

Another vehicle on show on Sunday was a Fiat 500 l, made in Italy in 1969.

It was purchased by owner Tony Jones, from Kingswinford, four years ago for £7,000.

After carrying out work to the car, he believes it is now worth £10,000.

The 64-year-old said: "The car keeps me busy and it is great to get it out and about at the weekends."