This week on Wheels & Deals, it's a listener special! I'm sharing some of the fantastic stories and comments you've sent in, answering your questions, and even launching a special appeal to track down the history of a very rare car.

We drive into the "dark arts" of the motor trade, explaining exactly why a dealer in the 70's might put sawdust in a gearbox or an egg in a radiator. We also share memories of the short-lived self-serve petrol pumps that took £5 notes, and the ingenious ways people found to get free fuel.

I'm launching a worldwide appeal to help a listener in Mexico, Angel Rivera, uncover the history of his very rare 1960 Mazda R360 Kei car. We have the chassis number and a few clues, but we need your help to piece together its story. And finally, we discuss the future of the motor trade and whether the classic car world is the last bastion of the "good old days."

Pitstops:

• Can you really fix a noisy gearbox with sawdust?

• Did you ever scam a self-serve petrol pump in the 70's?

• Is it sacrilege to put modern upgrades like electronic ignition on a classic car?

• A special appeal to help find the history of a rare Mazda R360 Kei car (Chassis/Engine: 70776).

• What does the future hold for the independent car dealer?

• Do TV appearances give classic cars like the Jaguar XJS a boost in the market?

A Nod to:

• Jason Hall

• Mike Smith

• Martin Buckley

• Angel Rivera

• And all the listeners who sent in messages and comments!

If we've mentioned you but missed you here, drop me a line at grangebaileys@gmail.com.

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