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My Series woes sorted

SINCE coronavirus has changed the world, at least for the foreseeable future, I seem very much stuck in England. One of my greatest consolations should be spending more time with my lovely Lightweight, but that particular boon is tinged with having to face the truth that my seven-year passion for the Middle East has forced the Lightweight into very much a backseat role.

The loyal 43-year-old vehicle that reliably starts fifth time, even after being left standing for three months, is not only looking battered but it’s sounding battered. To my attuned ear,

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