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VW Camper Van Tent – an exact replica of a 1960s van

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If you can't afford the real thing for the summer, this VW Camper Van Tent might prove an able and equally cool substitute.

It's actually officially licensed from Volkswagen, a four-person tent and indeed, a 1:1 replica of a 1965 VW Camper Van. For your money, you get the design, all that space (you can even stand up in it), with two zip-separated double-sized rooms within and top-end waterproofing. It even has doors that open just like the original van.

Everything is included – tent, fly, poles, ropes / pegs and set-up instructions – and there's a choice of three colours (yellow, red and blue). £299 is the price and you can pre-order at Firebox right now. More images over the page.

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Categories / Cars and Bikes, eBay watch

eBay watch: 1960s Fiat 500 van

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Here is a real gem and we suspect, something of a rarity – a 1960s Fiat 500 van.

It dates back to 1968 and according to the seller's description, has just 6,893 on the clock. You might want to confirm that. Aside from that, it has a slightly longer profile (it is a van, after all), but still has a soft top and a 499cc engine.

It's said to be 'in superb condition for its age' (with some improvements cosmetically for sure), has an MOT and of course, is tax-free. The bottom line price on the eBay site is £6,995, but you can make an offer if that is a little rich.

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eBay watch: 1965 Jaguar S-type owned by Dita Von Teese

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I've always associated them with 1960s and '70s TV and movie villains, but this Jaguar S-type on eBay is owned (and being sold by) Burlesque superstar Dita Von Teese. if you want confirmation of that, she has confirmed it on her Twitter feed.

It's a rather tasty 1965 model with 70,000 on the clock, one that looks to have had a lot of care and attention thrown at it – new paint job, new front and rear rubber seals, new new brake system etc etc. There's also a black leather interior, wool carpets and 'roses etched in the glass'.

It 'runs and drives very nice' apparently and comes with a personal note to the buyer along with a signed photo. Note that it's a left-hand drive and located in California. Bidding right now is at $5,100.05 with no reserve. Lots more images on the listing page.

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eBay watch: Fully-restored 1971 Fiat 500 Lux

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To be fair to Fiat, the company has done a superb job with the modern-day reissue of the Fiat 500. But the vintage ones just offer that little but more character, as this fully-restored 1971 Fiat 500 Lux demonstrates well.

This is an impressive, low-mileage model – just 25,000 on the clock over those 40 years, would you believe. It's also a 'fully and thoroughly restored' Fiat 500 with 'all works carried out by a UK Fiat authorised dealership'. That means all mechanics, electrics and bodywork, with the car ready to go as a regular ride or for shows.

Sold with the original handbook and Italian logbook (yes, it's a left-hand drive), the current price is £1,020. Many more images on the website.

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Categories / Cars and Bikes, Homeware

Long Handle ‘Old School’ Dustpan and Brush

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In addition to their aesthetic merits, vintage-style household accessories like this Long Handle Dustpan and Brush tend to have a longevity that their modern-day counterparts lack.

As well as saving your back and knees with it's long handle, this dustpan and brush folds away for easy storage. It's made of metal with a man-made bristle brush which should easily outlast the usual plastic sort.

A perfect pop of colour for your kitchen – either in sugar-pink or blue.

The set costs £35.00 from Oliver Bonas here.

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eBay watch: Low-mileage 1980s Lotus Excel SE car

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Fancy doing the rounds in an extravagant drive of a bygone era? Check out the Lotus Excel SE that's on eBay right now.

Amazingly, this car has had just two owners since being built in 1986 and has done just 60,081 miles in that time. Emigration means the current owner is looking for a third owner to take it on. Just 100 miles ago, it underwent a £1,000 service, along with new discs, pads etc. It's also currently undergoing re-commissioning work and an MOT and comes with a full service history plus a recent AA/RAC inspection.

Possibly a future classic (they just don't make cars like this anymore), it's available for £3,995 on a 'buy it now' or you can make an offer.

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