{"id":23861,"date":"2025-12-12T10:30:27","date_gmt":"2025-12-12T10:30:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/?p=23861"},"modified":"2025-12-12T10:30:28","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T10:30:28","slug":"did-you-know-our-most-iconic-cars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/did-you-know-our-most-iconic-cars","title":{"rendered":"Did You Know: Our Most Iconic Cars"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Cars aren\u2019t just metal, rubber and petrol. They\u2019re time capsules, cultural touchstones, engineering milestones and sometimes even family members. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Across more than a century of motoring, certain cars have earned legendary status\u2014whether they dazzled on the big screen, conquered racetracks, shaped everyday life or represented the cutting edge of innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, we\u2019re taking a friendly but deeply informative road trip through the most iconic cars ever built, from Hollywood heroes to humble runarounds. Buckle up\u2014this is a celebration of automotive greatness in all its forms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Movie Cars: Star Cars of the Silver Screen<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Film has a magical way of elevating a car from a lump of metal into an unforgettable character. Some cars became famous because of their looks, others because of their scenes, and a few because they practically <em>stole the show<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Aston Martin DB5 \u2013 <em>James Bond<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No movie car list is complete without the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/aston-martin\/new-cars\">Aston Martin<\/a> DB5, the suave symbol of British elegance. Introduced in <em>Goldfinger<\/em> in 1964, the DB5 paired beautiful Italian-inspired styling with gentlemanly sophistication. Its silver paintwork became synonymous with espionage glamour, but what truly cemented its legend were the gadgets: ejector seats, machine guns behind the indicators, tyre slashers, smoke screens and revolving licence plates. The DB5 reappeared across later Bond films, proving that true design never ages. As an icon of both cinema and automotive history, the DB5 remains one of the most recognisable cars ever created.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/DeLorean-DMC-12-Back-to-the-Future.png\" alt=\"DeLorean DMC-12 iconic cars\" class=\"wp-image-23932 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/DeLorean-DMC-12-Back-to-the-Future.png 650w, https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/DeLorean-DMC-12-Back-to-the-Future-300x175.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>DeLorean DMC-12 \u2013 <em>Back to the Future<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When it launched, the DeLorean was a commercial flop\u2014but Hollywood turned it into a global superstar. Its stainless-steel body, gullwing doors and futuristic shape made it a perfect fit for time travel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In <em>Back to the Future<\/em>, Doc Brown\u2019s eccentric conversion of the car\u2014with its flux capacitor and glowing coils\u2014created a pop-culture icon. Even today, the DMC-12 is instantly associated with imagination, nostalgia and 80s sci-fi charm. Its fame is so enduring that electric reboot versions are being developed.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ford Mustang GT 390 \u2013 <em>Bullitt<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Steve McQueen was already cool, but the Highland Green <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/new-cars\/ford\">Ford <\/a>Mustang in <em>Bullitt<\/em> elevated his legend. The film\u2019s intense, groundbreaking car chase through the hills of San Francisco set a new benchmark for cinematic action. The stripped-back aesthetic\u2014no flashy decals, just pure V8 muscle\u2014cemented the Mustang as America&#8217;s favourite performance icon. The original <em>Bullitt<\/em> Mustang sold for millions, proving how cinema can immortalise a car forever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Movie cars endure because they represent fantasy, freedom, adventure and emotion. They remind us that sometimes, a car can be the real star.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>TV Cars: Cultural Icons From the Tellybox<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Television has produced cars that entire generations grew up with \u2014 vehicles that became characters in their own right, appearing weekly in living rooms across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The General Lee \u2013 <em>The Dukes of Hazzard<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This orange Dodge Charger isn&#8217;t subtle, and that\u2019s exactly why it&#8217;s iconic. With its bold livery, rebel spirit and endless aerial stunts, the General Lee practically <em>defined<\/em> TV car action. It was loud, brash and unforgettable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Reliant-Robin-Only-Fools-and-Horses.png\" alt=\"Reliant Robin - Only Fools and Horses iconic cars\" class=\"wp-image-23933 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Reliant-Robin-Only-Fools-and-Horses.png 650w, https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Reliant-Robin-Only-Fools-and-Horses-300x175.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Del Boy\u2019s Reliant Regal \u2013 <em>Only Fools and Horses<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Proof that icons don\u2019t need horsepower. This three-wheeled van became a symbol of British humour, optimism and working-class charm. Even people who\u2019ve never seen the show know the bright yellow Reliant and its \u201cTrotters Independent Traders\u201d logo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These TV stars didn\u2019t just entertain\u2014they shaped culture, fashion, childhood memories and the idea that cars can have as much character as people.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Knight Rider\u2019s KITT \u2013 <em>Knight Rider<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>KITT wasn\u2019t just a car\u2014it was a personality. This AI-powered Pontiac Trans Am, voiced with dry wit and a sense of loyalty, introduced audiences to the idea of intelligent vehicles long before Tesla Autopilot existed. Its red scanning light remains one of TV\u2019s most recognisable visual effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Race &amp; Rally Cars: From Le Mans to Formula 1<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Racing is where automotive innovation is forged under pressure. The world\u2019s most successful race cars aren\u2019t just fast\u2014they reshape engineering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ferrari F2004<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Considered by many the most dominant Formula 1 car in history, the F2004 helped Michael Schumacher secure his seventh championship. Its V10 engine produced a glorious scream, and its aerodynamic mastery created lap records that stood for years. Even today, its design influences F1 engineering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ford-GT40.png\" alt=\"Ford GT40 in front a beige building\" class=\"wp-image-23934 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ford-GT40.png 650w, https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ford-GT40-300x175.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ford GT40<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This Anglo-American icon was born out of rivalry. After Ferrari refused to sell its company to Ford, Henry Ford II vowed to beat Ferrari at Le Mans. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/new-cars\/ford\">Ford <\/a>GT40 did just that\u2014and kept doing it, winning four consecutive times. With its low stance, mighty V8 and aerodynamic focus, it became the ultimate endurance racing legend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Racing icons matter because they push boundaries, introducing innovations that eventually improve everyday cars.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Audi Quattro<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When Audi introduced four-wheel drive to rallying in the early 80s, it changed motorsport forever. Suddenly, cars could accelerate harder, grip better and tackle unpredictable terrain with confidence. The Quattro dominated Group B rallying and sparked a revolution\u2014modern performance cars still rely on this technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Supercars: Engineering Without Limits<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Supercars are the automotive world\u2019s purest expression of excess and innovation. They\u2019re the stuff of childhood posters and adult daydreams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Lamborghini Miura<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Often called the first true supercar, the Miura\u2019s rear-mid-engine layout redefined performance design. Its sleek silhouette, pop-up headlights and Italian charm made it a symbol of 60s glamour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Bugatti-Veyron.png\" alt=\"A black Bugatti Veyron pictured stationary on a road with a shrubbery behind - iconic cars\" class=\"wp-image-23937 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Bugatti-Veyron.png 650w, https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Bugatti-Veyron-300x175.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bugatti Veyron<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When Bugatti set out to build a 1,000-horsepower, 250+ mph road car, many thought it impossible. The Veyron proved otherwise. It forced the industry to rethink speed, aerodynamics and cooling, and became a technological masterpiece.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>McLaren F1<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed by Gordon Murray, the F1 remains legendary. A central driving position, gold-lined engine bay and naturally aspirated V12 allowed it to hit 240 mph\u2014still extraordinary without turbocharging. It was crafted like a Swiss watch but performed like a rocket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Supercars aren\u2019t just toys\u2014they inspire engineering breakthroughs felt across the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sports Cars: Weekend Heroes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sports cars focus on fun, agility and connection. They might not dominate racetracks or cost six figures, but they deliver pure driving joy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Porsche 911<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With its rear-engine layout, unmistakable silhouette and constant refinement, the 911 is a testament to the power of evolution. It has balanced practicality, performance and prestige for six decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Mazda-MX-5.png\" alt=\"A silver Mazda MX-5 with a woman stood facing away in front of the driver's open door - Iconic cars\" class=\"wp-image-23938 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Mazda-MX-5.png 650w, https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Mazda-MX-5-300x175.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mazda MX-5<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Launched in 1989, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/new-cars\/mazda\/mx-5\">Mazda MX-5 <\/a>revived the classic British roadster formula with Japanese reliability. Light, affordable and playful, it became the best-selling sports car of all time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its \u201cJinba Ittai\u201d design philosophy\u2014horse and rider as one\u2014captures exactly why people love it.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Jaguar E-Type<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When even Enzo Ferrari praises your beauty, you&#8217;ve achieved something special. The E-Type blended glamour and performance, making it a symbol of 60s Britain. Today, it&#8217;s still considered one of the greatest designs ever created.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pioneering Cars: The Innovators<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some cars didn\u2019t follow trends\u2014they <em>created<\/em> them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Thrust SSC<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This jet-powered monster broke the sound barrier on land in 1997, a feat once thought impossible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Toyota-Prius.png\" alt=\"A yellow Toyota Prius pictured driving on a road with a mountain landscape - iconics\" class=\"wp-image-23939 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Toyota-Prius.png 650w, https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Toyota-Prius-300x175.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Toyota Prius<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/new-cars\/toyota\/prius-plug-in-hybrid\">Prius<\/a> didn\u2019t just launch hybrid technology\u2014it normalised it. Its combination of petrol and electric power paved the way for modern EVs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ford Model T<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Introduced assembly-line production, making cars affordable for the masses. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/new-cars\/ford\">Ford <\/a>Model T transformed society by giving ordinary families mobility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>People\u2019s Cars: The Cars We Grew Up With<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These cars didn\u2019t need glamour\u2014they became iconic by being loved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Volkswagen Beetle<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A symbol of simplicity and charm, with over 21 million built.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ford-Fiesta.png\" alt=\"Red Ford Fiesta pictured on a road in front of mountains- Iconic Cars blog\" class=\"wp-image-23940 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ford-Fiesta.png 650w, https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ford-Fiesta-300x175.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ford Fiesta<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For decades, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/new-cars\/ford\">Ford <\/a>Fiesta was Britain\u2019s go-to small car. Reliable, efficient and perfect for learners and commuters.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mini<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tiny, brilliant and designed to beat fuel shortages. It was as fun to drive as it was practical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4&#215;4 Cars: Built for Adventure<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether facing muddy tracks or icy mornings, 4x4s have earned legendary reputations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Land Rover Defender<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Farmers, explorers, the military\u2014you name it, the Defender has served them. Its go-anywhere ability is unmatched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Jeep-Wrangler.png\" alt=\"White Jeep Wrangler with a black roof pictured driving on a road with a landscape background\" class=\"wp-image-23941 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Jeep-Wrangler.png 650w, https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Jeep-Wrangler-300x175.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Jeep Wrangler<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A direct descendant of the WWII Willys Jeep, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/new-cars\/jeep\/wrangler-4-door\">Wrangler <\/a>is rugged, square and beloved by adventurers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Toyota Land Cruiser<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/new-cars\/toyota\/land-cruiser\">Toyota Land Cruiser<\/a> is known for reliability in the harshest environments\u2014from deserts to mountains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Budget and Everyday Cars: The Unsung Heroes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not every icon has a roaring engine. These cars earned love by being dependable, affordable and always there when we needed them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Vauxhall Corsa<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Renowned for being perfect for new drivers, families, and commuters alike is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/new-cars\/vauxhall\/corsa\">Vauxhall Corsa<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Nissan-Qashqai.png\" alt=\"A red Nissan Qashqai pictured driving with a red bridge in the background - iconic cars\" class=\"wp-image-23942 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Nissan-Qashqai.png 650w, https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Nissan-Qashqai-300x175.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Nissan Qashqai<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It was the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/new-cars\/nissan\/qashqai\"> Nissan Qashqai<\/a> that kick-started the SUV-crossover boom and changed family motoring forever.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Toyota Corolla<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Then finally, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/new-cars\/toyota\/corolla-hatchback\">Toyota Corolla<\/a> quietly became the world\u2019s best-selling car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From Bond\u2019s DB5 to your everyday Corsa, iconic cars come in all shapes and sizes. What they share is impact\u2014on culture, on engineering, on the way we live and move. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Stoneacre, we love celebrating the full spectrum of automotive greatness. Whether you\u2019re chasing a dream car or looking for a dependable daily driver, your own future icon may be waiting on one of our forecourts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-icon__arrow-right\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/search\">Fancy a new car? 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