Bangers & Cash

In the 100th episode, Derek travels to Northumberland to retrieve a rare 1975 NSU RO 80. Meanwhile, Jack contends with a Mini Mayfair trapped in a barn, and later an Aston Martin DBS shell is put up for auction in the episode.

The series reaches its milestone with the 100th instalment, marking a significant point in the programme’s run. This centenary episode continues the familiar format, bringing together the regular characters as they tackle a variety of automotive challenges. Viewers can expect the usual blend of on‑the‑road adventures and workshop intrigue for fans. In this episode, Derek travels up to Northumberland with the aim of retrieving a particularly scarce motorcycle – a 1975 NSU RO 80. Meanwhile, Jack finds himself wrestling with a Mini Mayfair that has become lodged inside a barn, turning a routine rescue into a puzzling situation for the team alike later. The Northumberland mission sees Derek navigating the rural landscape to secure the vintage NSU, highlighting the rarity of the 1975 model. His effort underscores the programme’s focus on sourcing unique vehicles, and the journey adds a touch of countryside scenery to the usual urban settings the series often showcases in the region. Back at the base, Jack’s struggle with the stuck Mini Mayfair leads to a series of improvised solutions, while the episode also features an auction of an Aston Martin DBS husk. The sale of the DBS shell provides a glimpse into the programme’s occasional forays into classic‑car market dealings in the episode.