From ‘the Essex Ferrari’ to ‘the Flying Brick’ – iconic Brit motors, their affectionate nicknames & what they’re worth

AS a nation, we love giving our cars a nickname – and that includes some of Britain’s most iconic motors.

The Sun takes a look at some of the affectionate monikers for the UK’s standout cars over the years – some of which come with a surprising price tag.

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The widely popular Hillman Imp, for example, earned the nickname ‘the poor man’s Porsche’ in the 1960s and 70s, partly due to its innovative rear-engine and rear-wheel-drive layout, which was similar to the design of the Porsche 356 and 911.