A woman has shared her experience of visiting what she considers one of London's best car boot sales, which she says is full of designer items. Beca, an Instagram user with 11,000 followers, posted a video of her trip to the Pimlico car boot sale, held every Sunday at Pimlico Academy.
Designer Finds and Bargains
In the video, Beca noted that the area's affluence was evident from the cars present, saying, 'You know you live in a nice area when the cars at a car boot sale are G-wagons and they're selling Chanel shoes.' She described the Pimlico car boot as 'one of the best in London.' Despite arriving late in the day, she still found impressive items.
Beca spotted Lightening McQueen Crocs, which she called 'so sick,' along with many pairs of Adidas and Chanel flats. She also saw 'lots of Gucci and Hermes' and a Prada 'Ibiza Final Boss' bag. Interestingly, she noted that empty designer boxes and bags were popular among shoppers, which she found odd.
She emphasized that patience is key to finding branded items, but said it's 'quite easy' to do so. Beyond designer goods, she saw fake perfumes, makeup, good jewellery dupes, trinkets, and handmade items.
Prices and Timing
Beca plans to arrive earlier next time. Entry fees vary: £7 at 10:15am, £5 at 11am, and £1 at 11:30am. The sale closes at 2:30pm. Payment is cash only at the door.
Public Reaction
The video went viral with over 5,000 likes. Comments praised the sale, with one regular noting that bags and boxes increase resale value. Another called it 'unreal,' and a third declared it 'definitely the best' car boot in London.
Location and Details
The Capital Carboot Sale Pimlico is held every Sunday at Pimlico Academy, entrance on Chichester Street (Lupus Street), London, SW1V 3AT, a three-minute walk from Pimlico Underground Station. The sale features both outdoor and indoor areas, making it suitable for all weather.
