"Ah," he replies, "there I'm in better stead. Yes, I do as a matter of fact. Used to keep the old Bentley going, as a matter of family tradition if nothing else."

He pointed with the umbrella as one, very modern hybrid went past. "Those are a bit new, but I suspect I'd get the gist of it quickly enough. Really they just added computers, I'm given to understand. Other than that, pedals, shifter, wheels."

He smiled.

"Part of your experience?" he asked in response. "I'd be happy to teach, if not. Call it a small returned favor."