WITH the arrival of new 2020 number plates highly anticipated, Esplanade offered customers a chance to be one of the first on the Island to drive a HW20 car.

Last night (Saturday), the Cowes-based car dealership's showroom came to life as customers waited eagerly to drive away just after midnight in their new cars.

Customers were offered hot drinks and presented with a special gift while they were guided around their new machines, before being waved off into the night.

Sales manager, Brendan Cole said: "New registration dates are always a busy time for Esplanade, but this new plate feels really special.

"We are delighted to be able to handover the first 20 plate cars on the Isle of Wight this decade and thank our customers for their business and our team for putting in the extra hours to make this happen.

"We hope that our customers all enjoy many happy miles this decade in their new cars."