100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "jalopy"

Definition

A "jalopy" is a noun that refers to an old, dilapidated, or unreliable automobile. The term often conveys a sense of nostalgia or affection for a vehicle that may not function well but holds sentimental value.

Synonyms

• Beater
• Clunker
• Rustbucket
• Heap
• Old banger
• Wreck
• Junker

Antonyms

• Luxury car
• New car
• High-end vehicle
• Sports car
• Sedan

Examples

1. I drove my jalopy to the beach last weekend.
2. Every time I start the jalopy, I hold my breath hoping it will work.
3. My grandfather used to take pride in his old jalopy.
4. We went on a road trip in a jalopy that kept breaking down.
5. Despite its age, the jalopy still has character.
6. I bought a jalopy for a few hundred dollars.
7. The jalopy rattled down the street, drawing stares from passersby.
8. She lovingly restored her grandfather's jalopy.
9. My friends laughed at my jalopy, but I didn't care.
10. The mechanic said my jalopy would need a lot of work.
11. I learned to drive in my dad's old jalopy.
12. That jalopy has seen better days.
13. We packed the jalopy for a camping trip.
14. The paint on the jalopy was peeling, but it still ran.
15. I found an old jalopy in the garage and decided to fix it up.
16. The jalopy broke down on the highway.
17. Driving that jalopy always reminds me of my childhood.
18. The jalopy needed a new battery after sitting idle for years.
19. My neighbor collects jalopies and restores them.
20. I can't believe that jalopy made it through the winter.
21. The jalopy was filled with memories of family road trips.
22. We affectionately called it the jalopy of our youth.
23. The jalopy was more trouble than it was worth.
24. They sold the jalopy to buy a new car.
25. I love the sound of the engine in that old jalopy.
26. The jalopy was a constant source of frustration for me.
27. I took the jalopy to the car show and surprised everyone.
28. That jalopy has a lot of stories to tell.
29. We decided to take the jalopy instead of the newer car.
30. The jalopy was a classic model from the 1970s.
31. I worked on the jalopy all weekend long.
32. The jalopy had a quirky charm that I adored.
33. I couldn't help but smile at my friend's old jalopy.
34. The jalopy was a relic from another era.
35. We squeezed into the jalopy for a fun night out.
36. The jalopy stalled at the most inconvenient times.
37. I remember driving that jalopy to my first job.
38. The jalopy cost me more in repairs than I anticipated.
39. My dad's jalopy was famous in our neighborhood.
40. The kids loved playing in the old jalopy in the driveway.
41. I found a hidden treasure in the trunk of the jalopy.
42. The jalopy was painted a bright shade of yellow.
43. We joked about how the jalopy would outlast us all.
44. The jalopy took us on adventures we would never forget.
45. I learned how to fix a flat tire on that old jalopy.
46. The jalopy struggled to climb the steep hill.
47. I painted flowers on the side of my jalopy.
48. The jalopy reminded me of simpler times.
49. I wanted to take the jalopy out for a spin.
50. We laughed as the jalopy sputtered to life.
51. The jalopy broke down right before our road trip.
52. I found an old photo of me next to the jalopy.
53. The jalopy had a unique personality.
54. We used the jalopy to deliver cookies around town.
55. Whenever I got in the jalopy, I felt a rush of nostalgia.
56. The jalopy always seemed to attract attention.
57. I had to push the jalopy to get it started.
58. The jalopy was a family heirloom.
59. I couldn't believe how much I loved that old jalopy.
60. The jalopy was a symbol of our adventurous spirit.
61. I tested my driving skills in the old jalopy.
62. The jalopy had more rust than paint.
63. We packed snacks into the jalopy for our road trip.
64. The jalopy was full of surprises, just like life.
65. I took a selfie with my jalopy for social media.
66. My friend borrowed the jalopy for the weekend.
67. I was nervous driving the jalopy on the highway.
68. The jalopy had a flat tire right before the big event.
69. We decorated the jalopy for the parade.
70. I marveled at how the jalopy held up over the years.
71. The jalopy was notorious for its temperamental engine.
72. I had to jumpstart the jalopy every morning.
73. The jalopy made strange noises when I turned the corner.
74. I loved taking the jalopy out for long drives.
75. The jalopy was the talk of the town.
76. I learned to appreciate the quirks of my jalopy.
77. The jalopy broke down, but we pushed through.
78. I felt a sense of freedom in the jalopy.
79. The jalopy had a unique vintage style.
80. I laughed as my friend attempted to start the jalopy.
81. The jalopy was a conversation starter everywhere it went.
82. I reminisced about the good times spent in the jalopy.
83. The jalopy was the last of its kind in the neighborhood.
84. We took the jalopy on a spontaneous trip.
85. Driving the jalopy felt like a rollercoaster ride.
86. I cherished every moment spent in that jalopy.
87. The jalopy was my first taste of independence.
88. I loved the smell of the old jalopy.
89. The jalopy held so many memories.
90. I couldn't bear to part with my beloved jalopy.
91. The jalopy was a testament to my DIY skills.
92. I took a long drive in the jalopy to clear my mind.
93. The jalopy was my trusted companion on the road.
94. I felt like a kid again in the old jalopy.
95. Every dent in the jalopy told a story.
96. The jalopy was my escape from the world.
97. I loved the sound of the jalopy starting up.
98. The jalopy was a source of pride for its owner.
99. I gave my jalopy a much-needed wash.
100. The jalopy and I have been through thick and thin.