October 1996 saw the opening of upmarket fashion store Harvey Nichols in the city centre leading some people to label Leeds the 'Knightsbridge of the North'. A historic Leeds landmark was used as a catwalk for a BBC1 show which boasted nine million viewers every Sunday night. Another fashion statement was craned into position at a Leeds dealership while a child- sized toy for those who wanted to live life in the fast lane was up for sale at another garage showroom in the city. READ MORE: How Harvey Nichols helped Leeds become the 'Knightsbridge of the North' LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
2. Kirkstall Abbey
Kirkstall Abbey became a catwalk for top BBC fashion programme, The Clothes Show. Pictured are models Dawn Leak (left) and Rebecca Mader before filming. | Simon Hulme Photo: Simon Hulme
3. Ilkley Moor
Troubled skies approaching the Cow and Calf Rocks. | Pauline Wilkinson Photo: Pauline Wilkinson
4. Burmantofts
This is Simon Daniels who had his forehead signed by Leeds United striker Tony Yeboah while visiting Elland Road. He is pictured in class at Ebor Gardens Primary School. | Dan Oxtoby Photo: Dan Oxtoby
5. Kirkstall Road
The new 'Ka' from Ford arrives at Benfield Ford on Kirkstall Road. It was craned in on site by Mike Phillips, Benfield Ford's general manager. | Mark Bickerdike Photo: Mark Bickerdike
6. Scott Hall Road
This child-sized BMW convertible with 25cc petrol engine and three speed box was up for sale Barr and Barr's car showroom on Scott Hall Road priced at £1,500. Young Justin Green, pictured, had already made his mind up to put one on his Christmas list. | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker