Robert and Max in Classic Emmerdale (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock/comp Emmerdale Insider)

In Classic Emmerdale on Tuesday July 16 on ITV3, drama heats up with Jack’s attempts to drive Robert out of the village, resulting in shocking consequences. Meanwhile, Debbie’s plan to elope takes a dangerous twist. These episodes originally aired on September 30 and October 2, 2005.

Classic Emmerdale: Jack pushes Robert out

In a bid to rid Emmerdale of Robert, Jack Sugden’s determination knows no bounds. Jack’s offer to buy the garage forces Robert into a corner.

In a heartfelt plea, Robert confides in Debbie, declaring his love and persuading her to leave the village with him and Sarah. Their passionate reunion sways Debbie, but will she actually leave with him?

Emily talks to an upset Debbie
Emily talks Debbie out of leaving with her daughter (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

Escape plans unravel

Robert and Max’s resolve to flee the village intensifies following a heated argument with Jack. However, their plan is thwarted when Andy intercepts Debbie and Sarah en route, convincing Emily to intervene.

Emily’s refusal to let Debbie take Sarah leads to Debbie reluctantly deciding to leave without her daughter, much to Robert’s dismay.

Classic Emmerdale: Robert causes a deadly collision

The drama peaks when Robert, infuriated by Debbie refusing to bring Sarah tells her she’s nothing without the baby. It results in a violent confrontation between Andy and Robert. Max’s attempt to mediate only escalates the chaos.

In a fit of rage, Robert speeds off in his car, recklessly driving towards Andy and Max in Andy’s Land Rover. The inevitable crash sees Andy’s vehicle smashing through a wall and flipping over. As the wreckage smokes, Robert’s desperate rescue attempt is thwarted by an imminent explosion.

Though he manages to save Andy, he tragically fails to reach Max before the car erupts in flames, leaving viewers in shock.

In Classic Emmerdale, Robert causes an explosion on Emmerdale farm!
Could Robert’s actions turn deadly? (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

Max and Tom’s confrontation

Elsewhere, Max King’s patience wears thin as he clashes with his father, Tom, over yet another dodgy scheme. Despite his frustration, Max agrees to bribe Councillor Ledbetter for planning permission, setting in motion a chain of events that will have far-reaching implications.

Classic Emmerdale: Dawn’s makeover mishap

Delilah Dingle decides to give Dawn Woods a complete makeover, gifting her a homemade dress for her lunch date with Danny. However, Paul and Danny’s mocking laughter at Rodney’s dateless state causes trouble when Delilah arrives with Dawn for her date and is asked out by Rodney!

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.30pm and 2.05pm.