The Classics Blog

Car Insurance Premiums Rise In 2017

If you are the owner of a classic car then it is quite likely that you have seen your insurance premium for your cherished vehicle go up at some point in 2017. Whilst we do not have any specific figures relating to the possible rise in the cost of classic car insurance there is data available for ordinary motor insurance … Continue reading →

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Get Along To The London Classic Car Show

If you are a fan of classic cars then why not visit The London Classic Car Show that takes place at the Excel London between the 15th to 18 February 2018. It is renowned as a fantastic event for those interested in vintage vehicles. It is even possible to watch some of the cars being driven indoors. There are so … Continue reading →

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Race Retro Classic Car Sale Approaching

Those of you with a keen interest in classic cars may like to get along to Silverstone Auction’s The Race Retro Classic Car Sale that takes place from the 23rd to 25th February 2018. It promises to be a weekend to remember with some delightful classic vehicles coming up for sale that will no doubt appeal to a wide cross … Continue reading →

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Mercedes-Benz Built For Hitler To Be Auctioned

It is probably quite rare that a classic car of such historical importance becomes available for sale at a public auction. Well, that is just what is going to happen at the Scottsdale Auction of Worldwide Auctioneers Vintage Motor Car Specialists on the 17th January 2018 when a car built for Adolf Hitler is to be auctioned. The vehicle in … Continue reading →

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Aston Martin Once Owned By Sir Paul McCartney Sold

Many of you will be aware that Sir Paul McCartney was a member of the world famous pop group called The Beatles who originated from Liverpool. They had a number of top selling records. Sir Paul obviously had an excellent taste for quality cars as he was the original owner of a 1964 Aston Martin DB5 4.2-Litre Sports Saloon. He … Continue reading →

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Ford Escort Sells For Almost £100,000

Many years ago, I knew someone who used to own a T registration Ford Escort Popular Plus with a 1300cc engine and a dark brown vinyl roof. It was a lovely, reliable family car. Oh, I bet he wished that he had held onto it as, who knows, it may now be worth a considerable sum based upon what I … Continue reading →

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Ferrari Driven By Schumacher Achieves Record Sale Price

Michael Schumacher is believed to be one of the greatest racing drivers of all time having won many Formula 1 World Championships. He was renowned for his skill at the wheel of such powerful vehicles. He was perhaps best known for his many successes driving for Ferrari. He could be seen driving at breath taking around the racing tracks located … Continue reading →

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Interesting Classic Cars to Come Under The Hammer

Bonhams is to preside over the sale of a number of interesting classic cars at The Bothwell Collection auction that is to take place on the 11th November 2017 in Los Angeles. Below we mention a number of the classic motors that are to come up for sale but more information can be found on the Bonhams website. A 1914 … Continue reading →

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Classic Car Values Fall

People buy a classic car for a variety of reasons with one of those being as an investment that they hope to sell for a profit in a few years time. Of course, there is a risk attached if you are buying a classic car in the hope that it will appreciate in value over a number of years. For … Continue reading →

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Why Do Enthusiasts Restore Classic Cars?

There are a considerable number of classic car enthusiasts who will purchase such a vehicle that is already in immaculate condition both mechanically, the bodywork and interior. This means that he or she can merely make sure that there is fuel in the tank and then get in the car and take it for a drive on a lovely spring, … Continue reading →

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