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Are you looking to find cheap used car? Try Online Auctions. The scenario at the car auction site is far different than online car auction, and this is what puts a lot of people off from buying a car this way, but if you are armed with a checklist and knowledge of what to do, you can certainly swing things in your favour.
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You can even buy old Classic cars too, as old cars may have had quite a history to them. It is not just the official documentation you need to look out for although this is the most important classic car documentation you need. If the car was let’s say in a film as the classic mini was in the Italian job then there is a good chance that you may just want to buy it for the fact that it was one of the classic cars in the film but what proof do you have? Ask for any proof that the car was once in a film or owned by a famous person.
You can go to a car auction or searched for online auctions and found a car that you like and you never took the opportunity of buying it because of the risk of buying a car full of problems. Worse still maybe you have never been to a car auction because of the scare stories you hear about people getting ripped off and being left with a scrapper. The truth is that a car auction is a potential gold mine as opposed to a mine field if you are equipped with the right experience and knowledge. As with any auction and when buying any product at the right price there is an element of risk because the cars being sold are second hand and you will get people that might bend the truth a little but these risk elements can be greatly reduced to make your experience positive and profitable.
The first thing that you need to bear in mind is to check the car you’d like to place your bid on, and I mean check it. Any chance you get to previews the vehicles, then take it and make good use of it so you know what is a bargain and what is over priced. Donot worry much, as if you buy car online and most of the time if you don’t like you can cancel your purchase with in certain period of time.
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Tags: Classic Cars, Gold Mine, Italian Job, Official Documentation, Online Car AuctionsA Family Classic Car-the Case for the 4-door Sedan
Most classic car collectors (me included) have always maintained that a 4-door sedan wasn’t really a classic car. Usually the argument was about the styling and desirablility. A popular argument has alway been "just because it’s old
doesn’t make it a classic". This is likely still true but all older cars that have been restored may be viewed as a classic car to some degree. It’s true that a coupe or convertible is
going to be more desirable than a 4-door in most cases, but later I’ll give you some reasons why a 4-door might be the way to go.
In this article classic cars will basically be a catchall name for all the cars that I’m discussing here, so bear with me.
Here is a brief trip through history to try and explain how the 4-door kind of got shoved aside as a classic car. If someone is restoring or making a street rod from the twenties, thirties or
forties car a 4-door is sometimes more desirable than a roadster or a coupe. This is due to utility being very important as a lot of owners like to cruise with their family and friends.
In 1949 there was a big change as most cars now came with rear seats and could carry four or more people in comfort, so there wasn’t much reason to choose the utility of a sedan over a coupe or convertible. With the utility factor gone buyers started buying classic cars based on desirability. This really kicked into high gear when the hardtops became the hot ticket in the
early fifties.
When the muscle car era began in 1964 almost no one looking for a muscle car ordered a 4-door because muscle cars were built on the premise of low weight and high horsepower. Today most
buyers would prefer a car from 1964 to 1972 to be a muscle car or at least have the appearance of one which of course excludes the 4-doors.
As I’m writing this I’m beginning to be a little more tolerant of 4-doors than I was yesterday. This started this morning as I approached a 1966 Chevelle Malibu from the rear and saying to
myself "that’s a good looking classic car" and then as I passed I said "too bad it’s a 4-door". Shortly after the "different strokes for different folks syndrome" kicked in and I started
thinking, there must be some reasons why a 4-door would be a good car to own and by golly I thought of some. Even though a 4-door (even a 4-door hardtop) will never have style of a hardtop or
a convertible there are a number of reasons why they are a good deal. Here they are:
1. First of all, the price is going to be much less than a hardtop, sometimes as much as 50% less, mainly because they are less desirable.
2.Secondly many 4-doors are still original. A lot of them will be one or two owner cars and likely be low milage. Many will be passed down from parents and will be in very good condition. This is a plus as there will be less expense for restoration and you can put your own touches on it.
3. Third the utility is greater in a 4-door because of the back doors letting people get in and out easier plus there will be more leg room. Kids, wives and older people will appreciate this.
4. Fourth your insurance will likely cost less than the sportier cars as the insurance company will know that someone who buys a 4-door will likely be a safer driver because it’ll probably be a family car.
5. Fifth the operating cost most likely be less because most of the 4-door cars had smaller engines and most had automatic transmissions.
This in itself will keep the desire to hotrod down to a minimum which will save money in gas and parts.
6. Sixth and probably most important is the fact that the wife will be much more receptive to your buying a classic car if you can explain how the whole family can go cruising instead of just you and your buddy. I speak from experience.
There are likely more reasons for someone to buy a 4-door but I can’t think of them right now. If you have any let me know and I update this
article it the future.
Author: Don Levy My website at Classic Car Hunter has over a thousand classic cars and trucks, muscle cars, hotrods street rods and assorted cars for sale along with an area to list your car for sale.
There are also many articles like this about the classic car hobby.
My blog address is Classic Car Hunter Blog
Getting Classic Cars at an Auction
Time determines the essence of all things.
Timelessness is a virtue that is greatly venerated from time immemorial. The same thing goes for cars. Classic cars are greatly appreciated wherever they may be. This is why many people are going crazy dreaming about getting one of their own classic cars. One of the best ways of getting quality classic cars is at an auction.
Classic cars are seen in different ways by different people. Some people see classic cars as investments, since timeless pieces such as classic cars appreciate in value especially if it is well maintained. Some people see classic cars as time machines which take them back to the good-old-days when these cars ruled the streets of the cities.
Whatever the motivation people may have in buying classic cars, one thing is certain classic cars are great things to have.
Getting classic cars at auctions is one of the cheapest and most efficient ways of getting your dream classic cars. Auctions are not for the weak-hearted, especially classic car auctions.
There are a few things that one has to take into heart when going to these classic car auctions, and this article tries to give wonderful tips about the subject.
Nature of Classic Car Auctions
First of all, let us look at how auctions are held for classic cars. Classic car auctions are held at a relatively moderate pace if you compare it with regular car auctions.
In regular car auctions, there are hundreds or even thousands of cars that are being exchanged during a single event. Since there are not too many classic cars out there in the market, there aren’t too many classic cars at auctions either.
So the auctioneer takes a more delicate approach in auctioning these cars off.
Some classic car auctioneers employ the English way of auctioning. This is perhaps the most popular form of auctioning where people try to outbid each other for a certain piece. The highest bidder will win.
This is the complete opposite of a Dutch auction where the auctioneer starts from a high price and goes lower and lower, the first person who is willing to take the price wins the bidding. The Dutch method is not usually employed in classic car auctions so try not to strategize based on this.
For the more rare classic cars, perhaps a sealed-first-price kind of auction is employed. Bidders make their bids secretly and write them down and seal them in envelopes, the highest bidder wins.
Strategy
Knowing the basics of how classic car auctions will give one a comparative advantage over the other bidders on how to properly get his dream classic car at a relatively good price. Getting into auctions is like playing a game, a mind game that is.
To properly go through a classic car auction and to successfully purchase a dream classic car in such an event, one needs to take the following tips below seriously.
1) Know your dream car
Classic car auctions are usually held in fall. So make sure that you do proper research before the said time of the year.
The auctions are usually publicly announced through official announcements in newspapers and through advertising mechanisms that the auctioneer employs. Getting your hands into their forms and list of cars is one of the must-do things. With the list on hand, one can do research about the cars.
The Internet is a great way of looking at the different qualities and features of each car together with the advantages and disadvantages. A blue book is also necessary for appraising the value of the car.
2) Price, price, price
At the end of the day, the true measure of one’s success in participating in auctions is not only in terms of bringing something home, but buying something at a price that he is willing to pay that is substantially lower than the existing market price.
Once one has finished doing research regarding his dream classic car, he should set a realistic price (that he can afford, obviously) and stick with it. If another outbids you, perhaps it is just not worth it.
3) Enjoy the show
Not everyone will bring home a classic car in every classic car auction. Therefore, one should enjoy the whole scenario and meet lots of people. It is always a great learning experience and perhaps the lessons can be employed for the next auction.
A classic car is always timeless. Auctions are one of the best ways to get these babies home at lowered prices. Go now and build that dream of yours and strategize!
Posted in Mini Moke Blogs Tags: Auction Cars, Cars Auction, Cars Classic, Classic Car Auctions, Classic CarsFuture Classic Cars
Classic cars have withstood the test of time and managed to remain a thing of nostalgic value to many. When a car is still modern, you cannot always tell which make or model will go on to become a classic. Like cars of days long passed, some of today’s cars will also become classics. It is hard to say which vehicles will last another twenty or thirty years from now. Many automotive resources and professionals have varying opinions on this matter. Of course, only time will really tell. But it is possible to make predictions and form your own opinion.
There are certain names in the automotive industry that always stand out. The Corvette is just one car that everybody seems to know. Though there are many different types of Corvette, the Z06 has a very good chance of being a potential classic. This powerful car comes equipped with a 7.0 L engine that encompasses an amazing 505 horsepower. That is a substantial amount of power for any car. Since many people make the Corvette their collectible car of choice, it is a safe bet that this model might be around for long time.
The Smart car is not one that you may assume will be a classic. It was designed to allow drivers to save money on gas. This car is very small and was designed to be efficient. Many people find it to be very ridiculous while others truly love it. Many might not think this car could possibly be a classic but consider the Volkswagen Beetle or the Mini Cooper. For some reason, many people really love small cars. As more of these vehicles are seen on the road, the chance of them becoming a classic greatly increases. Smart cars are definitely not for everybody but they have begun to find their own niche in the automotive world.
Many came to know the Dodge Charger after it made a significant impact as the main vehicle in the Dukes of Hazzard. When Dodge brought the Charger back in 2005, there were greatly contrasting reviews about it. However, both the Dodge Charger Daytona and Super Bee come in limited numbers and stand a great chance of becoming future classics along with its predecessors. The return of the Hemi engine had many muscle car lovers eager to get their hands on the Charger. In both 5.7 L and 6.1 L engines, this car comes with some impressive power.
Ford has certainly stood their ground in the automotive market. The Mustang Shelby has got to be one of the nicest and most powerful Mustangs on the road. This is a car for the true muscle car lover. Many of the new Shelby’s come in limited numbers so they are not all that easy to get your hands on. With 540 horsepower, nobody will laugh when this car is on the road.
If you buy a car hoping that it will be a major classic, you might be disappointed. You should choose the car that you like the best. Classics are unpredictable but it is interesting to see what makes the list.
Posted in Mini Moke Blogs Tags: Classic Cars, Many Different Types, Nostalgic Value, Test Of Time, Volkswagen BeetleClassic Car Insurance Quote
Some people think of classic cars as the transport of eccentrics and TV detectives. Others consider them to be glamorous, expensive, and high maintenance status symbols. But the reality is that many classic cars simply do not fit these stereotypes. A classic car is easy to rave about but incredibly hard to define. Who is to say that a cherished Austin A40 in a supermarket car park is less of a ‘Classic Car’ than a Mark II Jaguar at Ascot? And that’s where you need to know what is and isn’t classic – it will make a huge difference to your car insurance premium.
Top tips for getting the best deal
• It is widely reported in the motoring press that classic car insurance is far cheaper than a modern car policy but it is important to be vigilant and well informed.
• The condition and scarcity of a classic can vary dramatically, and an owner’s perception as to the value of his beloved car can often be at odds with his insurer’s valuation in the event of a claim.
• Search for a specialist insurer, they are more likely to provide specialist assistance and provide a better rate.
• It is vital that you take out a guaranteed agreed valuation when insuring your classic car.
A genuine agreed valuation is the value guaranteed by the insurer should the car be written off or stolen. Make sure you check that your valuation is ‘guaranteed’, as some insurers have refused to pay out the full amount, despite the owner believing that they were fully covered.
Insurers may or may not make a small charge for an agreed valuation but it can be a false economy to omit it from your policy if the pay-out on your claim turns out to be hundreds or even thousands less than you thought. So, if you are surprised to learn that insurers consider your beloved 1970’s Datsun Cherry a classic, make sure you take care when choosing your car insurance policy!
A car as special as yours deserves a special kind of insurance policy. That’s where Peter Best Insurance can help. With over 21 years experience in arranging specialist insurance of classic cars, they are well placed to provide you with classic car insurance quote and guidance in selecting the best policy for your car.
Peter Best Insurance Services Ltd is a specialist insurance broker with over 21 years experience in the collectable cars, motorbikes and commercial vehicles markets. The business operates out of two offices in Essex – Maldon is the main office dedicated to classic cars including MGs, Morgan’s, 4×4s etc (01621 840400), while Kelvedon has certain car schemes for Mercedes Benz, Volvo, Saab, BMW, for example and classic motorcycles. (01376 573033). Collectable commercial vehicles are also catered for here together with kit cars.
With their interest in the classic market, they have also forged strong connections with many of the car clubs such as the Mercedes Benz Club and the MG Car Club. This enables them to offer discounted premiums to existing club members, providing they can supply their proof of membership.
They have a portfolio of insurers who have created a selection of policies specifically designed with the classic enthusiast in mind. These will offer the best levels of cover at a competitive price.
Posted in Mini Moke Blogs Tags: Beloved Car, Car Insurance Policy, Classic Cars, Scarcity, Tv Detectives