Classic Insurance for a 20 year old car

Gorteen

I have just bought a 2002 Toyota Celica as (future) classic. Would like to insure it and keep it moving while I address issues with bodywork, etc as part of an overall restoration.

I have a main car and have been continuously insured for almost 40 years. I'm hopeful a broker will be able to help. Is there any broker or company I should start with to get this 'second' insurance?

w124man

Always an emotive subject this. Many years ago I walked into an AXA office and told them I wanted to insure my house, car, wife's car and classics and asked them what they could do for me. No one has ever beaten them for value. I dont go online for quotes anymore, I call into the office and look them in the eye and get the deal done. They can be very flexible when you are sitting opposite them

Gorteen

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118445472#Comment_118445472

Am I correct in assuming a 20 year old car 'qualifies' for classic car insurance?

Sir Galahad

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118445662#Comment_118445662

Some do. I’ve a twenty year old Golf convertible. Carole Nash said in December that they would cover it in January. They actually rang me to give me a quote, then said the re insurer had changed. They suggested Campions.

maestroamado

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058226879/classic-insurance-for-a-20-year-old-car

FBD but i think it may be 25 years... a phone call will tell you...

ccmp

It's 20 but certain cars only. It may be 25 if that's the only car but they definitely will add a 2002 to a policy. In general they don't like the jap stuff.

w124man

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118445662#Comment_118445662

It will depend on the car but generally with AXA (for me) its 21 years. However, for some, 25 years is the break point. I did have my SL insured on the classic policy while it was 19 years old but it was only on a 'laid up, fire and theft' arrangement.

Gorteen

Tried all the companies who provide insurance cover for classic cars, Carole Nash, Axa, Ireland First. There's a distinct reluctance to insure my Celica, despite my unblemished record of 40 years safe driving!!! Eventually, FBD agreed to insure me. Happy days. Thanks to everyone for your advice