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Buying a classic at auction: five top tips for how not to get carried away
- 3rd March, 2023
You’ve seen the programmes, you’ve read the magazines: you want a classic car of your own. There are hundreds of auction houses, both online and in-person; if you don’t want to haggle via the classifieds, the salerooms are the place to go. For a newcomer, however, the process can be a daunting one; the adage of ‘buyer beware’ applies, as always.
Four underrated Eighties Japanese cars you should consider giving a home to
- 2nd March, 2023
The Japanese car industry was on a roll in the 80s. Critical acclaim was rolling in from Europe and the United States – and as export markets grew, a greater awareness of Western tastes developed. Some brands gained notoriety owing to motorsport, anime or hard-won reputation; others, equally as deserving, had to live in their shadow.
Thank you for joining us for Coffee with a Cause!
- 28th February, 2023
Thanks to everyone who joined us at Lancaster Headquarters on Thursday 16th February as we supported Practical Classics in seeing off their ‘Rebel with a Cause’ restored Reliant Rebel on a road trip around the south-east of the UK.
STAYING POSITIVE: LONDON ELECTRIC CARS
- 27th February, 2023
Examining the pros and cons of electric vehicles – especially where converted classics are concerned – is long overdue. In the first part of a new series, Lancaster Insurance Services spoke to London Electric Cars, a firm transforming historics in Vauxhall, South London.
Three reasons why you should add a 90s car to your collection – if you haven’t already
- 27th February, 2023
Bag a car from the late 20th century, before youngsters, emissions zones and collectors beat you to it.
Nostalgia on wheels: why the Ford Escort Mk3 should be your next classic
- 27th February, 2023
Ford of Europe’s first front-wheel-drive Escort was a sales chart phenomenon that you can still afford to run and enjoy in 2023 It can’t have escaped your attention that the Eighties is back in fashion.
PRIDE IN HISTORICS: THE GAY CLASSIC CAR CLUB
- 27th February, 2023
Classic cars insulate us from the world and its troubles. The chance to enjoy shared interests with like-minded people is a welcome respite; unfortunately, the LGBTQ+ community isn’t always afforded the same opportunity.
ULEZ BEATING CLASSICS FROM ACROSS THE DECADES
- 24th February, 2023
London’s Ultra Low Emissions Zone is set to move from the North and South Circulars to the Greater London Boroughs on 29 August 2023, meaning any non-compliant car is liable for a £12.50 charge to drive inside the zone.
MEET THE OWNER – MICHAEL RYMAN AND HIS 1967 WARTBURG KNIGHT
- 23rd February, 2023
Michael’s fascination with the Wartburg Knight commenced in 1974 when his father bought a Carmine Red Mk. 4 Tourist from Woodman’s Garage in Thundersley. Nearly 50 years later, his stupendously rare 1967 RHD example reminds British motorists of a time when such cars offered cheap and very practical transport.
MEET THE OWNER – ROBBIE POOLE AND HIS NISSAN MICRA K10
- 23rd February, 2023
It all started when I was 16, my dad was working at a garage and a customer of his owned a 1986 pre-facelift Champagne Gold K10 that I used to love the look of - it was a 1L Automatic model”. The impact of that first-generation Micra on Robbie Poole was such that today he is the proud owner of a 1986 example that looks as though it has emerged in our dimension via a time warp.
MEET THE OWNER – GARY LAZARUS AND HIS ROVER 2000 TC
- 23rd February, 2023
Gary’s 1968 Rover is not just a prime example of the 2000 TC; it has also enjoyed television stardom as Dr Gordon Ormerod’s transport in The Royal. In addition, the P6 has featured in The Damned United and made a guest appearance on Celebrity Antiques Road Trip, where naturally, it caused a sensation.
MEET THE OWNER - PATRICK BRADLEY AND HIS AUSTIN MONTEGO VANDEN PLAS AUTOMATIC
- 23rd February, 2023
The story commences on Facebook where recently Patrick received a message asking if he would be interested in buying a Montego. Of course, as the proud owner of a Maestro Advantage, Mr. Bradley was naturally curious, even before he learned it was one of only two Vanden Plas Automatics on the road.
MEET THE OWNER – PETE MARSHALL AND HIS LADA 1200 ESTATE
- 23rd February, 2023
“It took me years to track one down - my dad had seven, one after the other when I was growing up. It’s a UK car I found in a barn - not on a driveway on bricks kind of barn find!” And today, Pete Marshall is the proud owner of a 1976 Lada 1200 Estate – the result of one of the most important international collaborations in motoring history.
MEET THE OWNER – STEVE BRANDRETH AND HIS FORD CAPRI GHIA MK. III
- 23rd February, 2023
To say Steve’s Ford Capri Mk. III causes a sensation whenever he goes for a drive would be an understatement. He remarks, “The reaction I get every time I use it is incredible and the number of people that constantly take photos of it at every opportunity beggar’s belief.”
