| Local Garages | | | | research any potential buys along with the |
| | | | auction rules before biding though. |
| As is the case with buying a modern car, | | | | |
| popping down to your local car garage & | | | | It's also worth noting that such auctions |
| dealerships can often be the first point of | | | | usually move along very quickly so it's best |
| call. | | | | to go and "sit in" on a few beforehand. |
| | | | |
| If it turns out that any local dealer | | | | The Internet |
| forecourts have models from the 70s or 80s in | | | | |
| from time to time then it may be a good idea | | | | The internet has streamlined the way in which |
| to let them know your interested an leave | | | | enthusiasts can buy & sell classic cars. |
| your number with them. | | | | |
| | | | Sellers are able to easily set up pages on |
| Although it may be a bit of a long shot, this | | | | auctions sites like eBay, which are viewable |
| could be a good way of being the first to | | | | to the world in minutes. |
| know if something "Fresh to the Market" turns | | | | |
| up in your area. | | | | Also, there are numerous sites on the net |
| | | | aimed specifically at classic car |
| Similar to this route, local MOT garages may | | | | enthusiasts, notably |
| also be worth a look. Any antiques passing | | | | |
| through may end up not being MOT worthy and | | | | Car and Classic brings together countless |
| are likely to not be of any interest to the | | | | adverts for models ranging from before the |
| current owners, to a collector though; they | | | | 1920s to cars being released today. There is |
| could be a wise investment. | | | | also a section devoted to past & present |
| | | | motorcycles. |
| Again a long shot, but the garage owner may | | | | |
| be able to put you in contact with the owners | | | | At a glance visitors are able to post free |
| of such cars. | | | | adverts (which include 6 photos), find out |
| | | | about up coming events, view current car |
| Events & Auctions | | | | auctions and post requests within the |
| | | | "wanted" section. There are also extensive |
| As well as being an excellent source for | | | | links to insurance and car clubs websites. |
| picking up tips and any news on new cars | | | | |
| coming to the market, a lot of classic car | | | | One of the most useful features of car and |
| events also now have a "car mart" section. | | | | classic though, is its powerful search tool, |
| | | | which allows users to find specific cars |
| This gives owners the opportunity to show off | | | | based on a range of options (make, category, |
| their work an offer them up for sale. The | | | | region etc). |
| kind of cars on offer will depend heavily on | | | | |
| the kind of event, area and weather. | | | | This, along with all of the other features on |
| | | | offer, make car and classic a one stop shop |
| Auctions can be great if you're looking for a | | | | for current and classic car enthusiasts |
| particularly or unusual car, or one in | | | | alike. |
| excellent condition. Time should be taken to | | | | |