Antique Automobile Insurance

Cars that are older than 30 years are considered antique cars and they are usually used in shows and for display purposes only. Most people do not take their antique car with them to work or even on pleasure trips. Because they are treated with "kid gloves," so to speak, it can be a waste of money to get regular auto insurance for these cars as they are not driven on a regular basis. If you have an antique car, you are better off purchasing antique car insurance.

Prior to obtaining coverage, the car must be appraised by a certified appraiser. Most automobile insurance companies should be able to recommend a certified appraiser that they have used and trust. The appraiser will then determine the value of your car based upon the sale price of similar antique cars.

If the car is less than 50 years old, the appraiser may look for a "blue book value" on the car. The blue book value is used in the automotive industry to estimate the value of used cars. Most antique cars can found in this listing. In the event the vehicle is not listed, the appraisal may be based on the condition of the car.

An appraiser will use the blue book value or set a date to view the car to ensure it is in the condition stated by the owner. This is a precautionary measure used in the prevention of insurance fraud. There have been cases where the insured over estimates the value of a car and then damages the vehicle to collect the insurance. The owner collects on the estimated value listed in the policy. This is one reason it is important to have the vehicle apprised by someone who is trusted by the insuring agency.

Applying for antique automobile insurance is not much different than applying for regular car insurance. You will the need the basic information such as the year, make and model number as well as the value. You will also have to provide the insurance company with the driving license of anyone who will be driving the car. If there is a vehicle identification number on the vehicle, the insurance company will also need to have that to issue the insurance policy.

In addition to using the blue book value of the car, if possible, the value of the car is determined by the condition of the automobile. The insurance company will be insuring the car on the basis of the replacement value if something happens to the car, such as a theft. They will also be insuring it against damage to other individuals or to yourself if the car is involved in an accident. Valuation is always based upon the replacement value of the vehicle. This is determined either by the rated blue book value or by three other similar cars in the same condition and their value.

You have to do a bit of research to find out which companies offer antique car insurance. Big insurance companies usually have underwriters who may offer antique car insurance and are able to issue collision and liability insurance based on frequency of use and information regarding the primary driver or drivers of the vehicle being insured.

Several types of antique automobile insurance are available today. A policy based on actual cash value and determined by cars value at the time of policy issuance may not be a wise choice because it may depreciate the vehicles value each year. If the car is one that will gain in value with age, another type of insurance may be more appropriate.

Stated value is the better option as this will cover the appraised value of the car during the entire term of the insurance policy.

Agreed value insurance consists of a monthly policy premium. This option is best for drivers living in areas where climate changes limit the driving to certain months or require the car to be in storage. The cost for liability coverage is eliminated during the months of storage. The policy picked should be based on the value of the car and how often it will be driven during the year.

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