Research Methods for a Classic Car

Local garages

As is the case with the purchase of a modern car, sticking to your local garage and car dealers can often be the first point of call.

If you find that the local dealership forecourts have models in the 70s or 80s from time to time, then it might be a good idea to let them know your audiences interested leave your number with them.

Although it may be a bit 'far, this might be a good way to be the first to know if something "fresh market" shows in your area.

Similar to this path, local MOT garage may also be worth a look. Any antiques that pass through may end up not being worthy MOT and is not likely to be of no interest for the present owners, if a collector, but it might be a wise investment.

Once again a long shot, but the owner of the garage may be able to get in touch with the owners of these cars.

Events and Auctions

Besides being an excellent source for suggestions and any news on new cars coming on the market, a lot of classic car events even now have a "mart car" section.

This gives owners the opportunity to showcase their work to their offer for the sale. The type of cars on offer will depend largely on the type of event, area and time.

Auctions can be great if you're looking for a car or particularly unusual, or one in excellent condition. Time must be taken to research any potential purchases before the auction rules to wait though.

It 's also interesting to note that these auctions usually move along very quickly so it's better to go to "sit" on a certain advance.

The Internet

The Internet has simplified the way in which fans can buy and sell classic cars.

Sellers are able to easily set up pages on auction sites like eBay, which are visible to the world in minutes .......