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Does Lancaster offer classic car insurance?

Does Zenith offer classic car insurance?

Want to make sure your classic motor has appropriate insurance? We see if Zenith are able to help.

What kind of insurance does Zenith offer?

If classic car insurance is what you’re looking for then Zenith (or Markerstudy as it's now known) is definitely a good place to start. Its specialist vehicle product provides cover for classic, American cars and motorhomes.  

What kind of classic insurance is available?

Markerstudy offers limited mileage discounts, agreed value polciies and club membership discounts.

What kind of car qualifies as a classic?

Zenith (or rather Markerstudy) doesn’t provide specific information on what does and does not qualify as a classic, so although it will provide cover for vehicles old enough to qualify as vintage younger examples may also qualify.

How do I get a quote from Zenith?

To get a quote from Zenith/Markerstudy the quickest way is to call the dedicated call centre on 01227 284700.

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Like almost all insurers these days you can get a quote from Lancaster Insurance by visiting their website and filling in the relevant forms, but the firm says to get the very best rates you should call them directly and speak to their knowledgeable staff who are well-versed in providing quotes for classic cars. You can even fill in a ‘call me’ form with some details and a representative will call you back at a convenient time.

Lancaster Insurance can be contacted on: 01480 484826

How much does insurance from Lancaster cost?

As with any insurance quote many factors influence the final figure, particularly with classic car insurance where the valuation of a vehicle can vary on its age and condition. The below examples are based on a limited mileage policy with the recommended excess figure.

 

1995 VW Corrado VR6

£5,000

2012 Mazda MX-5 2.0 Sport £10,000

1973 MGB GT V8 £28,000

45 year old

£125.24*

£197.15*

£104.66*

How do I make a claim?

If you need to make a claim you should refer to the dedicated claims number outlined on your policy documents, which is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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The cheapest insurance premiums as paid by Honest John readers.

We had a massive response to the challenge to beat TR of Saffron Waldon’s £97pa insurance premium for his 1994 Volvo 440 GLT. The winner is MP of Horley, who pays just £52 a year each via RH Specialist Insurance, tel 01277 206911, quoting MPP989/HJ1 to cover his 1952 Ford Popular and his 1974 Land Rover. Also listed are PE of Knightwick, 1937 Riley 12/4 Sports, £96.92 on a classic policy. DS of North Shields, Citroen, £95.96 comp with AA Insurance. BB of Market Drayton, 2000 Vauxhall Astra, £93.98 comp with Saga. FE of Northwich, Vauxhall Corsa 1.2, £93.46, comp with Saga. CE of Newmarket, 1995 Volkswagen Golf GTi, £93.28 comp with Saga. JP of Okehampton, MGB V8, £90.10 comp 3000 miles pa with Colin Holmes Ass. DB via email, 1967 MGB GT, £88.40 5000 miles pa on a classic policy. NB via email, 1966 Volvo P1800, £88.37, 3000 pa with Lancaster Insurance. RJ via email, 1981 Ford Fiesta Ghia, £88.31 with Lancaster Car Insurance. MG via email, 1983 LandRover S3, £87 on a classic policy. SJ of Plymouth, 1996 Peugeot 107, £86.97 comp with Saga. JF of Coventry, 1967 Triumph Spitfire II, £85.02 on a 5000 pa classic policy. GT via email, Volvo Amazon estate, £84.70 3000 miles pa on a classic policy. BD via email, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190E, £84.79 comp with Saga. AM of Gerrards Cross, 1973 Triumph TR6, £82 on a classic policy. OC via email, 1990 Peugeot 205 1.4XR for £79.04 comp with AA Insurance. PM of Lochcarron, 1995 Volkswagen Reimo camper, £78.31 comp with Saga. MP of Abersoch, 1992 Suzuki SJ413, £76 on a 3000 miles pa classic policy. RP of Hadzor, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt 1.6, £73.40 comp with Saga. JS of Sidmouth, 1986 Toyota Carina, £72.58 comp with Saga. BT via email, 1993 Kia Pride, £68.30 TPFT with Saga. VT, Hastings, 1935 BSA 3-wheeler, £67 with Manor Insurance. MP of Horley, 1952 Ford Popular, £52 comp on a business policy with Equity Red Star. MP of Horley, 1974 Land Rover, £52 comp with Equity Red Star/RH Specialist Insurance, tel 01277 206911 quoting MPP989/HJ1.
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