Of all the people driving cars on the road there are only a small number who really appreciate what it is they are doing and care passionately about the car they drive. This group of passionate enthusiasts will search across the globe for the perfect vehicle and when they find it spare no expense to import and modify it for local use. They rely on import car insurance to protect their investment.
Car insurance is complicated enough for the average driver. But if you’re someone who has personally imported their car, you know it can be extra frustrating. There are many things you have to do to an imported car to have it modified for local driving conditions. There is an extra investment in this process, but most insurance companies either ignore it, or refuse to insure it. If you are in this situation you should steer clear of the big companies and find a boutique agency to write you a policy.
Most people will never import a car for their own use. It’s just too complicated. To get a car from one country to another there is a maze of transport, duties, taxes, customs and modifications that has to be negotiated successfully. It is too much for most people. And insurance companies. But serious specialized agencies have the processes in place to determine their risk and cover your purchase, transport and driving an imported car.
Specialist imported car insurers know the pains you’ve taken to transport your car from overseas. They know you wouldn’t go to such effort if you weren’t passionate and they understand you won’t be satisfied if (touch wood) your car was involved in an accident or affected by fire, theft or wear and tear.
The life of a car enthusiast involves more than just driving from A to B on a daily basis. Some imported and specialist cars may only be used occasionally. Some are restored for shows and special events. All of these different uses should be discussed with your specialist insurer so they can tailor a policy to your needs. This is the big difference when dealing with a boutique agency. You’re not buying off the rack insurance.
If you’re a motoring enthusiast chances are there are few things more enjoyable than importing a rare, special car. You have something exclusive and important. To make sure you are able to enjoy your investment and don’t have to worry about ‘what if’ make sure you get import car insurance from a specialist agency. And get a good night’s sleep safe in the knowledge your baby is in good hands.
James Spacey is a prolific online wordsmith. As well as writing about import car insurance he also write about everything from ADHD to dog anxiety.