Kit Car Insurance
A guide to help you find the best quote for these specialist vehicles!
Kit cars are an obsession for some people and a weekend toy for others, a large part of their appeal involving the challenges and sense of satisfaction that comes with putting together this type of vehicle. Most kit cars are either classic or sports replicas and when it used to be the case that these vehicles were identified on the road through their 'Q' registration prefix, the DVLA will now accept the prefix applicable when the car is initially registered.
Comparing insurance quotes for kit cars is a way to get the best deal when this type of vehicle generally requires specialist cover, and for the enthusiasts who may spend much money buying and many months building their dream kit car, insurance cover may be required during the entire construction phase. Once the car is road-worthy it is worth assessing your estimated mileage as this may qualify you for a limited mileage policy and is the type of information that may be asked for when applying for an on-line kit car insurance quote. As is the case with any type of vehicle, you may be able to reduce the quoted premium further if your kit car is stored in a garage and fitted with appropriate recommended security devices, and using our comparison tool will ensure that you ultimately pay the right price for a policy that is tailored for your particular kit car.
Both leading and niche car insurance companies can provide cover for kit cars, and to compare quotes from a variety will help you make an informed choice using our comparison tool as long as you have accounted for all the necessary factors that may affect the outcome of any potential claim. Agreeing a valuation of your kit car with the insurers at the time the policy is taken out is guaranteed to prevent any disagreements should the car be written off or stolen, and is therefore popular with many kit car owners who want to be sure of re-cooping the real cost of their precious kit as quickly as it took them to compare insurance quotes in the first place! As with any policy it is advisable to always check the wordings and seek clarification from the insurer if in any doubt.
