Classic car is a given term to refer to an older automobile model. Those more than 25 years old already could fall under this type of car. One group named the Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) is a leading authority for such collectibles. Classic vehicles to them are those produced between 1925 and 1949, be it local or foreign. This is the pre-war period.

The truth is, as long as the motor spares that are fitted are in good condition and suitable for the job (i.e. they are right car parts for the right car model), most garages and mechanics will not object if you want to provide the parts yourself. They still get their markup on the labour. Next time you are facing an MOT repair job, find out what the parts are and ask if you can source your own. Yes, it might slow the job down a bit (and if you need an urgent repair, you’ll probably have to go with what the garage provides) but if you do have the time, go for it!

If you park your car in a secured location, the chance of burglary will be less. Mention it to the company when you discuss about the policy. This will bring a lower rate.

scrap a car near me Most of us get all our car repairs done at the local garage, or if you’re lucky, you might have a mechanic or car fanatic neighbour who can help you out.

used car parts In the case of a garage, you can bring your own auto parts! I only recently learned this while doing the marketing for an online parts store. I just bought brake pads and brake rotors online (they didn’t sell calipers online but I am fortunate enough to be working in the same building as their bricks and mortar auto parts store so I bought the calipers there).

The savings will vary from garage to garage but could be close to 50% on parts (70% in some cases!) – there will not be a savings on labor of course and labor typically costs more than parts.