Insurance for classic cars is different from the average model you use for commuting to work every day. Your classic car needs specialty care and coverage: after all, you won’t be driving it as often, replacement parts can be harder to find, and it’s probably worth more than a typical economy vehicle today.

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What is classic car insurance?

Classic car insurance offers many of the same coverages as a regular auto insurance policy, but tailored to the needs of classic or antique cars.

Most insurance providers have dedicated classic car insurance policies for sale.

What is a classic or antique car?

Insurers typically group old vehicles into two groups for insurance purposes:

A classic car is a vehicle that’s 10 to 24 years old and has historic interest (e.g., a hot rod or muscle car)

An antique car is a car that’s 25+ years old and has historic interest. Any classic car that ages over 25 years becomes an antique car.

What makes classic car insurance different?

Typically, classic car insurance is cheaper than regular auto insurance. This is partially because classic car insurance policies include a limited use/mileage cap, which limits you to using the vehicle for infrequent pleasure driving, shows, parades, clubs, and other exhibitions.

To qualify, you must also keep your classic car securely stored indoors and restored to and preserved in its original condition (or at least undergoing restoration).

Since each classic car is unique, you will have more customization options for things like parts replacement. This uniqueness also means that there is no set “book value” for specific makes and models. You’ll likely negotiate an agreed-upon value of the car with your insurer before finalizing the policy.

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Delaware classic car insurance

Delaware’s provisions for classic cars are laid out in the Antique Vehicle Law and Division Procedures document.

According to the law, any car, truck, or motorcycle produced more than 25 years ago and conforming to original manufacturer standards is an “antique vehicle” and eligible for an antique license plate. To receive an antique license plate, submit an application to the DMV and you can receive the plate for $25.

You must present the car title at the time of application. The Antique title fee is $35

Your vehicle must pass an initial inspection and an official DMV inspection within 90 days

Your antique vehicle status will be revoked if you do not limit use of the vehicle to participation in parades, exhibits, club activities, etc.

You will need to renew your Antique vehicle every two years and will receive prompts from the DMV.

In Delaware, the minimum required coverage for a classic car is as follows:

$25,000 in

bodily injury liability

per person

$50,000 in bodily injury liability per accident

$10,000 in

property damage liability

per accident

$15,000 in

personal injury protection

per person

$30,000 in personal injury protection per accident

You can add

collision coverage

comprehensive coverage

, and

uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage

to your policy.

If you fail to purchase these minimums, you will be subject to a fine of $1500+ ($3000 for subsequent offenses) and face license suspension for six months.

What impacts the cost of classic car insurance in Delaware?

Classic car insurance is usually less expensive than a regular auto insurance policy, but the exact coverage you choose can increase your rates.

Other factors that can impact your classic car insurance rate include:

Model year

Stated or guaranteed value

Mileage

Customization—if you include things like flatbed towing, roadside assistance, spare parts coverage, etc.

Your driving record

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Benefits of classic car insurance

Your antique vehicle is special—perhaps it’s been passed down to you from a grandparent or was an extremely rare find. Regular car insurance is not sufficient to protect such a car against damage or loss.

If your classic car’s value exceeds the original selling price (making it a “collectible”), you may be eligible for specialized classic car insurance.

Here are some of the benefits of getting classic car insurance:

Rates 40% to 70% lower than standard car insurance

Higher coverage limits (often up to $500,000)

Flexible annual mileage limits

Claims handling from fellow car enthusiasts

Flexible deductible options

Guaranteed or agreed value coverage

Optional coverage for spare parts and memorabilia

Roadside assistance using only flatbed tow trucks

Discounts for additional security features (like alarms, VIN etching, and GPS tracking)

Potential discounts on approved collector car club memberships

Do I need classic car insurance?

If you have any of the following, you likely need specialty coverage:

Antique & classic cars

Vintage boats

Modern collector vehicles

Modified vehicles

Classic trucks and utility vehicles

Motorsports vehicles

Vintage motorcycles and scooters

Retired commercial vehicles

Collector trailers

Vehicles under construction

Classic military vehicles

Antique tractors

Coverage options for classic car insurance

As mentioned above, you can customize your classic car insurance with multiple coverage options. The coverage you choose will depend on the type of car you have and what you think is necessary to protect it fully.

Here are some common coverages for classic cars:

Coverage	Description
Comprehensive	Covers damage that isn’t the result of a collision, such as from severe weather or vandalism.
Collision	Covers damages resulting from a collision with another vehicle or stationary object.
Uninsured/underinsured motorist	Covers damages if you’re involved in an accident with a driver who doesn’t have auto insurance.
Agreed value coverage	If you’re in a covered accident and your classic car is a total loss, you’ll receive the full agreed-upon value (minus your deductible) without any deduction for depreciation.
Flexible mileage	Tired mileage plans give you flexibility to customize your policy based on how much you actually drive your classic car.
Roadside assistance	Coverage for tire changes, towing, and other incidental expenses that aren’t part of a typical auto insurance policy.
Spare parts	Add coverage for loss or damages to classic spare parts—even ones that are expensive or hard to find.

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