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Classic Car Insurance

Specialty auto insurance for collector, antique, and vintage vehicles with agreed-value coverage and mileage restrictions.

Last reviewed: May 2026 · Editorial methodology

Definition

Classic car insurance is a specialty product designed for collector, antique, vintage, and exotic vehicles that appreciate in value rather than depreciate. Policies are typically written on an agreed value basis, eliminating depreciation disputes at total loss. Most programs require the vehicle to be at least 10–25 years old, driven a limited number of miles annually (usually 2,500–7,500 miles), and garaged in a secured structure. Leading providers include Hagerty, Grundy, American Collectors Insurance, and State Farm's collector program. Premiums are often surprisingly low — $200–$700 per year for a vehicle valued at $50,000 — because classic car drivers log very few miles and are statistically low-risk.

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Related terms

Agreed Value CoverageA policy where insurer and owner agree on the vehicle's value upfront — full amount paid at total loss, no depreciation.Stated Value CoverageA policy where you declare the vehicle's value — but the insurer may pay only ACV at a total loss.Garaging AddressThe location where a vehicle is primarily kept overnight — a key rating factor for auto premiums.Full CoverageIndustry shorthand for a policy with liability plus collision and comprehensive — not a specific policy type.

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Source: Cover Forge USA editorial team|Last verified: May 2026|Methodology
Definitions are educational and may be simplified. Always refer to your policy contract and consult a licensed agent for terms that affect coverage decisions.
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Reviewed June 2026

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