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An expert at EllingsonClassicCars has warned drivers that price is one of the most important areas to consider before splashing the cash. Speaking on their YouTube channel, they said: \u201cThree reasons or ways not to get scammed when you want to buy a classic collectable vehicle.<\/p>\n
\u201cNumber one. Price. If the price is too good you know it\u2019s probably not real. You just don\u2019t do that.\u201d Lancaster Insurance also urged drivers to seriously consider pricing when looking at buying a classic car.<\/p>\n
The group added: \u201cYou are unlikely to be getting a Jaguar E-Type Series 2 in good condition for less than \u00a320,000, no matter what any \u2018seller\u2019 promises. However, it can be hard to price classic cars, as so many are unique. So, you do get genuine adverts listing absolute bargains.<\/p>\n
\u201cAnd many fraudsters know that offering a pristine Porsche at a knockdown price will set alarm bells ringing. Instead, they make their offer seem just a little better than the competition.\u201d<\/p>\n
DON’T MISS <\/strong> We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n EllingsonClassicCars has urged buyers to chat to the sellers before driving down to collect a historic model.<\/p>\n Speaking to a seller may also help potential buyers learn more about the car which could influence a decision to purchase the model.<\/p>\n They commented: \u201cNumber two you can Facetime or video chat or whatever with the people. That gives them some credibility and you know then that maybe they are real.\u201d<\/p>\n EllingsonClassicCars said: \u201cDeal with reputable sites that you can deal with\u2026 Legitimate sites. Check them out as those people have reputations to uphold and they are going to do a good job.\u201d<\/p>\n The RAC also stressed that reputable used car sellers could end up saving drivers money in the long run. They added: \u201cA main dealer or garage is likely to have put a used car through a rigorous inspection and offer a good warranty (usually six or 12 months).<\/p>\n \u201cWhile this will come at a price – increasing the outright cost of buying the car – it can offer you priceless peace of mind in knowing the car has been thoroughly checked out and is covered by a warranty.<\/p>\n \u201cBuying from a driveway trader could save you these higher upfront costs, but may prove to be a false economy as the car could end up costing you more in repairs.\u201d<\/p>\n
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