Many of us dream of purchasing a classic car in America and bringing it back to the UK. But then we’ve all heard stories of cars being over described and not looking as good as they did with a Malibu beach backdrop! Can you guarantee you won’t be disappointed? Perhaps not, but there are steps you can take to lessen the risks.
Before you’ve even made an offer on a car, check its history. Rather than relying solely on emails and messages, chatting to the seller and a quick search of social media can help you satisfy yourself that they actually own the car and that it’s in the condition they claim it to be. Video calls are also a great way to get a walkaround of the car and hear it run. Get a sense of their honesty by asking questions and get lots of photos including the underside and any other specific areas not included in the
