Wheel talk: Advantages of owning a classic car

Not everyone appreciates and understands the value of owning a classic car. Some family members might think that it’s a waste of time to have a classic convertible Chevy in your garage which you bring out just a few times a year. Obviously, car enthusiasts would disagree. This is because owning a classic car has its own set of advantages. Here are a few examples of those advantages.

Image source: times-age.co.nz

Values just go up: Unless you’re treating your classic car like a rundown toaster you can’t seem to dispose of, the value of your classic car will keep appreciating over time. Since manufacturers no longer create certain models, the number of remaining models gets fewer and fewer. This is why collectors pay such a high price for rare cars. If you own a particularly rare classic car, potentially selling it for more than its worth is certainly a possibility.

Image source: aarp.org

You can teach kids the value of responsibility: Taking care of a classic car is a good example for teaching kids how to be responsible. Of course, you won’t delegate the task to them. You lead by example. Teach your kids the intricacies of maintaining a classic car and the reasons why you do so. Besides responsibility, they can learn how to appreciate valuables better, the importance of looking ahead, and persistence.

They just ooze with style: They don’t make cars the way they used to. Bringing out your classic car for a spin will surely turn heads as youngsters, as well as car enthusiasts, would marvel at the sight of a classic.

Hi there, my name is Alpman Ilker and I am a family man from Denver, Colorado. I make sure that I get to spend time with my two children Sarah and Tom, and my loving wife, Susan. I prioritize my family more than my work or my hobby. For more on what I do, visit this website.

Restoration: The next step in your classic car journey

So, you love classic cars.  You own one.  You meet up with a classic car group in town on a regular basis.  You join conventions twice or thrice a year.  Your favorite TV shows feature classic cars.  Your favorite movies feature classic vehicles.  Basically, your life revolves around classic cars.  And though you may think you may have it all when it comes to classic cars, there’s still a long way to go on your classic car journey.  

It's now time to learn all about restoration.  That’s right son, a true classic car lover knows his cars from the inside out, and we’re guessing you do, too, which is good, because you’re already halfway to restoration heaven.

More and more people have been learning and dabbling in classic car restoration.  If you’re truly passionate about classic cars, you should try it, too.  Not only will it keep you close to the machines you adore, but you can also even earn a pretty from it.  Seriously.

The fact that you have a fire burning inside you means that you are willing to commit yourself to restoring a classic car.  While it may be quite of an investment since you’ll need to shell out a bit of cash to acquire the old body, parts, and paint, and so on, the end product will blow you away, mind and soul.  And if you’re restoring classic cars for interested buyers, you’ll get your investment back, with interest.

So, what are you waiting for? Hi there! My name is Alpman Ilker. I work as a general contractor from Denver, CO, but my main responsibility is my family. My passion lies in classic cars. To know more about what I do, visit this blog.