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So what exactly is a RV? Is it a car? Is it a mobile home? Is it both? Kings of the road, RVs allow families to travel in style on the nation’s highways and byways. Because of its sheer size, an RV allows you to bring your most valued possessions along for the journey. Your RV’s uniqueness, however, doesn’t exempt it from being properly insured. But will homeowners insurance do the trick? How about car insurance? To adequately protect your RV from all bumps and bruises, you need to obtain a quality RV insurance policy.

So where can you find competitive RV insurance coverage? By comparing a number of RV insurance quotes online, you find your ideal policy at a price you’re most comfortable with. To get the most bang for your buck, obtain a RV insurance policy from a reputable insurance company. Continue reading ‘RV Insurance: A Special Plan for a Special Vehicle’ »

The Jaguar XK120 was first revealed to the public at the London Motor Show in 1948, and it reinvented the world of sports cars by providing a car with elegant curves, a fantastic chassis, and a remarkable price. It became the fastest production car at the time of launch, and was rivalled only by the V12 Ferrari which was 4 times the price.

This proved to be an unbeatable combination, and became a milestone for Jaguar whilst reviving the motor industry with much fanfare after the war. Interestingly, the XK120 was only really designed as test bed with which to show off the XK engine, but with orders flooding in Jaguar wasted no time and put the car into full production. Several versions were eventually released, with the Roadster version being a hit amongst Hollywood stars like Clark Gable. It is still a design classic today, and in 1999 the car featured in the box office hit Cruel Intentions, driven by Ryan Phillippe & Reese Witherspoon. Continue reading ‘Classic Cars – Jaguar XK120’ »

So you just purchased your shiny new Suzuki motorcycle and can’t wait to take it out on the road for the inaugural ride. Before you go anywhere make sure you have sufficiently protected your new toy with Suzuki insurance. Once covered with Suzuki insurance you can take your bike out and ride it to your heart’s content without worrying about any financial repercussions.

The best way to find effective and affordable Suzuki insurance is to go online and compare auto insurance quotes from a host of auto insurance agents. Listed below are several pointers to keep in mind when shopping for effective, low cost Suzuki insurance. Continue reading ‘Got a Suzuki? Find The Right Suzuki Insurance’ »

The Volkswagen Beetle began production in 1983, and was produced right up until 2003. This is an impressive 65 years of production, which has seen a total of 21.5million Beetles having rolled off the production lines worldwide. It featured a rear air cooled engine feeding power to the rear wheels, and was designed for sustained high speed on the German Autobahns, and thanks to this extremely robust design featuring high build quality it ultimately became the longest-running and most-produced automobile of a single design in the entire world.

The original brief was to produce a cheap, economical and reliable car for the working class. Adolf Hitler and Ferdinand Porsche were the two men responsible for kick starting the birth of the Volkswagen Beetle, and it went on to become a true classic thanks to its legendary reliability with an almost unbreakable gearbox, and both its unique shape and the unmistakable sound of its air cooled engine. Continue reading ‘Classic Cars – Volkswagen Beetle’ »

The Karmann Ghia was essentially a VW Beetle with a different body shell attached, yet it is considered an elegant sports car. So what constitutes a sports car? For the Karmann Ghia it was all about styling.

In the years following World War II VW had been successfully producing small and efficient automobiles like the Beetle, with a reputation for outstanding reliability. But as time wore on consumers began demanding vehicles with style and elegance, reflecting the changing attitudes at the time. This call was answered by the Karmann Ghia. Continue reading ‘Classic Cars – Karmann Ghia’ »

There seems to be as many reasons for owning a classic car as there are classic car owners. For some owning a classic car can simply be an investment, whilst for others it provides a gateway to the nostalgia associated with days gone by. Whatever the individuals reasoning, owning and driving a classic car certainly makes a personal statement.

A lot of people will agree on the fact that they don’t make cars like they used to, and driving a beautifully restored classic car provides an escape to the days of motoring bliss, if only for a short while. These same people naturally congregate and form the various clubs, rallies and shows that appear around the globe. All of these provide the enthusiast with a much needed medium with which to vent their enthusiasm, and it’s a much needed outlet for a very absorbing hobby. Continue reading ‘Living with a Classic Car’ »

One of the first things to consider when buying a vehicle is if it is new or used and is it within your budget. Setting a budget is usually based on your current financial circumstances and what you wish to use the vehicle for. For example if it is for work or for family purposes may have an affect on the amount you are willing to pay. It is also important that once you have set a budget that performs the following checks in order to get the best deal.

Pricing

When buying a new van, the price is not defined by a RRP (recommended retail price) instead the cost will be dependant on wear and tear, number of miles on the clock, whether it has been used for business or private use (this will usually have a big effect on the previous two aspects). Another aspect you should study is what similar models are selling for, both new and used as this will give you a better indication of whether or not you are getting a good deal. Search online and in used car magazines to get a better idea of what you expect to pay. Don’t rush in and buy the first thing you see, look around first and even if you do go back to the first van you seen at least you’ve done your research. Continue reading ‘Used van buying guide’ »