We take the effort out of looking
Finding the right classic car can take time. The model you’ve always wanted may be rare, difficult to find or simply unavailable at the moment.
At Classic Auto Works, we help you search for rare, unusual and hard-to-source classic cars through a combination of specialist websites, auction houses, dealer listings, enthusiast communities and our trusted network of classic-car contacts.
Rather than settling for the wrong car, let us keep looking for the right one.
Tell us what you’re looking for, and we’ll regularly check for suitable vehicles as they become available.
Choose your search frequency
Monthly Search — £15 per month
A straightforward way to keep an eye out for your dream car.
- One scheduled search check each month.
- Review of relevant listings and opportunities.
- Notification if a potentially suitable vehicle is identified.
Weekly Search — £30 per month
For buyers who want a more regular search without having to monitor the market themselves.
- One scheduled search check each week.
- Regular review of relevant listings and opportunities.
- Notification when a potentially suitable vehicle comes to our attention.
Priority Search — £50 per month
For buyers looking for a rare, unusual or particularly specific classic car.
- One scheduled search check every three days.
- More frequent monitoring of relevant listings and opportunities.
- Priority notification when a potentially suitable vehicle is identified.
All plans are tailored to your requirements, including your preferred make, model, year, specification, condition and budget.
Where we search for your dream car
We look beyond the usual classifieds to explore a wide range of potential sources.
Depending on your chosen plan and the type of car you’re looking for, our searches may include the following.
Specialist classic-car websites
General vehicle marketplaces
Classic-car auction houses
- Bonhams
- H&H Classics
- Iconic Auctioneers
- Anglia Car Auctions
- Historics Auctioneers
- Mathewsons
- Collecting Cars
- Manor Park Classics
- Brightwells
Owners’ clubs and enthusiast communities
We also look at relevant opportunities through:
- Make- and model-specific owners’ clubs.
- Classic-car club newsletters and classified advertisements.
- Marque-specific forums and enthusiast communities.
- Relevant classic-car Facebook groups.
- Local classic-car clubs and specialist networks.
Specialist dealers and independent garages
Our search may also extend to:
- Independent classic-car dealers.
- Marque specialists and sports-car dealers.
- Restoration businesses and classic-car workshops.
- Dealer stock lists and new-arrival announcements.
- Trusted contacts who may know of vehicles becoming available.
Classic-car shows and private-sale opportunities
Not every car is advertised online. We also recognise the value of personal connections within the classic-car world, including:
- Classic-car shows and motoring events.
- Specialist dealer events.
- Private-owner enquiries through our network.
- Collectors and enthusiasts considering a sale.
- Word-of-mouth referrals and potential opportunities before public advertising.
The right car may be out there, even if you haven’t seen it advertised. Our aim is to help you discover opportunities you might otherwise miss.
The sources checked will depend on your chosen plan and the specific vehicle you’re seeking. We do not claim that every source is checked on every scheduled search.
How it works
1. Tell us about your dream car.
Let us know the make, model, preferred year range, specification, condition and budget. The more detail you provide, the better we can tailor the search.
2. Choose your search plan.
Select monthly, weekly or every three days, depending on how frequently you’d like us to look.
3. We keep searching.
We check relevant websites, listings, auction catalogues and other appropriate sources, drawing on our trusted network where possible.
4. We notify you of potential matches.
When we identify a promising vehicle, we’ll share the available details so you can decide whether you’d like to investigate further.
5. Take the next step with confidence.
Once you’ve found a car you’re interested in, Classic Auto Works can provide a separate pre-purchase assessment to help you understand its visible condition before committing to a purchase.
Pre-purchase assessments
Found a car that looks promising? We can help you take the next step.
Our classic-car pre-purchase assessment costs £110, including advance research, up to one hour inspecting the vehicle in person and a written report afterwards.
Travel is charged separately at 48p per mile from our base in Stourbridge, calculated on the return journey.
Assessments are subject to availability and arranged separately from the sourcing subscription.
Start your search today
Whether you’re looking for a classic British sports car, a rare model from a favourite marque or the car you’ve wanted for years, Classic Auto Works can help you keep an eye out for the right opportunity.
Contact us with your requirements and choose the search frequency that suits you.
Your dream car may not be on the market today. Let us keep looking for tomorrow.
Search plans cover scheduled searches and notifications, not a guarantee that a suitable vehicle will be found. The frequency of checks refers to the agreed search schedule, not continuous monitoring. Availability depends on the market and your requirements. Vehicle purchases, travel and additional services are separate. Any subscription cancellation terms will be provided before you sign up.
Classic Auto Works — connecting enthusiasts with exceptional classic cars.
