Europe brakedown cover for cars over 25 year old??

[rj1910]

I'm taking our old Subaru SVX on a run to Belgium and Germany for a week on Saturday, i didn't anticipate an issue getting breakdown cover, its 28 year old and cover is a challenge for cars over 20.

I had a quote for around £130 for the 7 days from the AA, are there any other options worth looking at?

Thanks in advance!

[sortedcossie]

A lot of them now want vehicles under 16 years.

You may need a specialist rather than mainstream: https://www.sterling-insurance.co.uk/breakdown-cov...

Although over £100 sounds a lot, i'm sure we paid £70 a few years back on a car that was 15.

Worth checking your insurance too, I don't have it to hand but i'm sure our classic policy covers UK mainland and the main Europe zones for breakdown.

[Rumdoodle]

Probably not helpful at such short notice, but I have European breakdown / recovery as an option on my classic insurance. Can you add it to your policy?

[Riley Blue]

Try Britannia Rescue, they may be able to help.

[FlyVintage]

The RAC do not have a maximum age of vehicle and I have EU cover with them on something much older than yours. It’s certainly worth a try for comparison.

Edited to add that when I obtained mine I found little difference between a couple of weeks cover and a full year. Similarly, adding my daily driver onto the same policy was an insignificant increase so did that too.

Edited by FlyVintage on Thursday 21st August 13:38

[miniman]

Riley Blue said:

Try Britannia Rescue, they may be able to help.

That was my thought.



Additionally, the detailed policy information here lists no age based restrictions.

https://www.britanniarescue.com/content/dam/onemar...

[sideways man]

Following wit interest, I’m driving my 12 yr old Volvo to the Netherlands in October…

[RONV]

We have been traveling over 30 years overseas and still do 2 tours a year in our 1966 MK1 Cortina Crayford and off again on the 6th of September to 6 hotels 2 weeks and a car show in Rouen France with our French motor club.

[RONV]

[RONV]

[RONV]

[Riley Blue]

Yes Ron, we get that but which Europe breakdown cover for cars over 25 years old do you recommend?

[rj1910]

miniman said:

That was my thought.



Additionally, the detailed policy information here lists no age based restrictions.

https://www.britanniarescue.com/content/dam/onemar...

Thank you! just signed up with Britannia for the year, I called them just to make sure about the age of the car and I can confirm that they don't discriminate us old car lot.. no age restrictions to the car as long as its roadworthy!

[miniman]

rj1910 said:

miniman said:

That was my thought.



Additionally, the detailed policy information here lists no age based restrictions.

https://www.britanniarescue.com/content/dam/onemar...

Thank you! just signed up with Britannia for the year, I called them just to make sure about the age of the car and I can confirm that they don't discriminate us old car lot.. no age restrictions to the car as long as its roadworthy!

Good to hear. They have always been good since my Dad was involved in setting it up in the 80s.

[Riley Blue]

miniman said:

rj1910 said:

miniman said:

That was my thought.



Additionally, the detailed policy information here lists no age based restrictions.

https://www.britanniarescue.com/content/dam/onemar...

Thank you! just signed up with Britannia for the year, I called them just to make sure about the age of the car and I can confirm that they don't discriminate us old car lot.. no age restrictions to the car as long as its roadworthy!

Good to hear. They have always been good since my Dad was involved in setting it up in the 80s.

Thank your Dad from me, they've brought my Riley home on several occasions.

[hmg]

Might be too late for the OP but a Nationwide Flex plus account gives you the below for £18/ month.

If you breakdown what your probably paying for each of the elements separately it’s pretty good value IMO.

It covers any car and any age car too!!


Worldwide travel insurance cover for your family, for trips up to 31 days
This includes cover for winter sports, travel disruptions and more from Aviva Insurance Limited. You can also upgrade your travel insurance to get the holiday cover you need.

Mobile phone insurance for the whole family
Your phone and those belonging to your partner and dependent children are covered for loss, theft, damage and faults by Assurant.

Vehicle breakdown cover in the UK and the rest of Europe
Includes cover for any eligible vehicle you're travelling in plus any vehicles you own, even if somebody else is driving. Provided by the AA.

Use your card while you're on holiday
There are no Nationwide charges for using your card abroad or in a non-sterling currency.

[miniman]

hmg said:

Might be too late for the OP but a Nationwide Flex plus account gives you the below for £18/ month.

If you breakdown what your probably paying for each of the elements separately it’s pretty good value IMO.

It covers any car and any age car too!!


Worldwide travel insurance cover for your family, for trips up to 31 days
This includes cover for winter sports, travel disruptions and more from Aviva Insurance Limited. You can also upgrade your travel insurance to get the holiday cover you need.

Mobile phone insurance for the whole family
Your phone and those belonging to your partner and dependent children are covered for loss, theft, damage and faults by Assurant.

Vehicle breakdown cover in the UK and the rest of Europe
Includes cover for any eligible vehicle you're travelling in plus any vehicles you own, even if somebody else is driving. Provided by the AA.

Use your card while you're on holiday
There are no Nationwide charges for using your card abroad or in a non-sterling currency.

You should read the small print very carefully.

[TypeR]

I've used Chris Knott for my Alfa GTV. They cover the car in the UK and Europe for £85.00 annually. Iv'e not had to use them luckily, so I can't comment on their service.

[hmg]

miniman said:

You should read the small print very carefully.

I did but please elaborate in case I’ve missed something ?

[twibs]

Try Howden insurance