A class of its own
Octane|January 2023
As insurance partner to Octane, Classic Insurance Services is delighted to be the headline sponsors of the Historic Motoring Awards, celebrating excellence throughout the classic and performance car sector.
A class of its own

The awards will share some of the world's most unique performance cars and as a specialist insurance provider for high-value vehicle collections, we appreciate the importance of protecting unique pieces of automotive history.

Rod Mitchell, founder and brand ambassador of Classic Insurance Services, explains: "We specialise in insuring rare and high-value vehicles and the specialist motor trade. Our clients require a personalised service, flexibility and discretion. Our ability to meet these needs are what sets us apart from other players in the market."

This story is from the January 2023 edition of Octane.

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