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Comparing Agreed Value vs. Stated Value Auto Coverage: Which Is Better for Protecting Your Classic?

If you're shopping around for insurance to protect your collector car or truck, you'll likely come across a few options. A standard auto insurance policy will usually cover the vehicle for its actual cash value, while more specialized programs offer agreed value or stated value coverage...

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Why Classic Car Insurance Just Makes More Sense Than A Standard Auto Policy

Your collector vehicle is far more than just a mode of transportation. It's an investment - of not just money and time but emotion. OpenRoad understands that and has made sure its classic car insurance program provides the specialized coverage these vehicles deserve. Here we explain why it pays to get a specialized policy over one with conventional terms...

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How To Protect Your Classic Car or Truck From Natural Disasters Like Floods & Wildfires
In the past two decades, extreme weather events have become more common in the U.S. Wildfires have decimated towns in the West, hurricanes and superstorms have flooded states up the Eastern Seaboard and across the South, and Tornado Alley has expanded from the Great Plaines into the Midwest...
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HOT ROD Pod Presented by OpenRoad Insurance
OpenRoad’s Chief Revenue Officer, Bryan Ballatore, had the opportunity to sit down with Brian Lohnes & John McGann from MotorTrend Group's Hot Rod Pod to discuss what sets OpenRoad's Classic & Collector Auto Insurance apart from the competition. And wait until you hear Bryan describe his dream garage!
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Classic Car Care: Tips for Keeping Your Ride Looking & Running Great

The earth is constantly trying to reclaim your vintage car. Moisture will eat away at its sheet metal, while the sun’s rays will bake its paint, rubber, and plastic. Just like a car that is driven regularly, one that is used sparingly needs to be looked after. Here are some quick tips that can help keep your classic car looking and operating at its best.

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Considering Buying A Classic Car Or Truck?  Here Are Some Tips To Guide You

Classic vehicle ownership can be the source of many great memories! The key is to ensure that these are treasured memories, not ones of regret because you bought the wrong vehicle. This article is intended to help you make the best decision to ensure that your classic car purchase experience is enjoyable, filled with many miles of memories and hours of tinkering and pampering your dream ride.

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Pre-Purchase Inspections (PPI): Always a Good Idea

A skilled inspector thoroughly assesses the vehicle, documenting its strengths and weaknesses to give the buyer a clear understanding of its condition. They research the specific model under inspection and are familiar with its known issues that need evaluation. This includes checking the car's originality.

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What Vehicles Qualify for Classic Car Insurance?

If you were to ask 10 different enthusiasts to define a “collector car,” you’d likely get 10 varying answers. When it comes to qualifying for collector vehicle coverage it’s less about the labels and more about how you use your ride. Fortunately for car enthusiasts, OpenRoad has a simple and broad definition.