Originally Posted by waikiore
He seems rather bitter, though I have to agree with his summing up at the end

Yeah, he does seem to have a bit of a chip on his shoulder. The thing is, the classic car market has been crashing for a while now, it's been commented on loads of times by many different people. The only people in denial seem to be those who have a financial interest in keeping prices inflated - ie those who want people to see cars a a financial investment vehicle rather than a piece of machinery that exists to be driven and enjoyed.

As far as I can see, this is a good thing for car enthusiasts as it depresses values to points where previously unobtainable cars might be affordable for people with more normal incomes. It's also good (or it should be) for classic car mechanics/restorers. If your exotic classic isn't worth anything, then you may as well drive the thing rather than just admiring it in your garage and boasting to your mates how much it's worth. More cars being driven means more cars needing maintenance, repairs, and restoration.


Tim H.
1986 4/4 VVTi Sport, 2002 LR Defender, 2022 Mini Cooper SE