Classic car owners 'still keen to take to the track'

The economic downturn has not put motorists off taking to the track in their vintage vehicles, it has been claimed.

According to Motor Racing Legends, owners of antique autos seem keener than ever to get behind the wheel of their historic cars and battle it out with like-minded enthusiasts.

The group added there has been no evidence that people with classic models are storing them away as an investment or selling them off while economic times are tough.

It pointed out the events that it organises - the Royal Automobile Club Woodcote Trophy, the BRDC Historic Sportscar competition and the Pre-War Sports Car Series - are proving more popular than ever.

Spokesman Duncan Wiltshire commented: "We've seen a wave of fresh entries to our three historic series this year, including some very special cars we've not had racing with us before."

People who are planning on racing their vintage vehicles for the first time may find their antique car insurance provider can provide useful advice.

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