Yahoo News reports that more women are joining the predominantly male-dominated classic car market than ever before, new research has revealed.
According to a study of 2,009 adults conducted by classic car insurance broker Footman James, 26% of women would now consider buying a classic car.
The survey also revealed that over the past two years, the number of women who own classic cars has increased by 40%, with women expected to account for 11% of the overall market by the end of the year.
Footman James’ research also revealed women were savvier when it came to identifying appreciating classic cars than men were.
Female participants successfully identified two of the top five appreciating classics from the past year, while male participants only identified one.
Liam Lloyd from Footman James said: “Nowadays the classic car market is no longer an old boys club, with female owners proving their savviness when it comes to picking the top performing models. The popularity of mainstream media has introduced a whole new array of people to the world of classics, reflected in the rising interest from female buyers across the country.
“However for any buyer, regardless of age or gender, it’s important to keep a few top tips in mind. Look to buy the best, seek expert advice, don’t be afraid to ask questions and monitor the market. Also, while it’s natural to focus on potential increases in value – it’s just as important to make sure it’s a car you actually like. After all there’s a reason it’s often called a passion purchase.”
Lloyd also stressed the importance of ensuring classic cars were properly insured, as rising values could lead to them becoming under-insured.
Birmingham was identified as the city with the greatest number of female classic car owners, with Tonbridge and then Bristol rounding out the top three.
It was also found that the average age of a female classic car owner has dropped over the last few years, now standing at 52.
