By Classic Yorkshire contributor Tony Lofthouse
It seems more and more younger drivers are turning to emerging classics as an affordable way to enjoy car ownership.
According to research from classic car insurers Hagerty UK, 27% of classic buyers are aged under 40 – up from 21% four years ago. Further data shows that our younger generation are more attracted to cars that were around in their youth.
AROnline have compiled an interesting top 10 of British classics for young drivers that are cheap to run and look cool!
They include the:-
Austin Metro – considered the saviour of British motoring in the eighties and fun to drive
Vauxhall Chevette – cramped and rattly but handles well
Vauxhall Nova – in its day a challenger to the Metro and Ford Fiesta and cheap to run
Mk1 Fiesta – Ford’s first European front-wheel drive supermini but disappearing fast
Mk3 Ford Escort – a grown-ups car available in a range of engine and trim options.
For those with bigger budgets, British icons like the MG, Mini, Ford Capri and Triumph Spitfire are aspiring and pricier choices.
To meet the growing interest in classic cars, groups like the Young Retro Motor Club offer regular car runs and events to bring young drivers together. In the last decade, the club has grown to around 13,000 members and is free to join.
In a time of increasing electric and hybrid powered motoring and expensive classics let’s hope the younger generation’s interest in the benefits of affordable older motors grows and grows.
To find out more about the Young Retro Motor Club check out their Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Youngretromotorclub/