An antique car generally refers to cars that are older than 45 years old. This is a rather loose definition and can vary somewhat from state to state. For the purposes of registration, most states will recognize a car older than 20 years old as being antique. For the car enthusiast, finding and buying an antique car can be an exciting and fulfilling hobby. Before you go shopping, make sure you know what you’re looking for. There are a lot of scams out there just waiting for someone to pay top dollar for a car that may not be a great deal after all. Some things to watch out for are:

Check the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Make sure this number on the vehicle matches the number on the car’s title. The VIN may be located at the base of the windshield, on the driver’s side door sill or in the engine compartment depending upon the model and age of the car.

Will you be able to buy replacement parts for the car? This is a valid question, because antique cars need to be maintained and repaired just like any type of vehicle. If you want to maintain the integrity of the word antique, you will want to make sure that parts are replaced with original parts matching the model of your car. Check into how difficult these parts will be to locate, how pricey they will be, and who can do repairs on your type of car.
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