Peter James Insurance Blog
Iconic Auctioneers, the new name for Silverstone Auctions
Peter James Insurance has enjoyed a long collaboration with Silverstone Auctions, and we are often present at their sales to guide new owners and buyers in finding tailored insurance for their new cherished acquisitions. Now though, our friends at Silverstone Auctions are changing their name, launching private sales and...
New concept car revives a long lost classic car brand – The Triumph TR
Exciting news has reached us, that our friends and partners within the Triumph Sports Six Club will be intrigued about. 100 years after making its place in history as a leading sports car brand, the Triumph Motor Company makes headlines again with a new all- electric concept car, created...
A Triumphant century
Our car club partners, the Triumph Sports Six Club (TSSC) are celebrating 100 years of the Triumph marque in 2023. The members of the TSSC are going to enjoy a packed programme of celebrations throughout the year. So, a whole century after the Triumph motor car first appared, let’s...
Getting started in classics – Part 4 – So you’ve bought a classic car, what now?
In our 4-part series we have already done our research, considered which classic is the best for our lifestyle, hovered around for-sale ads for weeks and even test driven a few classics. Now, we have decided to buy the best one. Now it’s in your garage. So, what comes...
Centenary in the sun – MG and Triumph 100, Silverstone
A Festival Celebrating the Centenary of Two Great British Marques. 10th & 11th June 2023 Over 3,000 classic MGs and Triumphs filled Silverstone for two glorious sunny days in June as the joint centenary event showed just how well events of this type can be done if resources are...
MG Centenary Celebrations
It’s a big year for MG as it celebrates 100 years, and on Saturday 27th May 2023 the MG Centenary celebrations began with a fantastic event at the British Motor Museum. Here’s our round up of the brilliant event! MG Centenary Celebrations – How it all...
Getting Started with Classic Cars Part 3 – The Test Drive
Last time we told you how to prepare yourself for classic car ownership (you can read that here), what facilities you’ll need and what to consider when purchasing a classic. Next comes the fun bit in Getting Started with Classic Cars Part 3… the test drive! Aside from a...
A Brief History of MG
Once one of the most recognisable British motoring brands – now again on the ascendancy – the rise, fall and resurrection of MG is a story of true British determination to survive. In the centenary year, we look back on the incredible history of MG – its highs, lows...
Peter James Insurance support Jaguar Enthusiasts Club at Castle Combe
Peter James Insurance is the sole supplier of club insurance to the Jaguar Enthusiasts’ Club and that includes provision of track day cover for their members taking part in club organised events as part of the JEC’s TrackSport calendar. We recently attended and supported the Jaguar Enthusiasts Club at...
Peter James Insurance announced as sponsors of Pride of Ownership competition at MG Centenary Celebration
We are delighted to announce sponsorship of the Pride of Ownership competition taking place at the MG Centenary Celebration at the British Motor Museum on 27th May 2023. Celebrating the one hundred years of production, visitors to the event will be able to cast their vote for their favourite...
