28/01/2025

Celebrating 60 years as a specialist insurance broker

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This year marks a major milestone for us as we celebrate 60 years of serving our customers.

Our journey began in 1965 with a simple yet ambitious vision: to deliver exceptional service, build strong relationships and consistently exceed expectations. Staying true to these values has been the foundation of our success.

Over the past six decades, we have insured everything from Jaguar E-Types to Volkswagen Mk2s – and countless other classic cars. Our offerings have expanded over the years to include performance cars, homes, travel and more, always evolving to meet our clients’ needs.

The world looked very different in 1965.

In the UK, seatbelt fittings became mandatory in new cars, a significant step for road safety, though wearing them wasn’t required until 1983.

On the global stage, the Ford Mustang cemented its place in automotive history by selling over 400,000 cars in its first full production year.

It was also a pivotal year for culture.

The Beatles held the first-ever stadium rock concert in New York City, attracting tens of thousands of fans. British TV viewers tuned into Doctor Who, with the Daleks securing their place as pop culture icons.

Piers Morgan was born that year too.

In 1965, Chris Wilkinson founded our company from King’s Norton in Birmingham (hence the name).

At the time, there was no such thing as a tailored insurance policy for classic cars. Driven by his passion for classic vehicles, Chris collaborated with insurers to create specialist policies, providing coverage uniquely suited to enthusiasts. This innovative approach laid the groundwork for an industry that now serves tens of thousands of classic car owners.

Fast forward to today, we remain true to the values that set us apart.

Since Chris’ son, Mark Wilkinson joined the business in 2002, he has overseen significant growth. This includes new insurance offerings, growing the team, upgraded our offices and invested in our people. Along the way, we’ve also won awards and earned the trust of thousands of loyal clients.

Today, we continue to live by our values, providing the care you need for the things that matter to you, our clients.

As we celebrate this incredible milestone, we’re also looking ahead with excitement. Our commitment to serving our clients with passion and dedication remains as strong as ever.

Throughout 2025, we’ll mark our anniversary by sharing stories from clients who have insured with us over the years.

Mark Wilkinson reflects on this achievement: “Reaching 60 years is a tremendous accomplishment that I’m incredibly proud of. It’s all thanks to our dedicated team and loyal clients. Over the decades, we’ve built a reputation for trust, and we’re committed to strengthening it even further.

“As the world evolves, so do our clients’ needs. We’re ready to meet these challenges with innovative solutions and the same exceptional service that has defined us for 60 years. Here’s to the next chapter in our journey!”

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