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rdjohn

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6,229 posts

196 months

Friday 17th February 2023
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My good news today was that I now have a Spanish number plate.

The bad news was that when I am trying to insure it, they are saying it is too powerful - Linea directa and MAPFRE - Alonso’s sponsor.

Really, its only a 2007 Boxster that I have owned in France for 12-years and only expect to use it for about 3000km / year.

Can anyone suggest a reputable insurance company for a car like this / usage?

Thanks

rdjohn

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6,229 posts

196 months

Sunday 19th February 2023
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For anyone searching in the future then Zurich seems a good starting point.

A broker at info@justinsurance.es made the introduction.

rdjohn

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196 months

Wednesday 3rd May 2023
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Thanks for your thoughts.

I assumed Linea Diecta would be the obvious route, as our house insurance is with them and used them before with a Golf convertible. So I have no idea why I was rejected, too powerful seems to be such a pitiful excuse.

I was seeking fully comprehensive cover, is that what you have? I had exactly the same answer from MAPFRE and so was really quite surprised.

rdjohn

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Friday 5th May 2023
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Thanks, that is interesting.

I ended up with Zurich - fully comp. with a €600 excess @ €569.29p.a. This is what I have paid in previous years in France. I feel certain that it would be cheaper in the UK.

rdjohn

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Tuesday 9th May 2023
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I will call LD again next year and ask for their super 3rd party cover. That seems very reasonable. Like you, I have never had a claim and will probably do less than 3k km each year.