History

The Story of McGuinness's Classics Inc. Hello there! I'm Roy McGuinness. A warm Irish welcome to our web site and thank you for visiting us. Been in Classic Cars for many, many years in Wellington, since the early 70's. Wow! Doesn't seem that long ago. Still love them just as much -- see, touch, smell, listen, feel and enjoy. Like all business' the market keeps moving and due to some lease shuffling we moved again about a year ago - hopefully to stay put for quite a while.

Moved to a delightful old timber building, erected by the US Forces in the late 40's in Gracefield, Lower Hutt. Lots of charm, space and history, easy to find too. The complex is called "Gracelands" due to having had a number of film industry related tenants over the years. Sounds good to us!

So, come and visit us in the real and make sure you bring some time with you - make it relaxing and enjoyable. Always an interesting cross section of the unusual to drool and reminisce over. With larger premises we will need lots of fresh and interesting stock, either to purchase or sell on your behalf. Thinking of selling -- not using your Classic? Give me a call or drop me an email, be delighted to hear from you.

Working with me for a little while now is a young man by the name of Paul Taylor, recently out from UK {but I don't hold that against him} Paul's main passion is anything VW and fast motorbikes. He is operating under the name MOTO ITALIA and MARQUE TIME. Specializing in importing new high performance motorcycles such as Aprilia at amazing great value. Often many thousands below NZ$ list prices. He will happily trace any particular model classic car that does it for you also. You will find Paul very relaxed and and easy to deal with.

Our web site has been working really well for us and we are now also linked to Trademe. MTF . Autobuy, Trader Group and the MG Car Club site. Remember, we are the valuer recommended by The INSURANCE and SAVINGS OMBUDSMAN   for insurance valuations on Classic Cars in NZ, so get in touch and ensure that your car has agreed value cover and for the right amount. Really appreciate your support and interest over the years and look forward to further contact in the future.


Yours in Classic Motoring,
Roy McGuinness.