> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.storehouses.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Vintage Automobiles

> Complete guide to tracking classic cars, collector vehicles, and vintage automobiles in Storehouses

## Overview

Track your vintage automobile collection with detailed fields for make, model, year, VIN, and condition. Perfect for classic car collectors, automotive enthusiasts, and investors managing collector vehicles.

<Card title="Vintage Auto Features" icon="car">
  * Make, model, and year
  * VIN tracking
  * Condition assessment
  * Restoration documentation
  * Mileage and service history
  * Market value tracking
</Card>

## Adding a Vehicle

<Steps>
  <Step title="Navigate to Add Item">
    Click "Add Item" from your dashboard or go to [storehouses.app/add](https://storehouses.app/add)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select Vintage Automobiles">
    Choose "Vintage Automobiles" as the category
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter Details">
    Fill in make, model, year, VIN, and condition
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add Documentation">
    Upload photos and documentation (title, service records, appraisals)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save">
    Click "Save Item" to add to your collection
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Vehicle Fields

### Identification

<ParamField path="make" type="string">
  Vehicle manufacturer

  **Examples:**

  * Ferrari
  * Porsche
  * Ford
  * Chevrolet
  * Mercedes-Benz
  * Jaguar
  * Aston Martin
</ParamField>

<ParamField path="model" type="string">
  Specific model name

  **Examples:**

  * 250 GTO
  * 911 Carrera
  * Mustang Shelby GT500
  * Corvette Stingray
  * 300SL Gullwing
  * E-Type
</ParamField>

<ParamField path="year" type="number">
  Model year

  **Examples:**

  * 1963 (Split-window Corvette)
  * 1967 (Shelby GT500)
  * 1969 (Boss 429)
  * 1973 (Carrera RS)
</ParamField>

<ParamField path="vin" type="string">
  Vehicle Identification Number

  **Importance:**

  * Verifies authenticity
  * Tracks ownership history
  * Essential for insurance
  * Required for registration

  <Warning>
    Store VIN securely - it's sensitive information
  </Warning>
</ParamField>

### Condition

<ParamField path="condition" type="select">
  Overall vehicle condition

  **Standard classifications:**

  * **Concours** - Show-quality, flawless
  * **Excellent** - Near perfect, minimal wear
  * **Very Good** - Well maintained, minor imperfections
  * **Good** - Presentable, some wear
  * **Fair** - Running but needs work
  * **Project** - Requires significant restoration
</ParamField>

<ParamField path="mileage" type="string">
  Current odometer reading

  **Examples:**

  * "45,000 original miles"
  * "12,500 miles since restoration"
  * "Unknown - odometer replaced"
</ParamField>

### History

<ParamField path="provenance" type="textarea">
  Ownership and vehicle history

  **Include:**

  * Number of previous owners
  * Notable previous owners
  * Racing history
  * Accident history
  * Geographic history
</ParamField>

<ParamField path="restoration" type="textarea">
  Restoration details

  **Document:**

  * Restoration date and shop
  * Work performed
  * Parts replaced vs. original
  * Documentation and photos
  * Cost of restoration
</ParamField>

## Types of Collector Vehicles

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="European Sports Cars" icon="flag">
    * Ferrari (250 GTO, Testarossa)
    * Porsche (911, 356)
    * Jaguar (E-Type, XK)
    * Aston Martin (DB5)
    * Mercedes (300SL)
  </Card>

  <Card title="American Muscle" icon="flag-usa">
    * Ford Mustang/Shelby
    * Chevrolet Corvette/Camaro
    * Dodge Challenger/Charger
    * Pontiac GTO
    * Plymouth Barracuda
  </Card>

  <Card title="Vintage Classics" icon="clock">
    * Pre-war automobiles
    * 1950s American classics
    * British sports cars
    * German engineering
  </Card>

  <Card title="Modern Classics" icon="car-side">
    * 1980s-1990s sports cars
    * Japanese performance
    * Limited editions
    * Supercars
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Best Practices

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Document Thoroughly" icon="file-text">
    Maintain complete records:

    * Title and registration
    * Service history
    * Restoration receipts
    * Appraisals (annual update)
    * Photos (interior, exterior, engine, undercarriage)
    * Original documentation (window sticker, manuals)

    <Tip>
      Store documentation copies in Storehouses Secure Storage
    </Tip>
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Store Properly" icon="warehouse">
    Protect your investment:

    * Climate-controlled storage
    * Battery tender when not in use
    * Proper car cover
    * Regular maintenance even when stored
    * Rodent prevention
    * Fuel stabilizer for long-term storage
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Insurance Considerations" icon="shield-check">
    Specialized coverage needed:

    * Agreed value coverage (not actual cash value)
    * Collector car insurance specialists
    * Document values with appraisals
    * Review coverage annually
    * Consider usage restrictions

    **Specialist insurers:**

    * Hagerty
    * Grundy
    * American Collectors
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Maintain Authenticity" icon="certificate">
    Preserve value:

    * Keep original parts when possible
    * Document any modifications
    * Matching numbers add value
    * Period-correct restorations preferred
    * Maintain original documentation
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Common Questions

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="How do I value my classic car?" icon="dollar-sign">
    **Valuation resources:**

    * Hagerty Valuation Tools
    * Sports Car Market
    * Bring a Trailer results
    * RM Sotheby's/Gooding auction results
    * Professional appraisals

    **Factors affecting value:**

    * Condition and originality
    * Matching numbers
    * Provenance
    * Rarity
    * Color combination
    * Documentation completeness
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Restored vs. original - which is worth more?" icon="wrench">
    **It depends on the car:**

    * **Survivor cars** with original paint/interior can command premiums
    * **Concours restorations** valuable for show cars
    * **Driver-quality** cars have strong market
    * **Matching numbers** always important

    <Note>
      Market preferences vary by marque and era
    </Note>
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How often should I drive it?" icon="road">
    **General guidance:**

    * Regular use is good (prevents mechanical issues)
    * Avoid harsh conditions
    * Warm up properly before driving
    * Keep fuel fresh
    * Document mileage

    **Storage periods:**

    * Run engine periodically
    * Use battery tender
    * Rotate tires
    * Check fluids
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Add Your Vehicles" icon="plus" href="https://storehouses.app/add">
    Start cataloging your collection
  </Card>

  <Card title="View Collection" icon="eye" href="/portfolio/viewing-items">
    Browse your vehicles
  </Card>

  <Card title="Organize Garage" icon="folder" href="/features/collections">
    Create vehicle collections
  </Card>

  <Card title="Export Inventory" icon="file-export" href="/portfolio/export-reporting">
    Generate vehicle reports
  </Card>
</CardGroup>