Youngtimer - What is it and why should you buy it?
You don't really like new cars, and seeing older models makes your heart beat faster? Perhaps the ideal vehicle for you is the youngtimer — a car that has long since passed its first youth, but is still great for everyday driving. Automotive classics delight not only with their original appearance, but also have a number of other advantages. Why buy a vehicle called youngtimer? What does it mean and what does it mean to own an older car? We invite you to read.
Youngtimer — what is it?
Looking through older car models on the net, you can come across the term youngtimer. What does that mean? There is no definition of youngtimers in Polish law. Most often, however, it is assumed that these are cars younger than the oldtimers that were produced at least 25 years ago. It is worth emphasizing that the age limit is not clearly defined and universal in all countries. For example, in the Netherlands, youngtimers are considered classic cars that are less than 40 years old and were produced before 1988. This should be kept in mind when searching for a vehicle.
What youngtimer cars can you meet on the streets? Examples of cars in this category are the Honda CRX, Mercedes 190 or Saab 900. Car enthusiasts appreciate them for their design, as well as simplicity in construction and equipment. What is a disadvantage for some turns out to be a huge advantage for others. That is why youngtimers, especially those in good technical condition, have their die-hard fans all over the world.
Why buy a youngtimer?
Do you wonder, Is youngtimer car the car for you? It all depends on your expectations for the vehicle. What distinguishes youngtimery is:
- original appearance - a great choice for fans of the classics, who do not quite like the latest trends in car design,
- simple construction and lack of electronics — thanks to this, the repair of possible defects of youngtimers is not as complicated as in the case of new cars,
- convenience — although youngtimers do not have as advanced equipment as new car models, they are great for everyday driving.
It is also worth mentioning the possibility of potential earnings. The value of classic vehicles in good technical condition increases over time, so you can treat the purchase of a youngtimer as an investment.
Import of youngtimers from Japan
If you are seriously considering buying a youngtimer, Remember not to be guided solely by the price of the car. Cars of dubious origin, with high mileage, requiring many repairs are not the best choice - they can cause a lot of expensive problems. Importing is much safer uta from Japan — the inhabitants of the cherry blossom country are famous for taking care of their vehicles. So you can easily find your dream model in very good technical condition and with low mileage. How to bring a car from such a distant country? Our company comes to the rescue.
At Sakura Motors, we offer advice on choosing a vehicle, help with all formalities and participation in auctions on behalf of the buyer. We also provide transportation of the car to the indicated address. If you want a safe, efficient and hassle-free purchase of a youngtimer, welcome to contact us!



