Collection Management

Building, managing and evolving a car collection. With knowledge, care and a long-term perspective.

A classic car collection is never simply a collection of cars. Every car has a story, reflects a personal preference and often represents a particular reason why it became part of the collection.

For some, it begins with the search for a long-awaited dream car. For others, it is about historical significance, engineering, design or the ambition to build a truly exceptional collection. And ultimately, it is about enjoyment: driving the cars, experiencing them, taking part in events and sharing them with others.

Geert Kistemaker from Heritage Cars supports collectors at every stage.

From evaluating and acquiring a new car to maintenance, restoration, valuation, documentation and sale. We look beyond individual cars and consider the collection as a whole. What belongs in it? Where are the opportunities? Which cars require attention, and how can the collection retain both its value and its character over the long term?

Personalised Collection Management

No two car collections are alike. That is why effective collection management begins with understanding the collector.

We take the time to understand what you want to achieve. Perhaps you want to build a collection around a particular marque, era or theme. Perhaps you are primarily looking for cars that you can actually drive and enjoy at international events. Or perhaps you are building a collection with an emphasis on value, provenance and a legacy for the next generation.

Based on these objectives, we can advise and assist with:

valuing and documenting an existing car collection;
sourcing and acquiring new cars;
assessing provenance, originality, condition and market value;
managing restoration and technical maintenance;
arranging transport and storage;
maintaining and expanding documentation and vehicle history;
selling cars when a collection evolves or the next opportunity arises.

A Collection That Keeps Moving

We believe classic cars are meant to be enjoyed.

A collection that remains permanently stationary tells only part of the story. That is why we also consider how each car can best be used within a collection. Which car is suited to a rally? Which classic will come into its own on a European tour? Which deserves to be presented at a concours? And which may be too valuable or delicate for extensive use?

Making these choices consciously ensures that a collection remains not only valuable, but alive.

Expertise and Access to the International Classic Car Market

The international classic-car market is constantly evolving. Exceptional cars are often sold before they ever reach the public market, and finding the right car requires more than simply recognising an attractive example.

Through our international network and knowledge of the market, we can search specifically for cars that genuinely add something to a collection. We look beyond price and appearance. Provenance, originality, quality, rarity and long-term potential all play an important role.

When a car eventually leaves the collection, we can guide that process as well. Discreetly, carefully and with the same attention with which the car was originally acquired.

Peace of Mind Behind the Scenes, Enjoyment in the Foreground

A collection of exceptional cars requires attention. But that does not mean you need to be involved in every detail.

We provide the overview and keep track of what requires attention. From maintenance and restoration to documentation, value preservation and future acquisitions. You can be confident that your collection is in good hands, allowing you to focus on what made you start collecting in the first place.

The goal is not simply to build a valuable collection, but one that gives you genuine enjoyment every time you experience it.

Heritage Cars is here for collectors who want to find, preserve, experience and pass on exceptional automobiles.

Please feel free to get in touch with Geert and find out what we can do for your car collection.

Geert Kistemaker
+31 6 24276296
geert@heritagecars.nl

classic car and oldtimer collection management

Heritage Cars: collection management: management, advice and control over your collection of classic cars