About our ex-military vehicle insurance
Your ex-military vehicle is a piece of living history. These special vehicles tell stories of service and sacrifice, preserved through your dedication and care.
But finding insurance that reflects their unique nature can feel like a military operation in itself.
At Abbeyfields Insurance, we specialise in protecting genuine ex-military vehicles with policies built around their quirks and requirements. We can cover historic, classic and vintage vehicles from all countries and services, including the UK Army, Royal Navy and RAF.
With decades of experience in the specialist car insurance market, we make it simple to protect your ex-military vehicle with cover built around how you use it.
Why your ex-military vehicle needs specialist insurance
Ex-military vehicles can be large, unusual or mechanically distinctive. But that shouldn’t make insuring them complicated. You might take your vehicle to club events, commemoration rallies or military shows and reenactments, or just enjoy driving something out of the ordinary.
However you use your ex-service vehicle, your cover should support, not limit, your experience.
That’s where Abbeyfields can help. We can arrange a bespoke insurance policy that reflects the realities of running and preserving your ex‑military vehicle.
Whatever your situation, we can help ensure your historic vehicle is protected against accidents, loss or damage, so you can enjoy it with peace of mind.
What our ex-military vehicle insurance includes
At Abbeyfields, we understand the passion and commitment that comes with owning and maintaining an ex-military vehicle, whether you’re an enthusiast or a collector. Our friendly team has vast experience in this niche market and can help you find the most appropriate cover. All we require is that your ex-military vehicle is at least ten years old, and you don’t use it as your main vehicle. Your policy can include:
- Show, rally and event cover
- Limited mileage discount
- Enthusiast club/trust members’ discount
- Member-to-member cover (subject to T&Cs)
- Breakdown and accident recovery
- Salvage retention
- Motor legal expenses (optional, up to £100,000)
- Laid up and SORN cover
You can insure your ex-military vehicle at an agreed value at no extra cost and update it whenever you need to. If it’s written off after an accident, you’ll receive that pre‑agreed settlement, minus your policy excess. And if your vehicle needs work after a claim, you can choose your own specialist repairer to ensure it’s returned to its pre‑claim condition.
Why get your ex-military vehicle insurance through Abbeyfields?
Abbeyfields is an independent, family‑run broker with decades of experience in insuring classic and specialist vehicles, including ex-military vehicles over ten years old. We underwrite policies on behalf of the UK’s leading specialist insurance companies, and our admin fees are among the lowest on the market. When you call us, you’ll speak directly to someone who can help you get the right cover straight away. Here’s what you can expect:
Decades of expertise
Personal service from a dedicated account manager
Tailored policies built around how you use your ex-military vehicle
Strong relationships with leading UK insurers
Fast, friendly support whenever you need us
Help with your claims from start to finish
Competitive premiums
Simple, hassle‑free policy updates whenever your circumstances change
Frequently asked questions
Check out our FAQs below. If you still can’t find what you’re looking for, get in touch. We’ll be happy to help.
We can arrange cover for a wide range of ex‑military vehicles, from lightweight utility models to large armoured trucks. That includes Jeeps, Land Rovers, tracked or amphibious vehicles, personnel carriers, motorcycles and more. If it served and it’s at least ten years old, we can usually insure it.
Yes. Tracked vehicles often fall outside standard insurance categories, but we work with specialist insurers who understand them. Just tell us how you store, transport and use it, and we’ll arrange cover that fits.
We do. Whether you own something common like a Willys Jeep or something more unusual, such as an AEC Militant or a demobbed field ambulance, we’ll take the time to understand its specifics before tailoring your policy.
In many cases, yes. If your vehicle is used only for shows, displays or restoration work, we can usually arrange appropriate cover on the vehicle's chassis number. Just let us know how you plan to use it, and we’ll guide you through your options.
Get your ex-military vehicle insurance quote today
Just call our friendly, expert team on 0121 655 3420, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, or leave your details using our form and we’ll call you back as soon as we can. One simple, commitment‑free call is all it takes to protect your vehicle with confidence.
