A new classic car business has launched in Kent, specialising in the finest Italian thoroughbreds. Foskers Classics – run by the same team behind the UK’s oldest independent Ferrari specialist, Foskers – will offer a wide variety of superb Italian classics built beyond the bounds of Maranello.
New Foskers Classics business showcases Italian legends
The website for the new business is already up and running (www.foskersclassics.com), showcasing a supreme trio of Italian characters, including:
- 1975 Lamborghini Jarama S; a rare UK-delivered RHD car, subject of a no-expense-spared recent restoration, which is fastidiously detailed in the vast history files that accompany the car
- 1994 Lancia Delta Integrale Evo 2; in what can only be described as outstanding time-warp condition, with the original delivery plastic still coating the carpets and immaculate, unmarked interior
- 1994 Alfa Romeo SZ; arguably the boldest road car design ever put into production, and presented in pristine condition with just 10000 miles from new
These legendary Italian classics represent just a taste of what’s to come at Foskers Classics. The business will continue to source the best examples of fine Italian classics from around the world, and will benefit from Foskers’ global client base and marketing avenues should owners wish to sell their car with the new company.
The launch of Foskers Classics also marks the third generation of the Fosker family to be engaged in the classic car business. Holly Fosker, daughter of current director, Jeff, will be actively involved in running the new company; sourcing and selling cars as well as liaising with clients.
The Fosker family has been deeply involved with fine Italian vehicles for nearly 50 years. Outside of the family’s work with classic Ferraris, the late Bernard Fosker and his sons Jeff and Colin are all well known to be passionate about Ducati motorcycles, as well as classic Italian racing bikes.
The move to offering Italian classics not graced with the Prancing Horse is a natural progression of this passion. Managing director, Jeff Fosker, explains:
"In the process of sourcing the best Ferraris for clients, I’m frequently offered other fine Italian classics. Recently, there have been certain cars that I simply couldn’t turn down. Classics as good as those mentioned above are often beautifully preserved in collections overseas, but we wanted to bring them to the UK, where they can be enjoyed by enthusiasts that share our passion for Italian cars."