Fully-optioned, customisable off-track motorsport insurance.
Concentrate on winning with our off-track motorsport insurance.
Motorsport insurance for enthusiasts and professionals.
We protect all your motorsport vehicles and assets.
Star Insurance Motorsport is the most comprehensive, customisable off-track insurance for motorsport individuals and teams. We don’t cover race cars on-track but the quality of our policy means you can concentrate on winning without the added fear of asset damage and loss.
Key reasons to insure with Star Insurance Motorsport
We protect your motorsport vehicles and assets.
This policy was developed to protect the assets and vehicles of motorsport teams heading to and from events and when in storage and at events off-track. Policy benefits for your motorsport assets include:*
Certified value options available
Our insurance policy extends to automatically insure spare parts for the vehicle
Discounts and package premiums for vehicle collections
Insurance for vehicles undergoing restoration
Insurance for specialist vehicles, such as race cars, stock cars.
Options for road registered and unregistered vehicles
Options to buy wreck back in the event of a total loss.
*Terms and conditions apply. Not all benefits apply to all policies. Please refer to the policy booklet (and your schedule if issued) for further information or call us to discuss your specific needs.
We deliver motorsport teams the Star treatment
Star Insurance knows and loves motorsport
Your race car is protected until it hits the race track. All your other assets including spare parts, tools and trailer are protected to and from the track and everywhere else, all the time.
Motorsport is an exciting industry with many moving parts that lead up to track days and events. It’s a huge investment that requires the right kind of race car, the right team and effort to bring the car together, along with a lot of skill and some luck on the day to reach the podium. It can all be lost if you don’t have the right motorsport insurance.
Our motorsport insurance policy was created to cover:
loss and damage of competition vehicles and property including vehicle parts and accessories
tools and trailers whilst at their storage facilities and at home
assets being transported to and from a race meeting in New Zealand or worldwide
assets in storage at an event; and when outside your accommodation at track events
your vehicle while it is being built, repaired or prepared for race day at a workshop
Your vehicles and assets against theft and fire.
We presently cover: Race cars, Speedway cars, Stock cars, Drifting cars, Circuit cars, Rally cars, Open wheelers and more.
Frequently asked questions.
Sometimes you just want a simple answer. Here it is.
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In short, there are none.
We don’t restrict mileage on your policy as we rate vehicles on how they are used. We understand that some years you may do a big tour, where other years, your vehicle will hardly leave the garage. We don’t restrict kilometres but do ask that you give us an accurate picture of how you are using your vehicle.
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Different insurance providers define the ways they offer total loss settlements differently. These are how we define our different total loss settlement options for motor vehicles.
Market value:
The reasonable sale price of your vehicle, as estimated by us, immediately before the loss taking into account:
a. the year, make, model and specification of your vehicle; and
b. the general condition of your vehicle, including mileage and hours;
but excluding the presence of any sign writing, vehicle wraps, or artwork on your vehicle unless otherwise advised and accepted by us in writing.Agreed value:
The lesser of:
a. the vehicle’s market value plus 20%; or
b. the sum insured.Certified value:
The value of the vehicle specified in a valuation prepared by a motor vehicle valuer recognised by us provided such value is accepted by us and stated in the schedule.Fixed value:
The value of your vehicle agreed by you and us and stated in the scheduleConstruction value:
The base vehicle cost together with all amounts spent restoring the vehicle as at the date of any loss covered by the policy.We can adjust certain policies to different settlement bases. Please contact us to discuss whether your policy can be adjusted to a different settlement basis.
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Star Insurance Enthusiast has a comprehensive list of insurance benefits included in their Classic car and Enthusiast insurance policies. They also have specialist vehicle assessors covering New Zealand to ensure your vehicle is repaired correctly, using correct repair techniques and parts suitable to your vehicle.
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Yes, when we reference glass, we include windscreens in this description. The description of glass also includes windows, headlights, taillights and the sunroof (if installed)
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Insurance is not compulsory for vehicles. However, if you cannot afford the monetary loss if something happens to your vehicle, project car insurance may be a good idea. If you had Project Car insurance it could also provide financial protection to you in the event you are responsible for any liability costs, such as damage to property if your project car burst into flames and burnt a building down.
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Different insurers use different classifications for vehicle use. Hobby Useage is a way to describe a vehicle that is not used every day, may only travel a small number of kilometres in a 12 month period, and is predominantly driven as a source of enjoyment.
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Yes, we do. Our policy has a standard limit of $5,000 for spare parts relating to your vehicle. You can increase this amount for an additional premium so please call one of our knowledgeable team to discuss your options.
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You should advise your insurance company that you use your car every day. Many insurance companies can still insure classic cars that are used every day. Star Insurance Specialists design their insurance policies specifically tailored for your individual circumstances.
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What do I need to get a quote?
- Personal details
Obviously we need to collect some personal details about you, including your driver’s licence info, date of birth, address and more. This helps to paint an overall picture of your policy application.
- Vehicle and asset details
What vehicle and assets do you want insured? This information will let us see a lot more detail as we tap into the NZTA website. We’ll also ask how the vehicle is being used and how often.
- Your driving history
Have you started a collection of speeding tickets, had previous accidents, and/or any convictions? These are 3 of the 8 questions we’ll ask you as part of this process. Insurance is based on good faith, which is why it’s important to make honest statements about your driving history. Otherwise, you may face consequences that were avoidable during a claim.
- We then receive your information
At this stage we have your information and your file is allocated a quote number which is immediately emailed to you. We’ll then personally review your application and prepare your insurance options.
If your application is received within business hours, we normally email your options back to you within 30 minutes. To view your options, click on the link in our email. Next, choose your preference along with any policy add-ons, then choose your policy start date (from the current day to 30-days in the future), choose monthly or annual payments and make payment. Presto, you’re insured.
Insurance is based on good faith. Which is why it’s important to be honest about your history, so that there are no dramas if you make a claim. We’re all about starting and maintaining good relationships. Why? Because trust and honesty are the foundation of lasting relationships.