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1972 Chevrolet
C-10 Longbed

The Evolution of Enthusiast: Our Journey and Project Car

A new chapter for Enthusiast – where our passion for cars and community drives us forward. Since our humble beginnings in 2010 with a small group of car lovers and insurance experts, we have grown into a dedicated team that serves car enthusiasts across Australia. Our rebranding marks a significant milestone, reflecting our unwavering commitment to car communities. Our latest project car, a ’72 C10, is central to this evolution, symbolising our commitment for all things automotive.

Project Car

1972 Chevrolet
C-10 Longbed

The Evolution of Enthusiast: Our Journey and Project Car

A new chapter for Enthusiast – where our passion for cars and community drives us forward. Since our humble beginnings in 2010 with a small group of car lovers and insurance experts, we have grown into a dedicated team that serves car enthusiasts across Australia. Our rebranding marks a significant milestone, reflecting our unwavering commitment to car communities. Our latest project car, a ’72 C10, is central to this evolution, symbolising our commitment for all things automotive and customisations.

Specs:

  • Model: 1972 Chevrolet C-10 Longbed
  • Engine: 502 Chev Big Block – 650hp
  • Transmission: TH400 manualised shift
  • Suspension: QA1 tubular double A-arm front suspension, QA1 adjustable coilovers all around
  • Rear Setup: 9” diff 3.5:1 ratio with tru-trac center, QA1 4 link and Panhard bar
  • Brakes: Wilwood disc brakes
  • Accessories: Billet Specialties engine accessories, one-piece tailshaft

Under the Hood: The Heart of Our Project Car

The 502 Chev Big Block engine, boasting 650 horsepower, is the powerhouse of our ’72 C10 project car paired with the TH400 transmission. Billet Specialties engine accessories complement this engine, bringing a modern look and feel to the engine bay. The QA1 suspension components bring the handling and ride height of the C10 up to modern standards.

Anything But Ordinary: Our Brand's Future

At Enthusiast, we are more than just an insurance provider; we exist within the car community and are dedicated to celebrating automotive passion. Our rebranding is a testament to our commitment to this community, showcasing a fresh identity that embodies our core values. As we continue to grow, we remain focused on delivering tailored policies for classic, collector, and modified cars.

Our journey is fuelled by the enthusiasm of our customers and the drive to provide the highest level of service and participate in the car community we serve. Join us as we pave the way for a vibrant future, one filled with events, projects, and a shared love for all things automotive.

Our Customers

Giuseppe

“Enthusiasts are my choice of insurer, doing business with people who live, breath and love classic cars. There passion echoes through there service and professionalism.”

Terry

“Being one of your happy clients, I had weighed up that R-I-S-K goes both ways. I, as a client, had researched the ‘balance’ between benefits and potential difficulties.”

Himmy

“I have my entire car collection insured with the great team at Enthusiast and really love that my calls always get answered quickly and I’m given the best rates from people who know about the special vehicles I own.”

Giuseppe

“Enthusiasts are my choice of insurer, doing business with people who live, breath and love classic cars. There passion echoes through there service and professionalism.”

Terry

“Being one of your happy clients, I had weighed up that R-I-S-K goes both ways. I, as a client, had researched the ‘balance’ between benefits and potential difficulties.”

Himmy

“I have my entire car collection insured with the great team at Enthusiast and really love that my calls always get answered quickly and I’m given the best rates from people who know about the special vehicles I own.”

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Call a fellow enthusiast on 1800 10 10 44
Email us motor@enthusiast.com.au

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PLEASE NOTE:

We will cover Modifications which you have listed in your Schedule or given us details of in writing, and which we have accepted.

Enthusiast Underwriting Pty Ltd ABN 35 142 206 746; AFS Licence No. 396716 has designed this insurance product for the specific needs of motoring enthusiasts throughout Australia. This insurance is issued by Assetinsure Pty Limited (ABN 65 066463 803) and is subject to underwriting acceptance criteria. Assetinsure is licensed by APRA in Australia. Assetinsure has granted Enthusiast a Binding Authority to market, underwrite, bind cover and manage this policy. Enthusiast Underwriting Pty Ltd acts as an Underwriting Agent on behalf of Assetinsure and not as your agent. To decide if it is right for you, please carefully read our Product Disclosure Statement before you make any decision. You can obtain it from Enthusiast Motor Insurance by calling 1800 10 10 44.