The market for classic cars in the US seems to be softening, according to data from Hagerty, a specialist insurance firm. The chart above shows Hagerty's index of the volumes and values of collector cars traded, adjusted for inflation. The market grew strongly in the years following the financial crisis, as the price of classic cars increased along with other assets. However, the market appears to have peaked in September 2015. Prices for high-end cars seem to be weakening more significantly, while demand for more affordable cars is holding up better, according to Hagerty.
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