Graham Sykes

Business Details

44 Years

experience

Your Trusted Specialist Insurance Partner in Exmouth

Graham Sykes Insurance has been a trusted provider of specialist insurance solutions since 1982. Founded by Graham Sykes in Exmouth, Devon, our company was established to address unmet needs in niche insurance markets, particularly for specialist vehicles and events. With over four decades of experience, we have cultivated a reputation for delivering tailored policies that reflect the unique requirements of our clients. Our team combines deep industry expertise with a commitment to exceptional customer service, ensuring clients receive both competitive pricing and comprehensive coverage.

As part of the Noble Insurance Group since 2022, we continue to uphold our founding principles of personalized service and innovation while adapting to evolving industry standards. Our authorization and regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) underscore our adherence to rigorous professional standards.

Services

Event Insurance Classic Car Insurance Modified Car Insurance Kit Car Insurance Ex-Military Vehicle Insurance Supercar Insurance Breakdown and Recovery Household Insurance Property Owners Insurance Travel Insurance

Details

Year established: 1982

Highlights and features

We offer over 40 years of expertise in specialist insurance markets.
Our policies are tailored to meet the unique needs of niche vehicles and events.
We provide competitive pricing through strong relationships with underwriters.
Our team in Exmouth delivers personalized service with deep local knowledge.
We combine technological innovation with a commitment to traditional service values.

Associations and certifications

Financial Conduct Authority

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Services

Event Insurance

Graham Sykes Insurance provides tailored event insurance for organisers, covering risks like cancellation, public liability, and property damage. Our policies cater to festivals, amateur theatre productions, car boot sales, and market stalls. With over 40 years of experience, we ensure comprehensive protection that adapts to the unique requirements of each event, offering peace of mind for organisers and participants alike.

Classic Car Insurance

Specialist classic car insurance from Graham Sykes offers agreed value protection, limited mileage discounts, and coverage for modifications. Designed for collectors and enthusiasts, our policies reflect the true value of cherished vehicles. With expertise spanning decades, we understand the unique needs of classic car owners, ensuring their investments are safeguarded against risks like theft, fire, and accidental damage.

Modified Car Insurance

Our modified car insurance caters to vehicles with performance or aesthetic enhancements, ensuring coverage for customised parts and increased value. Policies include agreed value protection and structural damage coverage. With specialist underwriting, we address the complexities of modified vehicles, providing tailored solutions that standard insurers often cannot accommodate.

Ex-Military Vehicle Insurance

Graham Sykes offers dedicated insurance for ex-military vehicles, covering historical and modern models used for private or display purposes. Policies include agreed value terms and protection for specialist modifications. Our expertise ensures these unique vehicles, often difficult to insure through standard providers, receive comprehensive coverage tailored to their operational and storage needs.

Breakdown and Recovery

Our breakdown and recovery service provides 24/7 support for specialist vehicles, including classic, modified, and ex-military cars. Coverage includes roadside assistance, towing, and recovery for vehicles immobilised due to mechanical failure. With low premiums and a focus on niche vehicles, we ensure reliable support for clients facing unexpected breakdowns, minimising disruption to their journeys.

Questions

What types of specialist vehicles do you insure?

We cover classic cars, modified vehicles, kit cars, ex-military vehicles, supercars, and American imports, with policies tailored to each vehicle's unique requirements.

Can I get insurance for a one-off event?

Yes, we provide event insurance for single-day functions, including car boot sales, market stalls, amateur theatre performances, and private gatherings.

Do you offer agreed value coverage for classic cars?

Yes, our classic car policies include agreed value terms, ensuring payout reflects the vehicle's true worth in case of a total loss.

Are modifications covered under standard policies?

No, modified vehicles require specialist coverage. We offer tailored policies that include protection for performance upgrades and customised parts.

Is breakdown assistance available for specialist vehicles?

Yes, we provide breakdown and recovery services specifically for classic, modified, and ex-military vehicles, with 24/7 roadside support.

How do I prove my vehicle's value for insurance purposes?

We accept photographic evidence, purchase receipts, and specialist appraisals to determine agreed values for high-value or rare vehicles.

Reviews (3)

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Simon Turl

Jun 03, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
We have used Graham Sykes insurance for many many years. Always a competitive price and always look for the best price. Even beats online quotes.

T. Gore

Oct 24, 2020 Report

I have found this company very helpful since switching to them a couple of years ago to insure my American conversion van. Over the last couple of days my emails to them have bounced and apparently they are closed today (Sunday). Probably it`s due to the virus. Apart from this non urgent attempt to contact them I`ve found them to be knowledgeable, helpful over the phone and importantly cheaper than other companies that I`ve tried. (Why I switched). I`m confident to recommend Sykes for American cover.

D. B.

Aug 11, 2019 Report

EXTREMELY RUDE staff on the phone. I've never been so disgusted in my life whilst talking professionally on the phone. We spoke to Caroline and I think her telephone manner needs sorting out.
Buyers be warned!