[header] How to buy a classic car [title] Determine what you'll be using the classic car for. [step] If it will be used as a daily driver, there is no need to find a " show condition " vehicle. If you plan on entering classic car competitions, you'll have to find something with its original parts and spend slightly more. 
Additionally, you will have different car requirements if you want it for romantic weekends or family outings versus speeding down the highway. Whether you would like to use it year round is another factor to consider.