Peter Best Insurance Services

Peter Best Insurance Services, a broker specialising in classic vehicles and tailored insurance

Peter Best Insurance Services is an independent UK insurance broker operating under the trading name of Grove & Dean Ltd, an authorised intermediary regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) with registration number 307002. Grove & Dean Ltd is registered in England and Wales with company number 1167043. The company presents itself as one of the country's leading independent brokers and traces its origins to 1985, when Peter and Marian Best created it to meet the insurance needs of MG Car Club members.

From classic car club schemes to a full portfolio

The business started with classic car owners themselves: Peter and Marian Best developed insurance schemes specifically for car clubs, first for the MG Car Club and later for other prominent UK clubs. That connection with collecting and classic vehicles remains the broker's hallmark, describing itself as a firm of enthusiasts. Over time, the offering expanded to cover a complete catalogue of policies for individuals and businesses.

Motor insurance: from classics to everyday vehicles

The motor insurance portfolio includes cover for car, classic car, multi car, motorcycle, classic motorcycle, multi bike, van, multi vehicle, kit car and ex-military vehicle. It also offers temporary car and van insurance, designed for one-off needs. The company states that it works with a selection of leading insurers to offer different policy options within each product.

Leisure, travel and mobility: motorhomes, caravans and horsebox transport

Within the leisure and travel section, the broker offers insurance for motorhomes, campervans, classic campervans, touring caravans and horseboxes. The firm notes that it has experience with motorhome owners and motorhome club members, and that it seeks savings on their premiums. These covers are in addition to leisure travel policies.

Home, high value and agreed value

In addition to motor insurance, Peter Best Insurance Services offers home, high value and agreed value insurance, the latter common for classic and collector vehicles. The company also provides commercial insurance for businesses. Overall, the firm presents itself as an option for clients seeking tailor-made cover, with high service standards and competitive premiums.

Customer service and policy management

The broker serves customers by phone, email and live chat, and offers a mobile app to view documents, make changes, renew the policy or report a claim. Existing customers have an insurance account area with access to documents, renewals, claims reporting, FAQs, breakdown assistance, feedback forms, driving abroad and policy cancellation. The company also publishes a list of classic car clubs it works with.

Location and contact

7 Station Lane, Hornchurch, Essex, RM12 6JL · Phone: 01376 574000 · Email: info@peterbestinsurance.co.uk