Classics R Us
Clear answers about sourcing, buying, shipping, and receiving a classic car with Classics R Us.
CRU helps buyers in the Middle East find, assess, secure, import, and receive classic and collector cars from around the world.
We were built for people who want the car, but do not want the uncertainty, guesswork, and blind trust that often comes with buying overseas.
Many overseas buying arrangements require the buyer to pay the full amount upfront and then wait, hoping everything goes smoothly. CRU works differently. We help you understand what we know about the car, let you decide, secure the vehicle, manage the process, and bring it home. A 25% advance payment is required to secure the car, with the remaining 75% balance payable on delivery, subject to the individual sales contract. CRU does not currently offer escrow arrangements.
CRU is a specialist classic car sourcing and import service. Depending on the transaction, CRU may source, facilitate, purchase, import, or arrange the sale of a vehicle. CRU may also assist with or manage repair, restoration, rebuild, or restomod projects where separately agreed. The exact structure and scope will be set out in the individual sales contract or separate project agreement.
Not always. Some vehicles may be physically held, controlled, or available through CRU, but most vehicles are sourced from trusted dealers, private sellers, auctions, collectors, specialist platforms, or other external sources. Unless a listing clearly states otherwise, buyers should assume that CRU is presenting a sourced vehicle opportunity rather than a vehicle already held in CRU’s physical inventory.
CRU focuses mainly on classic, modern classic, collector, and enthusiast cars. We are not a general used car dealership.
Our main focus is buyers in the UAE. We can support buyers in other GCC countries depending on the vehicle, destination, and import requirements.
Yes. If you know what you want, we can help search for it. This may include a specific make, model, year, color, engine, trim, or condition.
That is fine. If you have a budget, general preference, or dream car category, CRU can help narrow the options and explain what each route may involve. We can also work with you to determine which classic best suits your budget, intended use, maintenance expectations, ownership goals, and appetite for restoration or modification.
CRU may source vehicles from overseas dealers, private sellers, auctions, collectors, specialist platforms, and trusted contacts. Availability depends on the vehicle and market.
Yes. The US is one of the key markets for classic and collector cars, especially American classics, restomods, muscle cars, Corvettes, Mustangs, trucks, project vehicles, and modern classics.
Where practical, yes. The feasibility depends on the vehicle, documentation, seller credibility, export process, shipping route, and import requirements.
Yes. If you have found a car, send us the listing or details. We can review it and tell you what we can reasonably assess before you decide whether to proceed.
Not always. It depends on the vehicle location, seller, budget, and availability of inspection support. Where possible, CRU may coordinate seller verification, video checks, additional photos, documentation review, specialist input, or a third-party pre-purchase inspection through its inspector network at the buyer’s cost.
Where practical, yes. CRU strongly encourages buyers to arrange an independent pre-purchase inspection before committing to any vehicle. Depending on the vehicle location and seller cooperation, CRU may help coordinate inspections, video checks, additional photos, documentation review, or specialist input before the buyer decides whether to proceed. The cost of any such inspection must be paid by the buyer upfront, is non-refundable, and remains payable regardless of whether the buyer ultimately decides to purchase the vehicle.
A pre-purchase inspection is an independent inspection of the vehicle before purchase. It may cover the body, paint, interior, engine, drivetrain, underbody, rust, mechanical condition, visible repairs, and documentation. CRU recommends pre-purchase inspections because classic and collector cars can have hidden issues that may not be visible in photos, videos, seller descriptions, or online listings. Where practical, CRU can organize the inspection through its network of reliable inspectors at the buyer’s upfront, non-refundable cost, and share the inspection report with the buyer.
No classic car can be guaranteed like a new car. Older cars may have hidden issues, prior repairs, rust, mechanical wear, electrical faults, cosmetic defects, or undocumented history. What CRU aims to do is reduce blind faith by showing you what we know, highlighting visible or disclosed risks, and helping you make a more informed decision.
This depends on the vehicle and the information available. CRU may review seller disclosures, photos, videos, title information, documentation, inspection reports, visible condition indicators, mileage records, VIN information, and other available evidence. Where information has been independently checked or supported by documentation, CRU will say so. Where information is seller-represented, unverified, or subject to inspection, CRU will also make that clear.
No, unless specifically stated in the individual sales contract. Classic and collector cars are generally sold based on age, condition, availability, and disclosed information.
We can help identify visible rust concerns from photos, videos, seller disclosures, inspections, or available reports. However, hidden rust may not be visible until the car is physically inspected or dismantled.
We can review available documents, listings, title records, service history, odometer readings, and seller statements. However, mileage on older cars may not always be independently verifiable.
Where documentation, engine stamping, chassis numbers, VIN data, or specialist verification is available, we can help assess this. However, matching-numbers verification depends on the quality and availability of records.
Yes. If we believe a car has serious concerns, poor value, unclear documentation, unrealistic pricing, or excessive risk, we will say so.
CRU provides an all-inclusive price for the vehicle and agreed services. This means you know the total amount you are expected to pay for that transaction, instead of being surprised by multiple separate charges later.
No. CRU does not usually provide a detailed cost breakdown. We provide an all-inclusive price, so the buyer knows the total commitment upfront.
CRU provides one all-inclusive price for the vehicle and agreed services, so the buyer knows the total payment commitment for that transaction. Unless clearly stated otherwise in the individual sales contract, the all-inclusive price will cover the agreed vehicle purchase, sourcing support, shipping, customs clearance, import duties, port handling, and CRU’s service fee. Costs not included may include optional pre-purchase inspections, UAE registration, insurance, repairs, servicing, restoration work, storage caused by buyer delay, or any buyer-specific requirement not agreed in writing.
A 25% advance payment is required to secure a vehicle. The remaining 75% balance is payable on delivery, subject to the individual sales contract.
CRU does not currently offer escrow arrangements. The 25% advance payment, payment method, refund position, cancellation terms and delivery obligations are set out in the individual sales contract for the specific vehicle before payment is made.
The remaining 75% balance is payable on delivery, subject to the applicable sales agreement. The agreement sets out the delivery process and timing for payment.
If the buyer does not pay the balance within the period stated in the individual sales contract, CRU may issue reminders and apply the consequences set out in that contract. Under CRU’s current sales agreement structure, if the buyer fails to pay the balance within the payment period and any applicable grace period, the buyer may be treated as being in default, and the advance payment may be released to CRU in accordance with the contract terms.
Refund terms depend on the individual sales contract. CRU does not use a generic refund rule for every transaction because each vehicle, seller, and sourcing arrangement may be different.
Usually, the payment structure is advance plus balance on delivery. Any different payment structure must be agreed in writing.
CRU may quote in AED or another agreed currency depending on the transaction. The applicable currency will be clearly stated before you proceed.
Yes. CRU arranges international shipping as part of the agreed transaction, unless otherwise stated in the contract.
CRU arranges import, clearance, and delivery support in the UAE through suitable logistics and clearance partners, unless otherwise stated in the contract.
Shipping timelines vary depending on the country of origin, inland transport, export procedures, port schedules, vessel availability, customs clearance, and UAE delivery arrangements.
Many classic cars are shipped in containers, but the exact method depends on the vehicle, route, cost, availability, and agreed logistics plan.
Yes. CRU provides customers with access to a customer portal where key milestones in the vehicle journey are clearly marked. These may include pre-shipment inspection, loading at the origin port, unloading at Jebel Ali, customs and clearance updates, and final delivery to the customer. At each relevant milestone, CRU uploads available photographs and documents so the customer has visibility of where the vehicle is, what stage it has reached, and what has been completed. This gives the customer a clear view of the process from shipment preparation through to delivery in the UAE.
CRU manages the import process on behalf of the buyer, including the required vehicle, shipping, customs, and delivery documentation. At the time of entering into the sales contract, the buyer will generally only need to provide a copy of a valid Passport or Emirates ID, along with any other information specifically required for that transaction. CRU will advise the buyer if any additional documents are required.
CRU manages the vehicle documentation, import, customs, and delivery process on behalf of the buyer. For buyers in the UAE, the key final document provided will be the Possession Certificate issued by the Ministry of Interior, showing the buyer as the owner of the vehicle. For buyers outside the UAE, CRU will provide the relevant Vehicle Clearance Certificate or equivalent documentation applicable to that destination.
Unless agreed otherwise, these costs are included in the all-inclusive price quoted by CRU. Any exception must be clearly stated in the individual sales contract.
No. Import eligibility depends on UAE rules, vehicle age, documentation, condition, compliance requirements, and registration requirements. CRU will assess this before proceeding where possible.
International shipping always carries some risk, even when handled through professional logistics providers. CRU will use suitable shipping and logistics partners and will keep the buyer updated using available information. If the vehicle suffers damage during transport, CRU will document the damage and coordinate the applicable claim or resolution with the relevant logistics provider, shipping company, insurer, or other responsible party in accordance with the shipping arrangements and the individual sales contract. If the vehicle is lost, destroyed, seized, rendered irrecoverable, or becomes legally impossible to export or import before arrival in the UAE due to circumstances beyond CRU’s reasonable control, the outcome will be handled in accordance with the individual sales contract, which may include termination of the agreement and refund of the advance payment where applicable.
CRU acquires the vehicle before shipping and remains responsible for managing it through the export, shipping, import and delivery process. Once the vehicle arrives in the UAE and the agreed delivery and payment conditions are completed, CRU will transfer the vehicle documentation to the buyer. For UAE buyers, this is done through the Possession Certificate issued by the Ministry of Interior, showing the buyer as the owner of the vehicle. For buyers outside the UAE, CRU will provide the relevant clearance or ownership-transfer documentation applicable to that destination.
CRU reviews import feasibility before proceeding and manages the import, customs, and clearance process through suitable partners. However, if the vehicle is unable to clear UAE customs for reasons beyond the buyer’s control and the transaction cannot be completed, CRU will initiate a full refund in accordance with the individual sales contract.
“Delivered” means the vehicle has arrived in the UAE, cleared the required customs and port release formalities, and is physically handed over to the buyer or the buyer’s authorized representative at the agreed delivery location, in accordance with the individual sales contract. Under the current sales agreement, delivery is completed when the vehicle is physically handed over and the buyer, or the buyer’s authorized representative, signs the Delivery Note confirming receipt of the vehicle.
Delivery location will be agreed before the transaction is finalized. This may be your home, storage location, workshop, or another agreed delivery point in the UAE.
If the vehicle is available for delivery and the buyer refuses to accept delivery, fails to pay the balance, or does not complete the required delivery steps, the consequences will be governed by the individual sales contract. Under the current sales agreement structure, once a Delivery Availability Notice is issued, the buyer must pay the remaining balance within the agreed period. If the buyer fails to pay within the payment period and any applicable grace period, the buyer may be treated as being in default, and the advance payment may be released to CRU in accordance with the contract terms.
If the buyer has paid in full but does not collect or accept delivery of the vehicle within the required period, the consequences will be governed by the individual sales contract. CRU may continue to store the vehicle for a limited period and storage charges may apply. If the vehicle remains uncollected beyond the period stated in the contract, CRU may have the right to deal with the vehicle in accordance with the contract terms.
No. CRU does not guarantee UAE registration or passing RTA inspection. CRU’s role is to source, secure, import, clear, and deliver the vehicle in accordance with the agreed sales contract. Registration, insurance, roadworthiness testing, RTA inspection, repairs, modifications, or compliance work required after delivery are the customer’s responsibility. Where practical, CRU may guide the customer on the registration process or connect the customer with suitable workshops or service providers, but final registration approval remains subject to the relevant UAE authorities.
CRU cannot confirm or guarantee that a classic or collector vehicle will pass UAE registration or RTA inspection after delivery. Older vehicles may require repairs, adjustments, tires, lighting changes, emissions-related work, mechanical attention, or other compliance work before they can be registered or driven legally in the UAE. CRU will deliver the vehicle in accordance with the agreed sales contract, but any post-delivery work required to meet UAE registration, or roadworthiness requirements will be for the customer to arrange and bear.
Yes. CRU has a network of garages and specialists in the UAE that can support repairs, restoration, rebuilds, restomods, servicing, and post-delivery work. Where required, CRU can also help the buyer assess what work may be needed based on the vehicle’s condition, the buyer’s budget, intended use, and long-term ownership goals. If the buyer wants CRU to manage a repair, restoration, rebuild, or restomod project after delivery, this will be treated as a separate engagement and will require a separate agreement.
That depends on registration, insurance, roadworthiness, and inspection status. Some cars may need work before they can be safely or legally driven.
Buying a classic car overseas can require a lot of trust before the buyer has seen the vehicle in person. Seller claims may be incomplete, photos may not show every defect, documentation may be unclear, and shipping or clearance issues can arise. The bigger risk is financial: many overseas buying arrangements require the buyer to pay the full amount upfront and then simply wait, hoping the car is as described and that the seller or agent delivers.
CRU reduces risk by helping the buyer understand what is known, what is not known, and what should be independently inspected before a decision is made. CRU also manages the sourcing, transaction coordination, import, logistics, clearance, documentation, and delivery process, so the buyer is not left to deal with sellers, shippers, customs agents, and multiple third parties alone. Most importantly, CRU does not ask the buyer to pay the full amount in advance. The buyer pays a 25% advance to secure the vehicle, with the remaining 75% balance payable on delivery, subject to the individual sales contract. CRU does not currently offer escrow arrangements.
No. No one can eliminate every risk when buying a classic or collector car, especially when the vehicle is overseas and may not be seen in person before purchase. What CRU does is work to reduce the risks that usually make buyers anxious: unclear information, vague seller claims, hidden costs, payment uncertainty, and the fear of entering into a transaction on blind faith. CRU helps the buyer understand what is known, what is not known, what should be independently inspected, and what protections are available before committing. The process is designed to make overseas classic car buying clearer, safer, and more controlled, while still recognizing that classic cars are old machines and may carry age-related risks.
CRU shares all material information available to it before the buyer commits, including photographs, videos, seller disclosures, documents, inspection information where available, and CRU’s own observations. If the buyer needs additional photographs, videos, or clarification before making a decision, CRU will try to obtain them from the seller or relevant third party where practical. CRU strongly encourages buyers to opt for a pre-purchase inspection before committing. The inspection cost must be paid by the buyer upfront, is non-refundable, and remains payable regardless of whether the buyer ultimately decides to purchase the vehicle. CRU can organize the inspection through its network of reliable inspectors and will share the inspection report with the buyer. The photographs and available vehicle information forming part of the transaction will be included or referenced in the sales contract. The vehicle is sold on an as-is, where-is basis, based on the information available at the time of purchase. Unless the delivered vehicle materially differs from the photographs, documents, disclosures, or condition information included or referenced in the sales contract, CRU will not be responsible for buyer dissatisfaction arising from age-related conditions, defects, wear, restoration quality, mechanical issues, or matters that could have been identified through inspection.
If the original seller backs out before the vehicle is secured, CRU will inform the buyer and may discuss alternative options. Generally, the vehicle is considered secured only once it has been physically collected from the original seller by CRU’s appointed logistics or transport provider and photographic or documentary evidence of collection has been provided to the buyer. If CRU is unable to secure the vehicle after receipt of the advance payment, CRU will refund the advance directly in accordance with the individual sales contract. The agreement will then terminate without further liability to either party, unless the individual sales contract states otherwise.
Shipping and import timelines can be affected by matters outside CRU’s direct control, including inland transport, shipping schedules, port handling, customs clearance, documentation issues, carrier delays, weather, or other logistics factors. CRU will keep the buyer updated using available information and will continue to manage the shipping, import, clearance, and delivery process. However, delays in shipping, transit, port handling, customs clearance, or transport do not by themselves give the buyer the right to cancel the agreement, claim a refund, or seek compensation, unless the individual sales contract expressly provides otherwise.
Yes, but only if the buyer understands the risk. Project cars can involve unknown mechanical, body, rust, parts, and cost issues.
Yes. However, “restored” can mean different things to different sellers. CRU will help review the available evidence and explain what is known.
Yes. Restomods are possible, but they require careful review because modifications may affect reliability, safety, value, registration, and future maintenance.
Yes, where available. For high-value concours or investment-grade cars, specialist inspection and documentation review are strongly recommended.
Yes, but rare cars may take longer to find and may require quicker decision-making when the right car appears.
Yes. CRU can help with both premium and more accessible classics, provided the vehicle makes sense after purchase, shipping, duties, and UAE delivery costs.
You should provide your target car, budget, preferred condition, intended use, flexibility on color/specification, delivery location, and any must-have requirements.
Sometimes, yes. Good cars can sell quickly, especially in the US classic car market. CRU will share what is known, but the decision to proceed remains yours.
Yes. You are not required to proceed with every car CRU finds. You decide whether the car is right for you.
If the buyer changes their mind before CRU has secured the vehicle, CRU will review the stage of the transaction and the terms of the individual sales contract. A vehicle is generally considered secured only once it has been physically collected from the original seller by CRU’s appointed logistics or transport provider and photographic or documentary evidence of collection has been provided to the buyer. If the vehicle has not yet been secured, any refund position will depend on the sales contract, the payment structure used, and whether CRU has already incurred any non-recoverable costs.
Once the vehicle has been secured, the buyer cannot simply change their mind and cancel the transaction without consequences. A vehicle is considered secured once it has been physically collected from the original seller by CRU’s appointed logistics or transport provider and photographic or documentary evidence of collection has been shared with the buyer. At that stage, CRU will have already committed to the vehicle, logistics, shipping, administration, and related costs. For that reason, once the vehicle is secured, the advance payment will generally become non-refundable, except in the limited circumstances expressly stated in the individual sales contract. If a buyer is unsure, they should raise all questions, request additional information, and consider a pre-purchase inspection before authorizing CRU to proceed.
No. Each transaction may have its own sales contract, depending on the vehicle, seller, structure, scope, and agreed terms.
The website Terms of Use and any individual sales contract will govern the relevant relationship, transaction, and obligations.
Yes. CRU’s privacy practices are set out in the separate Privacy Policy.
No. Website listings, photos, descriptions, prices, and availability may change and are subject to confirmation before any transaction is finalized.
Yes, until a vehicle is secured and the transaction terms are agreed. Exchange rates, seller pricing, shipping costs, duties, availability, and other factors may affect pricing.
Start by visiting the Browse Cars page and reviewing the vehicles currently listed by CRU. We update listings regularly, so buyers are encouraged to follow CRU on Instagram and Facebook, and to join the CRU WhatsApp community to be notified when new vehicles are added. If the car you are looking for is not currently listed, you can raise a sourcing request through your customer portal. Tell us what you are looking for, including make, model, year, budget, preferred condition, color, engine, intended use, and any must-have requirements. CRU will review the request and let you know whether we can help, what information may be available, and what should be checked before you decide whether to proceed.
Send us the listing link and any information you already have, including seller details, photos, videos, VIN if available, asking price, vehicle location, title or documentation details, and any communication you have had with the seller. CRU will review the available information, highlight what appears clear, what remains uncertain, and what may need to be verified before you commit.
Yes. We are always happy to help. You can reach CRU through our social media channels, WhatsApp, or by phone if you want to discuss a listed vehicle, a sourcing request, the buying process, payment structure, inspection options, or anything else before deciding. CRU is built around transparency and trust. We would rather answer your questions properly than rush you into a decision. For us, trust comes before sales.
Your dream classic could be anywhere in the world. CRU finds it, shows you what we know, lets you decide, secures it, and brings it home. 25% advance. 75% balance on delivery. No games. No blind faith.
Still have questions?
Send us the car, the dream, or even just the idea. We will tell you what we know, what we do not know, and whether it makes sense to proceed.
Still have questions?
Send us the car, the dream, or even just the idea. We will tell you what we know, what we do not know, and whether it makes sense to proceed.
