Shannons was established in 1971 in Melbourne to provide insurance cover for motoring enthusiasts.
The classic car category were the majority of Shannons customers in these early years, however our customer base has broadened to include all veteran, vintage, classic, modern and modified vehicles including motorcycles – we meet the needs of all motoring enthusiasts. These days, Shannons are part of the Suncorp Group, the largest insurer in Australia. We have offices in all capital cities and represented in more than 30 regional areas. With over 250,000 clients, Shannons is the undisputed leader for insurance for motoring enthusiasts.
Do Shannons insure modern cars?
Absolutely – we look after the needs of all motoring enthusiasts, so whatever you drive or ride you can insure them all through Shannons. We have competitive rates for your modern car, track car, trailers or bike.
The more vehicles you insure with Shannons, the greater your multi vehicle discount, and we offer a 10% discount for CAMS licence holders.
You also receive a 10% discount when adding your Home to your Motor policy. Our Home & Contents policy has been specifically designed for enthusiasts including $10,000 Enthusiast Cover as a standard feature – which includes cover for automotive memorabilia and collectibles as well as spare parts and tools. Renting? That’s not a problem, we can offer you great ‘stand alone’ Contents insurance.
What is special about Shannons Insurance?
Apart from our focus on excellent service and competitive pricing, Shannons Comprehensive Insurance policy offers some excellent features and benefits.
- Choice of repairer
- Agreed value including cover for mods
- Multi-Vehicle & Multi-Policy discounts
- Total Loss Salvage options
- One excess free windscreen claim per year
- Limited Use & Club Plate cover
- Laid up cover
- Pay by the month premiums at no extra cost.
- Towing & storage costs as a result of loss or damage
A full list of benefits and conditions is available via the PDS on our website.
How do I contact Shannons?
Contacting us is simple, using the national 13 46 46 phone number.
Alternatively, you can call into one of our local branches – which in South Australia is 863-865 South Road, Clarence Gardens SA 5039
Unlike traditional insurance companies, Shannons only employs motoring enthusiasts who share the passion our customers have for their vehicles. When you contact us for a quote, you can be sure that you will be speaking to someone who truly ‘gets it’.
Another way to contact us is ‘face to face’ at one of the 1,000-plus events that Shannons supports each year across Australia including V8 Supercars, F1, Classic and Historic races, rallies, hot rod and street machine events, local club get togethers, Show’N’Shines and swap meets. Most of these events are listed on our Club Events Page.
What else does Shannons do?
People also associate Shannons with buying and selling cars, motorcycles and memorabilia as Shannons is Australia’s leading auctioneer of classic, vintage and veteran vehicles.
Shannons has also launched the Shannons Club – an online hub for enthusiasts, receiving over 80,000 unique visitors per month. Our Forums cover a huge range of topics, including:
- General
- Buy, Swap Sell
- Events
- Mechanical
- Restorations
- Cleaning & Maintenance
- Ask our experts
The Shannons Club is also a hub of automotive multi-media, featuring “Shannons TV” which features racing footage, news and reviews, articles by journalists Joe Kenwright & Mark Oastler, episodes of ‘Classic Restos’, ‘Gasolene’, ‘Man and Machine’ and ‘Legends of Motorsport’. Visit Shannons Club now.
