BS - Sunday, February 19, 1984 - North Shore News types of vehicle have higher ‘or lower claims costs, which should be reflected in the premiums paid. f-| THE NUMBERS of February Autoplan renewals are declining every year, but this is still the busiest month . for ICBC and.its 800 agents have any questions about your vehicle rating. If your vehicle is misrated, you may have to meet the costs of any = throughout the province. * ‘The. Insurance Corpora- ' tion estimates that 634,000 vehicle owners will renew their car insurance” this claims made against your insurance. ‘ UNDERSTAND - Understand exactly what coverage you are buying. Again, if in doubt, ask your In.addition to checking out Autoplan changes, vehicle owners are advised to review the optional coverages available to them. Each year, ICBC’s public enquiries line month. That’s 40 per cent of the annual total, 96,000 fewer than the same period Jast year, thanks to a process of staggered renewals begun in 3980. “THREE POINTS But. whether your in- surance expires this month or later in the year, ICBC has a ‘three _poirit reminder that could help avoid needless financial costs and * disappointment. - agent to explain.. - ‘answers. calls from = in- ~ February“renewals will be dividuals who are unaware subject to Autoplan changes. - that the basic compulsory in- which came into effect on surance only protects them January: 1, 1984. against claims by others.up to For example, financing $100,000. Some people are will no longer -be available _ still surprised to learn that if through ICBC. Banks and legally liable, they would be other financial institutions responsible for paying any have set facilities for amounts in excess of. Autoplan premium financing $100,000, if they cha ye pur- since the Insurance Corpora- chased only the minimum. tion announced cancellation GOING BEYOND . of the Finance Plan last Most vehicle owners do. . .Take time to read the November. purchase extension coverage ‘enclosure. in the renewal PREMIUMS RISING _beyond the compulsory package mailed out to you. Premiums will rise by an minimum. Last year, $1 : This notice outlines impor- tant changes in Autoplan since you last renewed your . insurance. average of six per cent in 1984. This figure includes in- creases of up to 14 per cent million extension coverage was bought by more than one million motorists, with a fur- IF YOU ever owned ‘one, you'll probably remember it as the great gas guzzier by to- day’s standards, but there is also a fair bit of nostalgia and good times cannected to those remembrances. So much nostalgia in fact that there are now 118 early Ford V8 clubs and 6000 members across North America. And they’re looking for more. Bart Nygard, a North Shore resident who appraises antique and classic cars says that new members are more Collision and Paint Repairs. For your conve- nience a larger facility for body and paint repair has now been located at NORTH SHORE NISSAN’ <) COLLISION AND PAINT REPAIR 1.C.B.C. CLAIMS HANDLED PROMPTLY, | 1525 B Welch St. N. Van ° than welcome. to the: one year old. local chapter“ which boasts 36 members," The club -is: a ‘national historic society dedicated to the restoration and preserva- . tion of Ford Motor Company. vehicles from 1932 to 1953: The local chapter restores cars for showing and driving on organized: tours and tours to update members restoration projects. A monthly meeting is held every third Tuesday of the months at the Queens Park COURTESY CARS BY APPS SINTME NT ONLY B.C.A.A. Approved 987-6518 Mike Ruggies Pavilion in New Westminster at 8 p.m. Those interested can con- tact Bart Nygard at 987-0355 or Bob Lee at 937-5745 or write The Early Ford. V8 Club -of~Canada,° 1405 ‘Moody Avenue, North Van., wiL 3T6. -— organized automotive swap. - meets, picnics and ‘garages ‘ Sty oe complet WHEEL BRAKE DRUM RELINE Seals, springs & brake ‘fluid extra Save 319° _ Most VW'e with 374 °° drum brakes Be sure your vehicle is cor- rectly rated for its proper use - Pleasure Use, To:and From Work: and. ‘Business aren the :, Our factory trained.technicians keep. it in good condition "WE ALSO SERVICE DOMESTIC CARS LB. AUTO 2 1189 - W. 16th St. N. Van. (one blk. south of Marine/ott Pemberton) ® Reline ail 4 wheels with first quality linings ® Inspect all 4 wheel cylin- ders ® Resurface all 4 wheel brake drums @ Inspect rear wheel seais © Adjust all brakes ® Road test tor driving safety for a few vehicles in some rate classes. However, a number of vehicles rated for business use will have lower premiums than last year. These variations reflect the act that some rate: ¢ classes, or. ther. 445,000, opting for $500,000. However, 7 per cent of private motorists bought no extension. coverage in 1983. . Other major options in- clude | _ Collision. coverage. SERVICE Domestic Ford, Chev, Pontiac etc and imports Toyota, Honda, Datsun, etc. in , oO >. LEE weinedina Oe ae Sara Due ooh, GEG ot) 4 TTY yy yee nt "oy % Ps Ses e Front pads ® Installation © Hydraulic System check Present this ad for $10.00 off these Brake Package prices 1315 COTTON DRIVE access trom park and titord 980-8517