Suros Capital funds short term working capital for owner of classic car portfolio

26 February 2026

Requiring £200,000 to invest in his technology business and to pay an outstanding tax bill, our client considered selling one of the classic cars from his collection. However, with the market for classic cars having softened since its peak in 2022 and with the distinct possibility of having to accept a poor valuation for his car, he was recommended to talk to Suros Capital who lend against luxury assets.

Rather than sell his Ferrari 330GT in a flat sellers’ market, an experienced classic car collector was able to raise vital short term capital by borrowing against the car through luxury asset secured short term lender Suros Capital.

The client was able to borrow the full £200,000 he needed within 72 hours of the initial enquiry and subsequent evaluation. With the car already in a classic car storage facility, we did not need to move the car physically. Just another advantage for the client.

According to Suros’ Director, Ray Palmer,

“With classic car values stabilising after the post pandemic surge, more collectors are choosing to unlock liquidity rather than sell into a softer market. Short term lending secured against luxury vehicles is increasingly being used as a strategic tool, particularly by business owners who anticipate stronger exit conditions in the medium term. In this case, we were able to provide the necessary funding without the client having to sell his car. A real win:win scenario.”