Safeguarding Your Bus During Restoration Projects

16th September, 2025

A major restoration project is an exciting journey and a true labour of love, but it’s also a time of heightened risk for your preserved bus. As components are meticulously dismantled, labelled, and stored, the likelihood of accidental damage, loss, or theft increases dramatically. Parts might be stored in multiple locations, delicate trim could be scratched, or vital engine pieces could go missing. Additionally, the process of restoration itself introduces dangers, from welding and grinding sparks that can cause fire damage to working with potentially hazardous materials like lead paint, asbestos in older brake linings, or strong chemicals.

A common pitfall for owners is relying on a standard, full-use vehicle policy during this phase. This type of insurance is often designed to cover road use and may explicitly exclude coverage for the bus while it is dismantled or undergoing significant modification. If a fire starts in the workshop, or if expensive, newly-acquired parts are stolen from secure storage, you could find yourself without the financial means to continue the project. The insurance must be flexible enough to cover the vehicle in its current state, whether it’s a bare chassis or 80% complete. Don’t let an exciting restoration project turn into a financial nightmare. Your insurance needs to evolve alongside your bus. For a flexible policy that covers the specific risks of a bus undergoing restoration, Call us now: 0115 973 4437.