Over 65s Car Insurance

Here at RIAS we put you first. That means listening to you, providing you with the information you need to make the best decision, and negotiating to get you the best price from our selected insurers.

How to proceed is your choice. Fill out our simple online form to get a quote, or call us to talk about your insurance needs. Either way, we’ll help you find the right deal for you at our best price.

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Car insurance - what's covered

• Protected no-claims discount (subject to status) If you’re involved in an accident that’s your fault, you will still be able to retain your no-claims discount
• 24-hour claims service Our claims lines are open all day every day, 365 days of the year. Our friendly operators will be there to assist and advise you and help you process your claim speedily. Once you’ve signed up for cover, you’ll receive the numbers you need in the event of theft or accident
• Windscreen cover If your windscreen is broken, you can arrange a replacement using our specialist repairers (provided you’ve taken out comprehensive car insurance cover)
• Medical Expenses If you, or any of your passengers, are injured in an accident involving the car, we will pay towards Medical Expenses for each person (limits apply)
• Personal belongings (subject to status) We cover personal effects in the car up to £100 (or the amount specified in your policy book) if lost or damaged by accident, fire or theft
• Free courtesy car With comprehensive cover, while your car is being repaired by the approved repairer, a courtesy car will be supplied for your convenience
• Fast repair service We lose no time in getting your car repaired by an approved garage closest to your home address. Payment is normally made direct to the approved garage by us
• Personal Accident Cover If you or one of your passengers are injured or killed in an accident where you are at fault, a lump sum will be paid for specific injuries or death (age limitations apply)

See our car insurance FAQ

Levels of Cover

Third Party Only: This provides the driver with cover for damage caused by their vehicle to another person or their property.

Third Party, Fire & Theft: This provides the driver with cover for damage caused by their vehicle to another person or their property as well as cover for fire, theft or attempted theft of the vehicle.

Comprehensive: This provides cover for third party, fire, theft and accidental damage to the insured vehicle. This enables the policyholder to claim for almost any damage to the vehicle.

Excess Protection provides insurance to cover reimbursement of your car insurance  excess (up to £300) following the successful settlement of a claim in respect of malicious or accidental damage, fire, theft or attempted theft during the period of insurance, where no recovery can be made from a third party.

Price
Annual Premium: £30

Further Information

• Car insurance policy booklet - full terms and conditions
• Car insurance policy summary - key policy benefits and exclusions

Excess Protection is administered by Albany Assistance Ltd and is underwritten by AMTrust Europe Limited. All claims must be reported within 30 days of the date the claim was settled by your insurer.

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To speak to an advisor about this cover please call 0800 561 0712.

This optional cover is designed to help if you have a car accident that was not your fault and:

• You need a replacement vehicle if yours cannot be driven after a collision
• You have suffered an injury
• Your vehicle cannot be driven after a collision
• You have incurred losses you are not insured for
• You are seeking compensation for damage to your belongings.
  

Following an insured incident, MotorPlus will negotiate to recover losses you are not insured for. The most that will be paid is £100,000 for all claims that arise from the same insured incident. If you are involved in a motor accident or need legal advice, MotorPlus is available to help you 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Price
Annual Premium: £29

Further Information

• Car insurance policy booklet - full terms and conditions
• Car insurance policy summary - key policy benefits and exclusions

All claims must be reported within 180 days of the insured incident. This insurance cover is arranged by Qdos Broker & Underwriting Services Limited, is administered by MotorPlus Limited (trading as MotorPlus and ULR) and is underwritten by UK Underwriting Limited on behalf of Ageas Insurance Limited.

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To speak to an advisor about this cover please call 0800 561 0712.

Disount Car Insurance for low mileage customers

Are you over 50 and a low mileage driver, travelling less than 5,000 miles per year? You could get extra savings on your car insurance with RIAS.

At RIAS we firmly believe low mileage drivers over 50 should pay less for their car insurance, but we can offer you further discounts too. We offer discount for:

• Over 50s
• Owners of older cars
• Retired low mileage drivers
• Keeping your car garaged when not in use

Here are some of the benefits you can look forward to when you take out a policy with RIAS:

• Free protected no claims discount*
• Insured up to 91 days when driving in the EU (Subject to status)
• Up to £500 cover on lost or stolen keys (Subject to status)
• 24 hour claims service
• Free courtesy car while yours is being repaired**
• Fast repair service
• Extra personal accident cover (Comprehensive cover only)

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Saving money on your car insurance is a great reason to get a quote from RIAS and now there’s another because one lucky winner will be driving off with a brand new Mini One. The Mini is an icon of British motoring. It's practical too, combining its smart looks with economical costs and low CO2 emissions.

Don’t miss your chance to win and save money on your car insurance too. Get a car insurance quote online or call free on 0800 561 0712 and you’ll be automatically entered into our prize draw for a chance to win a Mini One. Take out the policy within a week and increase your chances of winning with a second entry into the draw.

*Prize draw terms & conditions apply

Car Insurance

See what customers say about our service and prices.

Mr Tudgay, Gloucestershire
"I have had my car insured with RIAS for about 6 years and your premiums seem unbeatable."

Mrs Wilson, Essex
“I would like to congratulate RIAS for giving such good service, when I had a bad car accident. The repairers picked up my car the next day, when they also delivered a courtesy car to me. Just over a week later it was delivered back to me, I was very impressed with the service. All the people I spoke to were very kind and polite, thank you very much.”

Mrs Horman, Bristol
“Thank you for your prompt and helpful service following my car accident. My car was repaired and returned to me in 1st class condition.”

Mr Lee, South Yorkshire
“I can sum it up in a few words, one phone call to RIAS and I was £40 better off with my car insurance. Thank you RIAS and I look forward to insuring with you again when my policy expires.”