As one runs in memory through the long list of fine cars made over the years, the odd model of one particular make sometimes stands out from the rest. However, to the vast majority of the car owning public, a car is a utilitarian asset, a means of daily transport, and provided that it fulfils this function reasonably well, looks well and is comfortable and reliable, that is all the average owner asks of it. Without question the modern car, as sold today, does these things; if it did not, it would not, in a highly competitive market, sell. But, in order to keep price down and sell well, it is also true to say that modern cars are very much alike, both in performance and appearance. The same engine, thinly disguised, powers a variety of models, and a great many other components appear in this car and that, if one looks under the paint, body pressings, lamps, wheels, brakes and other items of equipment, so that such individuality as a marque may possess is often obtained by the colour scheme of the coachwork, and the ingenuity of applying the chromium ornament which adorns it. In fact, in order to compete in the market, it is often a question of how cheaply can we build and remain fairly good, and not how good can we build. This is not so true with the new Mercedes Benz range though. The connoisseur, vintage motorist, call him what you will, requires a great deal more of his car than this, however. His car must be infinitely responsive, have character, an individual personality, its manners and handling qualities on the road must be above reproach, its coachwork suited to his personal needs, and the quality of design, workmanship and materials must be of a very high standard indeed, the Ferrari collector is looking for all these things when searching for a classic Ferrari for sale. It is not what the car does that matters, it is the way in which it does it. It must also be a piece of machinery suited to owner maintenance, since owners of this type seldom trust others to maintain their cars. Every vintage motorist knows the car he would own could he find it, and afford it; that car apart, the one he actually owns is, in every case, without peer. People who are looking for a Rolls Royce for sale are often, but not always, looking for a car that they will be able to rely upon for many years to come. These cars have been known to carry on for generations, and they often turn out to be a considerable financial asset due the appreciation in value they can accrue over the years.