Heritage Auto Gallery LLC

Heritage Auto Gallery is a classic and collector car dealership in Fenton, Michigan, north of Detroit. The company says it specializes in classic trucks, muscle cars and vintage American iron, with a particular interest in collectible trucks and SUVs. It does not publish a founding year or the names of its owners, and its website describes the business as a work in progress: "We are building something with a long view," it says, aiming to be not the biggest dealership but the most trusted one.

How the business works

Heritage Auto Gallery buys vehicles and sells them from its own inventory. Its about page says every car is researched and evaluated as if the owners were buying it for themselves, using auction results and comparable sales. The company says it cross-references Mecum, Barrett-Jackson, Bring a Trailer, Hagerty and Classic.com before making an offer, that it walks away from more cars than it buys, and that it discloses condition honestly. Those are the dealer's own claims, but they describe a sourcing-first approach that buyers can test by asking how a specific car was priced and what its condition report says.

What it sells

When this profile was prepared, the website listed seven vehicles: a 1952 GMC 100 five-window pickup, a 1985 Chevrolet K-10 Silverado, a 1987 GMC Suburban, a 1967 Dodge Coronet 440, a 1962 Oldsmobile Starfire, a 1968 Buick Riviera and a 1996 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am WS6. Prices on the featured listings included $36,800 for the Silverado and $15,900 for the Suburban, while the GMC pickup and the Coronet were listed as call for price.

The sold page says 56 vehicles have been sold, with model years from 1955 to 2018. Examples include a 1955 Ford Crown Victoria, a 1956 Mercury Montclair, a 1963 Cadillac DeVille, two Camaros and a Nova, a Pontiac Firebird Turbo Trans Am, a Chevrolet K5 Blazer and Ford F-series pickups. Shoppers who want to compare similar cars can also browse Michigan classic cars for sale on this site.

Buying from Heritage Auto Gallery

The site recommends three lenders for financing: J.J. Best Banc and Co, Woodside Credit and LightStream, and it shows sample monthly payments on some listings, based on 10 percent down over 48 months. Those figures are estimates from the dealer, not loan offers. The site does not describe shipping, a return policy or a pre-purchase inspection program, so ask about each before you commit, especially if you live out of state. A general checklist is in our guide on what to check before you buy. Ask for the VIN and title status, request detailed photos or a walk-around video, and consider an independent inspection.

Selling a car to Heritage Auto Gallery

The company invites owners to submit a car through its sell page. Sellers are asked to give the year, make, model and a short description of condition, and the company says it will respond within 24 hours. The team reviews the submission and, if the car fits its inventory, may ask for photos or arrange a viewing. If both sides agree, the company says it provides secure payment, handles the paperwork and title transfer, and can arrange professional transportation. It says offers are based on current auction trends and condition.

One point to clarify before handing over a car: the home page tile for the sell page reads "Consign Now," and some online directories describe Heritage Auto Gallery as a consignment dealership. The sell page itself, however, talks about making offers and buying cars. Ask which arrangement applies, and get the terms in writing.

Reputation

The company publishes no history beyond its own description, and no verified ratings were found for this profile. It has a Facebook page and a YouTube channel linked from its website, and it also lists inventory on Motorious and ClassicCars.com. No Better Business Bureau listing turned up in a search. Check Google and other review sites for current feedback, and judge the company on the specific car and paperwork in front of you.

Visiting and contact

Heritage Auto Gallery is at 14309 Fenton Rd, Fenton, Michigan 48430, and can be reached on (810) 845-0795. The website lists hours of Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, Saturday by appointment and Sunday closed. Some online directories show different hours, so call ahead before making a trip.