Wilson Motor Company

Wilson Motor Company is a small, family-run classic car dealer at 679 International Avenue in Washington, Missouri, about an hour west of St. Louis. The business says it was started in 1934 by the father of its current owner, Dennis Wilson, and it specializes in classic and special interest automobiles, with a particular lean toward British sports cars.

History and ownership

According to the company's own website, Dennis Wilson has carried on the family business that his father began in 1934. We could not find an independent source that confirms the founding year, so the date should be read as the company's own account. Its site describes an extensive inventory of rare and unique cars, and the owner remains the public face of the business.

What Wilson Motor sells

Wilson Motor sells cars from its own stock rather than on consignment. Its listings on classic car marketplaces have centered on British marques. Examples on ClassicCars.com included a Triumph TR4A, a Triumph TR250 and a Morgan Plus 4. The dealer is also listed on AllCollectorCars and Autabuy. Inventory changes constantly, so treat these as examples, not a current list. British cars of this era reward careful shopping, since rust, electrical gremlins and incorrect replacement parts are common concerns, so detailed photos and service history matter.

The company notes that a car a visitor wants may be in stock without having been posted online yet, and invites buyers to call. It also says it has many Triumph parts for sale and offers classic car appraisals, which can be useful for owners who need a value for insurance or a sale.

Buying from Wilson Motor

The company's site does not publish a financing program, shipping service or inspection policy, so ask about each of those before committing to a car. For a general checklist, see buying a classic car from a dealer. With any older British sports car, ask for service records, a clear title and detailed photos of the body, floors and wiring, and consider an independent inspection if you live far away.

Reputation

Wilson Motor Company has a small public review footprint, too small for us to cite a star rating. We did not find any published complaint that we could verify. Judge the dealer on the specific car in front of you, and ask for written confirmation of anything promised about condition or history.

Visiting Wilson Motor Company

The dealership is at 679 International Avenue, Washington, Missouri 63090. The phone number listed on its site is 636-239-6781. Business hours are not published on the company's own site, so call ahead before making the drive. For a wider search, see classic cars for sale in Missouri.