We’ve always gravitated toward the standouts—the cars, trucks, and bikes that shaped our childhoods and gave us plenty of excuses as adults to keep chasing new driving experiences. One machine leads to another, and before you know it, you’ve contracted “a sickness” form the things that make the ignition keys worth turning
Our platform, “Check with the Wife,” pays homage to the countless discussions and negotiations that mark every car purchase.
It’s a nod to that familiar look of excitement (and pleading) toward our significant others before bringing home another four-wheeled dream.
The name embodies the spirit of shared decision-making, the joy, and sometimes the despair that classic and unique automobiles bring into our lives.
Our platform, “Check with the Wife,” pays homage to the countless discussions and negotiations that mark every car purchase.
It’s a nod to that familiar look of excitement (and pleading) toward our significant others before bringing home another four-wheeled dream.
The name embodies the spirit of shared decision-making, the joy, and sometimes the despair that classic and unique automobiles bring into our lives.
Our mission is simple to connect sellers of exceptional vehicles with buyers who will cherish them as much as we do.
Whether you’re parting with a beloved classic that’s been in your family for generations, or making room for a new project, “Check with the Wife” offers a trusted, curated platform where each vehicle’s story matters as much as its specs.
Under the hood of “Check with the Wife,” you’ll find a team of car dreamers — people who’ve spent more time in garages than living rooms, who prefer the smell of motor oil to fresh linen, and for whom ‘horsepower’ is a forever topic.
We’re not just a website — we’re a community, built on childhood passions that have grown to embrace the future of motoring without losing the past. So whether you’re selling a pristine Porsche or an attention-seeking Triumph Bonneville, we make the process as enjoyable as the road trips these cars are destined for.
After all, every car deserves a story that continues, and every garage deserves to house a dream on wheels.
Once you’ve selected your service tier, it’s time to get your vehicle ready for the spotlight.
Sellers complete a detailed questionnaire about their vehicle and upload high-quality photos.
After approval and payment of the listing fee, our team compiles all essential materials, including:
Video walkthroughs
Maintenance logs
DME Reports (a nod to GT3 heads)
Pertinent documents and ownership details
Using your provided data and imagery, our auction curators craft an authentic listing — ensuring buyers see an accurate and transparent view of your vehicle’s condition and history.
Each for-sale listing or auction debuts with:
A detailed write-up
Maintenance logs
Research articles specific to the make and model
Exclusive seller tools designed to maximize visibility and control
A dynamic comment section accompanies every listing, encouraging open discussion between sellers, buyers, and enthusiasts.
Active seller participation boosts bidder trust and enthusiasm.
To place a bid, buyers must register on “Check with the Wife.”
A 4% credit card hold secures each bid (released if not the winner).
Anti-sniping protection ensures every auction ends fairly.
Once the auction ends:
If the reserve is met, we connect the buyer and seller directly to finalize the sale.
If the reserve isn’t met, the seller receives the top bidder’s contact for private negotiation.
Our support team remains available throughout the process ensuring a smooth handover and a trusted experience from start to finish.
We’re not just sharing listings we’re keeping the love of classic motoring alive together.
Built by Enthusiasts
We’re a team that’s spent more time in garages than boardrooms — people who live, breathe, and love cars in every form.
Driven by Passion
From first-time sellers to lifelong collectors, our community is fueled by one thing: the joy of machines that tell stories.
Connected by Culture
Every listing, every comment, and every sale strengthens the bond that keeps classic motoring alive — together, we’re preserving the spirit of the open road.