1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the BritCars website (sandy-twilight.com) and services, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by these Terms of Service, you are not authorised to use or access our services.
These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use our services, including BritCars Academy courses and automotive cataloguing services.
2. Company Information
BritCars Ltd
Company Registration Number: 12345678
Registered Office: 123 Regent Street, London W1B 4HA, United Kingdom
VAT Number: GB123456789
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 20 7123 4567
3. Services Provided
3.1 BritCars Academy
We provide educational courses related to automotive purchasing, maintenance, and market analysis, including:
- Vehicle History & Documentation training
- Inspection Techniques courses
- Financial Planning for car purchases
- UK Legal Requirements education
- Maintenance & Care programmes
- Resale Value Optimisation courses
3.2 Automotive Cataloguing
We provide vehicle cataloguing and information services to help consumers make informed purchasing decisions.
3.3 Consultation Services
We offer personalised automotive consultation and advisory services to individuals and businesses.
4. User Accounts and Registration
4.1 Account Creation
To access certain services, you may be required to create an account. You agree to:
- Provide accurate, current, and complete information
- Maintain the security of your password and account
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorised use
- Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
4.2 Account Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your account immediately, without prior notice, for any breach of these Terms of Service.
5. Course Enrollment and Payments
5.1 Course Access
Upon successful payment, you will receive access to purchased courses for the duration specified in the course description. Course access typically includes:
- Online learning materials and resources
- Live or recorded sessions as specified
- Certificates upon successful completion
- Limited-time access to instructor support
5.2 Payment Terms
Payment is required in full before course access is granted unless otherwise agreed in writing. We accept major credit cards and other payment methods as displayed during checkout.
5.3 Pricing
All prices are displayed in British Pounds (GBP) and include VAT where applicable. Prices may change without notice, but changes will not affect orders already placed.
6. Refund and Cancellation Policy
6.1 Cooling-off Period
You have the right to cancel your order within 14 days of purchase without giving any reason, in accordance with UK Consumer Rights legislation.
6.2 Course Refunds
- Full refund: Available within 14 days if no course materials have been accessed
- Partial refund: May be available at our discretion if less than 25% of course content has been accessed
- No refund: After 30 days or if more than 25% of content has been accessed
6.3 Consultation Services
Consultation services may be cancelled up to 24 hours before the scheduled appointment for a full refund. Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice may be subject to a cancellation fee.
6.4 Refund Processing
Approved refunds will be processed within 14 days and returned to the original payment method.
7. Intellectual Property Rights
7.1 Our Content
All content on our website and in our courses, including text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, and software, is the property of BritCars Ltd and is protected by UK and international copyright laws.
7.2 Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our services for personal, non-commercial purposes only.
7.3 Prohibited Uses
You may not:
- Reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content
- Share login credentials or course materials with third parties
- Use our content for commercial purposes without written permission
- Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
8. User Conduct
8.1 Acceptable Use
You agree to use our services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Transmit any harmful, threatening, or offensive content
- Interfere with or disrupt our services or servers
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of our services
- Use our services to distribute spam or unsolicited communications
8.2 Course Participation
During course participation, you agree to:
- Treat other participants and instructors with respect
- Not share inappropriate or offensive content
- Maintain the confidentiality of other participants' personal information
- Use discussion forums and chat features responsibly
9. Disclaimers and Warranties
9.1 Educational Purpose
Our courses and content are provided for educational purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, the information should not be considered as professional automotive, legal, or financial advice.
9.2 No Warranties
We provide our services "as is" without any warranties, express or implied. We do not warrant that:
- Our services will be uninterrupted or error-free
- Defects will be corrected
- Our services are free of viruses or harmful components
- The information provided is complete or accurate
9.3 Third-Party Content
We may include links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third parties.
10. Limitation of Liability
10.1 Maximum Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, BritCars Ltd's total liability for any claims arising from your use of our services shall not exceed the amount you paid for the specific service giving rise to the claim.
10.2 Excluded Damages
We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:
- Loss of profits or revenue
- Loss of data or information
- Business interruption
- Loss of opportunity
10.3 Consumer Rights
Nothing in these terms affects your statutory rights as a consumer under UK law.
11. Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which forms part of these Terms of Service. By using our services, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.
12. Termination
12.1 Termination by You
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at [email protected] or through your account settings.
12.2 Termination by Us
We may terminate or suspend your access to our services immediately if:
- You breach these Terms of Service
- We are required to do so by law
- We cease providing the service to users in your location
- Continued provision would be unlawful
12.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination, your right to use our services will immediately cease. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, and limitations of liability.
13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
14. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. We will provide notice of significant changes by:
- Posting a notice on our website
- Sending an email to registered users
- Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
Your continued use of our services after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining terms remain in full force and effect.
16. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +44 20 7123 4567
- Post: BritCars Ltd, 123 Regent Street, London W1B 4HA, United Kingdom
Important Notice
These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and BritCars Ltd. Please read them carefully and contact us if you have any questions before using our services.
By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.