Watts Motor Works: Terms and Conditions
These Terms and Conditions will apply as The Company’s " Terms of Business" with regard to all services supplied.
Herewithin, The words “We” “Us” “Our” “The Company” etc will refer to Watts Motor Works. The words “You” “Your” “Yours” etc will refer to the contractee, our client.
We may revise these Terms of Business from time to time, we will take reasonable steps to notify you of any changes however it is your responsibility to check for the current version. Procedural stipulations may be deviated from at our discretion.
Confidentiality
Your details will be held securely on computer by Watts Motor Works and will be used only to provide the service you require. They will not be revealed to any third party without your prior approval.
At Watts Motor Works, we will always provide the highest possible service and take the best possible care of your vehicle. Please read on to see our Terms and Conditions.
Storage Agreement Terms
Application
By applying to store your vehicle with us you are applying to reserve space within our facility. By means of the completion of a storage agreement and once accepted, the space will be deemed as reserved for you.
The minimum storage period is 8 weeks from April to September and 12 weeks from October to March.
We reserve the right not to enter into any contract with any individual or with regard to any vehicle, without reason.
Documentary evidence with regard to the Identification of both the Proposer and the Vehicle must be made available for inspection and record once an initial proposal has been accepted and prior to the completion of a storage contract.
By entering into a storage agreement (contract) with us, you wilfully accept all of our terms and conditions here within, in every regard and agree to pay all fees as specified as per our terms under the section “payment”.
Client Personal Identification
You agree to the collection and use of your personal data in accordance with our “Personal Data & Security” section.
You must provide documentary proof of both your Personal identity and Permanent home address by means of Passport, Driving licence etc and recent utility bill, Bank statement etc. which we will hold on your personal file.
A photo ID of some form must be provided for our record. This can be done on site. You personally guarantee that all information provided by you is true, accurate and correct.
All contracts will be with persons of minimum 18 years of age.
It is your sole responsibility to keep your contact details up to date and to notify us of any changes to your address or contact information.
The Vehicle
In order to maintain your vehicle in the best possible condition, it is advisable that your vehicle is cleaned and fully dried for storage. We can provide a service for the upkeep of your vehicle in regards to it’s condition on delivery if applicable.
You must provide us with documentary proof that you have either, ownership or legal charge over the vehicle that you propose to place with us. This may be via V5C or other registration document, court order etc. All information will be copied for our files.
You may not place a stolen or illegally possessed or repossessed vehicle with us. Any such attempt will be reported to the police.
You shall, prior to our completion of any storage agreement, notify us in detail of any special issues, conditions, requirements or precautions that may be particular to your vehicle or type.
The vehicle will be presented for inspection prior to acceptance for entry to storage in a condition that presents no likelihood of risk of damage or injury, to either myself or representatives, or other vehicles within the facility or the facility itself.
No explosive or dangerous articles may be left within the vehicle.
All personal items should be removed from the vehicle. No responsibility will be held for any items remaining.
Fuel tank contents are advised to be maintained to a level that will allow periodic or sporadic movement of the vehicle whilst in our care for the period planned. It is advised that if a vehicle is expected to be stored for a prolonged period, the fuel tank is filled to maximum to reduce excessive condensation within the ullage and therefore fuel contamination with water being kept to a minimum.
Battery condition can be affected dramatically when left for prolonged periods of unuse. If no instruction for battery care is requested, We will not be liable for battery deterioration as a result. Refer to additional services within our web pages.
You agree to indemnify Watts Motor Works against any loss or damage how-so-ever resulting from any breach of the above.
Personal Data & Security
We will only use your personal data for internal purposes in order to fulfill our obligations under our contracted terms. The “Data Protection Act 1998” and the General Data Protection Regulations 2018 (GDPR) define our responsibilities with regard to the security of your “personal data” which we respect with utmost importance.
We will not share your personal data with third parties.
Only if we are required by law, will your information may be disclosed to police or other UK government agencies.
You must provide us with all and any updates to information held on our file to ensure that such information is accurate and current.(e.g., if you change your email, telephone contact details or address)
We reserve the right (unless specifically requested in writing) to hold your general contact details on our files for a period of no more than 24 months
All Client financial details will be erased from our files immediately following settlement of all and any outstanding amounts due.
Payment Terms
We may make adjustments to our Schedule of Charges from time to time. Any alteration to published costs will be notified in advance by a minimum of 21 days.
We invoice in advance for the chosen storage term and is subject to an upfront, non-refundable payment.
Payment is due on receipt of invoice or alternatively you can chose to pay monthly by standing order. We accept MasterCard and Visa card payments. All charges must be paid in full at the end of any storage period and before a vehicle is released from store.
All payments for storage must reach our account prior to any and all vehicles being received at our site and only after acceptance of your application and completion of your storage agreement.
Storage charges do not include the cost of any carriage of a vehicle to or from storage.
We may refuse to deliver or grant access to the vehicle unless all storage charges and other such sums have been paid in full.
You agree to grant Watts Motor Works a particular lien on the vehicle and or goods being stored if in the event that you have failed to make payment within 28 days from the date that the sums fall due, Watts Motor Works may, at Watts Motor Works discretion, reserve the right remove the vehicle from the secured storage facility and place it at any other location on the premises, whether protected from the elements or otherwise unless all storage charges and other such sums have been paid in full.
We may at any time require you to remove any vehicle upon 28 days notice in writing. If you fail to remove the vehicle from the custody or control of The Company by the due time, The Company reserves the right to proceed as per section “Termination of contract / Access / Re-location / Outstanding Fees Recovery”
Temporary Removal From Store
When possible we ask for one weeks’ notice to remove a car from store. However we aim to be as flexible as possible and can possibly provide weekend collections / deliveries.
If your vehicle is temporarily removed from storage and the space will be required again in the near future, there will be no refund for unused storage. If your vehicle is expected to be out for a longer period of time, please contact to discuss.
If you have opted for the “Premium” package we do not guarantee that your vehicle will be fit to collect, start or run.
Vehicle Release
For temporary removal and permanent removal of your vehicle you will be supplied with a Vehicle Release Code (VRC)The vehicle will only be released / handed over to the client or clients agent as authorised to us by you and notified to us in advance, and upon disclosure from the receiver of the VRC. Failure to do so will result in Non release. (NO EXCEPTIONS)
Vehicle Return
Upon return to the store the vehicle should be presented in clean condition including “under wheel arch” clean, so that it may return to its place within the facility. No dirty cars can enter the storage facility. There will be a re-inspection process prior to re-housing and a valeting service on site which will be applied at our discretion or your request.
Termination of contract / Access / Re-location / Outstanding Fees Recovery
We reserve the right to terminate any storage contract without reason. In such circumstances, a maximum of 28 days notice will be given. Responsibility for removal of any such vehicle will be entirely with the client. No responsibility for costs, damages or losses whether direct, indirect or consequential will be held by us howsoever resulting. If you fail to remove the vehicle from the custody or control of The Company by the due time, we reserve the right to dispose of the vehicle.
We reserve the right to relocate any vehicle to any other location in the event that the storage facility has to be closed either permanently or temporarily for whatever reason, as deemed appropriate by us.
We will not be held liable in any way howsoever caused or resulting from any of the above for costs damages or losses either direct or consequential.
Under such circumstances, you will be notified immediately by your default method.
If you fail to pay any outstanding sums due to The Company, we may issue you with a final notice for payment. Failure to settle any outstanding sums within 28 days of receipt of such final notice, will result in the company proceeding as per Section “Payment Terms” (Paragraph 7). Also if you fail to collect a vehicle form our location for whatever reason as had been arranged by prior notification or agreement, The Company may proceed with recovery proceedings as per “Payment Terms” (Paragraph 7). In the event that The Company proceeds with the sale of your vehicle, the proceeds of sale shall be used to cover the unpaid debt (including any costs incurred in the sale of the vehicle and costs of enforcement). After all outstanding sums due to The Company have been settled, any surplus proceeds of the sale will be held in trust for you.
We are unable to facilitate regular access to vehicles and therefore limit movements. There is no access for maintenance/valeting of vehicles except for employees or contractors of Watts Motor Works.
Insurance
We have full motor trade insurance that covers your vehicle for fire, theft and accidental damage whilst in store and fully comprehensively when being driven on the road by an employee of Watts Motor Works and is based on the valuation of the vehicle given by yourself. It is your responsibility to update the valuation when and if required.
Valeting/Detailing Terms and Conditions
Watts Motor Works requires as much notice time for bookings as possible and will always fit you in at the earliest opportunity.
Watts Motor Works will not accept liability for any loss or damage to personal belongings left in a vehicle whilst it is being worked upon.
Our service times are an estimate only. Each vehicle is different and may require more or less time than originally stated to fulfill the type of service.
Watts Motor Works reserves the right to alter or move a booking in line with weather conditions and other such occurrences.
All vehicles are cleaned at the customer’s own risk.
We will not take responsibility for any damage caused by washing an engine compartment.
Watts Motor Works will not be held responsible for any damage to your vehicle arising from ill fitting trim, loose or faulty parts etc. Please ensure you make us aware of any potential problems before we start our service.
Customers should remove all personal belongings, money and other significant items from their vehicle prior to any type of interior service.
Prices shown on this website, printed on leaflets, or discussed on the telephone, are a quotation and may be subject to change once we have seen your vehicle.
Watts Motor Works reserves the right to charge each vehicle according to its condition, the type of vehicle and the customer location.
We require at least 24 hours notice to cancel any booking.
Watts Motor Works reserves the right to alter or amend a booking’s time/date without penalty and will always contact the client to re-book.
We require a safe place to plug our extension lead in to gain power/water supply if needed.
Due to insurance purposes for ours and the vehicle's safety Watts Motor Works will NOT commence work on any vehicle that is on a main road, heavily used busy road, or small and tight road. We also cannot work in pay and display car parks.
If your interior is heavily soiled with mud, pet hair, mould, vomit etc, additional surcharges WILL apply. We advise if you have any of the above to send a few pictures before booking so that we can provide a fair estimate. If not, the price will be negotiated upon the day before any work commences.
Upon every booking you will be asked to read these terms and conditions, with doing so you agree to our terms of business. Any bookings that are made but then affected by any of the above may result in full booking charges being payable.
