TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE

1. Definitions

In these Conditions:
1.1. “Buyer” means the individual or business named in the order who purchases or agrees to purchase the Goods.
1.2. “Business Day” means any day other than a Saturday, Sunday, or public holiday in England.
1.3. “Conditions” means these terms and conditions, together with any special terms agreed in writing by the Company.
1.4. “Goods” means the items described in the order which the Buyer agrees to purchase.
1.5. “Company” means Catering Van Conversions Ltd (Company No. 09985442), Unit I, Peartree Business Centre, Peterborough, PE3 8YQ.
1.6. “Materials” means any third-party materials used or commissioned in the manufacture or design of the Goods.
1.7. “Price” means the price of the Goods, excluding VAT, packaging, carriage, and insurance.

2. Application of Terms

2.1. All sales are subject exclusively to these Conditions. Any other terms provided by the Buyer are excluded.
2.2. An order constitutes an offer by the Buyer to purchase Goods in accordance with these Conditions.
2.3. Acceptance of delivery or collection of Goods shall be deemed to constitute acceptance of these Conditions.
2.4. No variation of these Conditions is valid unless agreed in writing by a Company director.

3. Design Process

3.1. The Company will provide a draft design to the Buyer by email or during a face-to-face meeting.
3.2. The Buyer must approve the design in writing, or request amendments.
3.3. Failure to respond within 14 days may result in contract termination with 7 days’ notice. Any deposit paid will be non-refundable.

3.4 The seller will not accept any issues concerning the weight of the vehicle, we will supply and fit appropriate materials and install customers equipment without liability.

4. Price and Payment

4.1. Prices are as quoted by the Company and are valid for 30 days.
4.2. VAT will be charged at the applicable rate.
4.3. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required at the time of order. The balance is due in full via bank transfer prior to delivery or collection.
4.4. Delivery is not included unless agreed in writing.
4.5. Time of payment is of the essence. Late payments incur interest at 2% above Barclays Bank base rate, accruing daily.

5. Delivery

5.1. The Company will use reasonable efforts to meet estimated delivery dates but will not be liable for delays.
5.2. Delivery occurs when Goods are made available for collection or dispatched from Company premises.
5.3. If the Buyer fails to accept delivery within two Business Days, the Company may treat the contract as cancelled. In such cases:

• The deposit is forfeited.

• The Buyer remains liable for any resulting losses.

• Storage charges of £25 per day apply.

6. Quality and Warranty

6.1. Goods will conform to the agreed specification at the time of delivery.
6.2. All other warranties or conditions, whether implied by law or otherwise, are excluded to the fullest extent permitted by law.

7. Variations

7.1. Any request for changes must be made in writing. Additional costs must be accepted in writing before changes are made.

8. Guarantee

8.1. New Goods are guaranteed for 12 months from invoice date against manufacturing defects.
8.2. Defective items must be returned to the Company in Peterborough at the Buyer’s expense for assessment.
8.3. The guarantee excludes:

• Defects arising from misuse, neglect, or unauthorised modification.

• Fair wear and tear.

• Specific exclusions including but not limited to leisure batteries, tap assemblies, chargers, used fridges, paintwork on used units, tyres, windscreens, and second-hand goods.

9. Title and Risk

9.1. Title remains with the Company until payment is received in full.
9.2. Risk passes to the Buyer upon delivery.

10. Inspection and Claims

10.1. The Buyer must inspect Goods upon delivery.
10.2. Where delivery is made by a third-party carrier, claims for damage or loss must be made in accordance with the carrier’s terms and promptly reported to the Company.

11. Acknowledgements by Buyer

11.1. The Buyer acknowledges that:

• They have had the opportunity to inspect the Goods.

• They accept the condition of the Goods as delivered.

• The only warranties applicable are those set out in these Conditions.

• The Company has no liability for indirect or consequential loss.

12. Intellectual Property

12.1. The Buyer warrants they have the right to supply any materials used in production.
12.2. The Buyer shall indemnify the Company against any third-party claims relating to supplied materials.
12.3. The Company may photograph Goods for promotional purposes unless the Buyer objects in writing before delivery.

13. Limitation of Liability

13.1. Except for liability for death or personal injury due to negligence, the Company’s total liability is limited to the Price paid.
13.2. The Company is not liable for any indirect or consequential losses including lost profits, business, or goodwill.

14. Force Majeure

14.1. The Company is not liable for delays or failures caused by events beyond its reasonable control.
14.2. If such events persist for more than 3 months, either party may terminate the contract.

15. General

15.1. The Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999 does not apply.
15.2. This Agreement represents the entire agreement between the parties.
15.3. Nothing excludes liability for fraud.
15.4. Neither party may assign this Agreement without written consent.
15.5. Nothing in this Agreement creates a partnership or joint venture.
15.6. No party has authority to bind the other.
15.7. Failure to enforce rights does not constitute a waiver.

Governing Law

This Agreement is governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.