PRIVACY POLICY

Modern Classics by Vintage Motors (Pty) Ltd t/a Vintage Motors

Last Updated: 2026-06-09

 

1. Introduction

Modern Classics by Vintage Motors (Pty) Ltd (“Vintage Motors”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is collected and used properly, lawfully, and transparently in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information.

 

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal information:

• Full name and surname

• ID number / passport number

• Company registration details (if applicable)

• Contact details (phone number, email address)

• Residential and/or business address

• Banking details (for payments or refunds)

• Vehicle purchase details

• IP address and website usage information (if applicable)

We only collect information necessary to conduct business and provide our services.

 

3. How We Collect Information

Information may be collected:

• Directly from you (when completing purchase documents, invoices, or forms)

• Through email or telephonic communication

• Via our website or online platforms

• From third parties where legally permitted (e.g., verification services)

 

4. Purpose of Processing

We process personal information for the following purposes:

• Processing vehicle sales and transfers

• Issuing invoices and receipts

• Facilitating payments and refunds

• Conducting FICA/identity verification (if required)

• Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations

• Communication regarding purchases, services, or disputes

• Improving our services and customer experience

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

 

5. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal information based on:

• Contractual necessity

• Legal obligations

• Legitimate business interests

• Your consent (where required)

 

6. Sharing of Information

We may share personal information with:

• Financial institutions

• Vehicle licensing and registration authorities

• Third-party service providers (e.g., transporters, mechanics, verification agencies)

• Legal or regulatory authorities where required by law

All third parties are required to treat your information confidentially and securely.

 

7. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against:

• Loss

• Misuse

• Unauthorised access

• Disclosure

• Alteration or destruction

However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

 

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as:

• Required by law

• Necessary to fulfil contractual obligations

• Needed for legitimate business purposes

Once no longer required, information will be securely deleted or anonymised.

 

9. Your Rights Under POPIA

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information

• Request correction or deletion of inaccurate information

• Object to processing in certain circumstances

• Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)

• Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa

Information Regulator Contact:
Website: https://www.justice.gov.za/inforeg/
Email: inforeg@justice.gov.za

 

10. Cookies & Website Tracking (If Applicable)

If we operate a website, we may use cookies to improve user experience and analyse website traffic. You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

 

11. Updates to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available upon request or on our website (if applicable).

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