Terms & Conditions

IMPORTANT DECLARATION:  Nothing in this document, or any other documents, is intended to prejudice or affect the customer's statutory rights.

QUOTES & ESTIMATES:  Cork Automania Ltd is NOT a quote based practice, but in some instances can give a vague estimate.  All estimates are guidelines and cannot be guaranteed as prices and labour figures are subject to change & are subject to stripping.

PAYMENT TERMS: Payment for all work completed MUST BE MADE IN FULL prior to the Customer taking delivery of the vehicle. Cork Automania Ltd reserves the right to withhold delivery of the vehicle until full payment has been received. All parts fitted remain the property of Cork Automania Ltd until full payment has been received. We will only accept payment with cash or via laser/credit card.

Cork Automania Ltd DOES NOT OFFER payment plans or financing options under any circumstances.

DEPOSIT TERMS:  Payment of a deposit by the Customer constitutes a commitment to present the vehicle at the agreed date and time for the scheduled work. Failure to deliver the vehicle as agreed, in time for the work to be completed within normal business hours on that date, will result in the deposit being forfeited.  If the Customer wishes to reschedule for a different date, a new deposit may be required at the discretion of Cork Automania Ltd.

DEPOSIT – REFURBISHMENT / RENOVATION / RESTORATION WORK:  Once a vehicle is booked in for refurbishment, renovation, or restoration work, a non-negotiable deposit of €5,000.00 is payable in advance and prior to commencement of any work.

This type of work is labour-intensive and involves significant time spent sourcing parts both locally and internationally. The deposit covers initial labour, administration, and sourcing efforts.

In the event that the total cost of work completed is less than the deposit paid, the difference will be refunded to the Customer upon final invoicing.

LABOUR AND MATERIALS: The estimate provided is based on the cost of labour and materials at the date it was issued. The customer agrees to pay for the time spent by Cork Automania Ltd, as well as for the cost of materials used. Charges will be itemized for each individual part, including an hourly labour rate and a markup on materials. If the work is not completed within 30 days of the estimate date, Cork Automania Ltd reserves the right to increase the estimated charges. Any such increase will be proportional to rises in direct or overhead costs, including (but not limited to) increases in wages or material costs.

SUPPLING PARTS: Cork Automania Ltd supply their own parts to ensure the highest level of service. By doingso, they can guarantee the quality, compatibility, and performance of the components used in repairs. This helps avoid delays or complications caused by incorrect or substandard parts. Additionally, we have established relationships with trusted suppliers. This not only allows us to secure better pricing but also provides access to specific or hard-to-find components, advantages that benefit both the us and the customer.

GUARANTEE OF REPAIRS:  Cork Automania Ltd guarantees to exchange or repair any parts found to be defective due to faulty materials or workmanship during the course of the repair. This guarantee is provided in addition to, and does not affect, the customer’s statutory rights. The guarantee is valid for a period of twelve (12) months or 10 000 kilometers of vehicle use, whichever occurs first, from the date the repairs were completed.

Please note that no claims will be accepted under this guarantee if the vehicle has been used in a manner contrary to how the vehicle has been designed to be used for normal road usage.

PRE NCT:  This is a checklist only. Any necessary repairs will incur additional charges. A Pre-NCT Check does not guarantee an NCT pass.

VEHICLE COLLECTION AND STORAGE POLICY:  Cork Automania Ltd stipulates that, should the customer fail to collect their vehicle during normal business hours on the day the work is completed, Cork Automania Ltd reserves the right to either:

  • Park the vehicle on any public road or highway.
  • Store the vehicle on its own premises or any other location, whether covered or uncovered.

Vehicles which are not collected within forty-eight (48) hours will be subjected to a reasonable storage charge. The vehicle will not be released until such charges have been settled.

If the vehicle is stored at a location other than Cork Automania Ltd.’s premises, Cork Automania Ltd reserves the right to charge the customer for any costs incurred in connection with the storage of the vehicle.

Liability Disclaimer: Under no circumstances shall Cork Automania Ltd be held liable for any loss or damage to the vehicle while it is parked or stored in accordance with this policy.

DISPOSAL OF UNCOLLECTED GOODS: If the Customer fails to collect their vehicle within three (3) months of being notified that the work has been completed, Cork Automania Ltd shall have the right to sell the vehicle. The Customer hereby grants Cork Automania Ltd irrevocable authority to proceed with such a sale and to take any actions necessary in connection with it.  Prior to the sale, Cork Automania Ltd will provide the Customer with seven (7) days’ written notice of its intention to sell the vehicle. This notice will be sent by pre-paid registered post to the Customer’s last known address. The notice will be deemed received on the day following the date of posting, or on the next working day if that day is a Sunday or public holiday. The sale will be conducted by Cork Automania Ltd. and shall be entitled to deduct from the proceeds all outstanding charges for repair, storage, and any costs associated with the sale. Cork Automania Ltd may, at its sole discretion, either:

Retain any remaining balance of the proceeds for the benefit of the Customer, or Forward the balance to the Customer’s last known address, in which case it shall be deemed to have been received.

ADDITIONAL WORK:  If Cork Automania Ltd determines that additional work or materials are required either to complete the work originally specified or to carry out any necessary subsequent testing, it may apply an additional charge for such work or materials.  However, if the cost of the additional work or materials exceeds 10% of the original estimate (excluding VAT),   Cork Automania Ltd will not proceed with the additional work or supply the materials without first obtaining the Customer’s approval.

REPLACEMENTS:  Unless the Customer has provided written instructions to the contrary, Cork Automania Ltd shall be entitled to repair or fit reconditioned (repaired) units in place of new parts where such new parts are unavailable or cannot be obtained within a reasonable timeframe.  If it is not possible to replace, repair, or fit a reconditioned unit under these circumstances, Cork Automania Ltd shall remain entitled to charge the Customer for any labour performed and parts supplied up to that point, and shall be under no further obligation to the Customer in respect of the unavailable part or unit.

DELIVERY:  Cork Automania Ltd will use its best endeavours to complete the required work within the time specified, if any. However, in no circumstances shall Cork Automania Ltd be held liable for any delays, howsoever caused.

LIABILITY:  Cork Automania Ltd shall be liable for any direct loss or damage caused to the Customer’s vehicle as a result of its own negligence or that of its employees in carrying out repairs. This liability shall not extend to any consequential or indirect loss.

Except as stated above, Cork Automania Ltd shall have no liability whatsoever, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), or otherwise, in respect of defects in the work carried out or for any injury, damage, or loss arising from such defects.

Without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing:

  • Cork Automania Ltd.’s liability shall be limited to the reasonable cost of remedying any defects in the work performed.
  • In the case of defective parts, no credit will be issued for labour costs or any charges other than the purchase price of the parts. Cork Automania Ltd’s liability is strictly limited to the replacement of defective parts only.
  • Cork Automania Ltd shall not be liable for any loss of use of the vehicle or any related losses, however caused, for any period of time.

CUSTOMERS’ PROPERTY:  While Cork Automania Ltd will take all reasonable care of the Customer’s vehicle and belongings while in its custody, it shall not be liable for any loss or damage to any vehicle, its accessories, contents, or other property while on Cork Automania Ltd.’s premises or otherwise under its care for garage, storage, servicing, repair, or any other purpose - except where such loss or damage is caused by the proven negligence of Cork Automania Ltd or its employees.

Cork Automania Ltd shall not, under any circumstances, including its own negligence or the negligence or criminal acts of its agents or employees, be held liable for loss or damage to valuables left inside the vehicle. Customers are strongly advised to remove all valuables from the vehicle before delivering it to Cork Automania Ltd.

For the purposes of this clause, "valuables" shall include cash, jewellery, and any item valued at more than €60, excluding vehicle spares, accessories, and standard fittings.

PAINTWORK:  Cork Automania Ltd shall not be liable under any circumstances for the penetration of rust through paintwork following completion of painting. While every reasonable precaution will be taken to prevent such issues, no guarantee against rust penetration is given or implied.

Where partial paintwork is carried out, Cork Automania Ltd will use its best endeavours to match the existing colour. However, no liability shall be accepted for any variation or mismatch in colour or finish.

OWNERSHIP:  The Customer warrants that they are the legal owner of the vehicle, or that they have the full authority of the legal owner to enter into this Agreement and to authorize Cork Automania Ltd to carry out any work in connection with the vehicle.

DATA PROTECTION:  Cork Automania Ltd collects and processes certain personal data in order to perform a contract with you, in order to view our Privacy Statement for further information on the Personal Data we collect and the processing grounds we rely upon along with detailed information on your rights please see out privacy statement

OVER THE COUNTER SALES

RETURN POLICY:  Once orders have been correctly fulfilled, Cork Automania Ltd cannot accept goods for return unless all of the following conditions are met:

  • The returned goods are, in the opinion of Cork Automania Ltd, undamaged, unsoiled, and remain in their original packaging cartons.
  • If Cork Automania Ltd agrees to accept the return, the customer shall be liable for a handling and equal to 20% of the price of the returned goods.

SPECIAL ORDERS:  A 50% deposit is required on all special orders.  No refund will be given against special orders.

DEFECTS:  Cork Automania Ltd cannot accept responsibility for any damage resulting from the failure or breakdown of goods supplied by us. Before fitting, the customer has an obligation to check that the parts are suitable for the vehicles to which they are to be fitted.