Privacy Policy

Look, we get it - nobody actually reads these things. But we're not like those corporate places with pages of legal mumbo jumbo. Here's the straight talk on how we handle your info.

Last Updated

October 24, 2025

Our Promise

We'll never sell your data to third parties. Period. Your trust means more than a quick buck.

The Basics

So here's the deal - we're a small shop in Vancouver that works on European imports. We're not some mega-corporation trying to mine your data or whatever. We just need certain info to fix your car, send you appointment reminders, and maybe let you know when it's time for that oil change you've been putting off.

This policy covers what we collect when you visit our site, book an appointment, or bring your ride in for work. We've tried to keep it real and skip the lawyer-speak where possible.

What Info We Actually Collect

  • Your name (pretty obvious why)
  • Phone number (so we can call when your car's ready)
  • Email address (for booking confirmations and invoices)
  • Mailing address (mainly for warranty stuff if needed)

  • Make, model, and year (kinda important for parts ordering)
  • VIN number (helps us pull up your car's history and specs)
  • Current mileage (for maintenance scheduling)
  • Service history with us (so we know what's been done)
  • Any modifications or aftermarket parts you've got

We don't actually store your credit card info on our servers - that's handled by our payment processor who's way better at that security stuff than we are. We only keep records of transactions like invoice numbers and dates.

  • IP address (standard web stuff)
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages you visit on our site
  • How long you hang around
  • Where you came from (like Google or whatever)

What We Do With It

Service Your Vehicle

Obviously the main reason - we need your info to actually work on your car, order parts, and keep track of what we've done.

Appointment Management

Send you reminders, confirm bookings, let you know if we're running behind (hey, it happens).

Stay In Touch

Answer your questions, send invoices, maybe shoot you a reminder when it's been a while since your last service.

Improve Our Service

Figure out what's working and what isn't, see which services are popular, that kind of thing.

Who Else Sees Your Info

We're pretty protective of your data, but there are a few situations where we gotta share it:

Parts Suppliers

Sometimes we need to give them your VIN or vehicle details to get the right parts. They're legit companies with their own privacy policies.

Payment Processors

When you pay, that goes through secure payment systems. We don't see or store your full card details.

Legal Requirements

If the law says we gotta hand over info (like a court order or something), we have to comply. Haven't happened yet, knock on wood.

Service Providers

Like our email service, booking system, that kind of thing. They only get what they need to do their job.

What we DON'T do: Sell your info to marketing companies, spam you with unrelated crap, or share your data with random third parties. That's not our style.

Cookies & Tracking Tech

Yeah, we use cookies - not the chocolate chip kind, unfortunately. Here's what they do:

Type What It Does Can You Disable It?
Essential Cookies Make the site actually work - login stuff, booking forms, shopping cart if you're ordering parts Nope - site won't work
Analytics Cookies Help us see which pages people visit, how long they stick around, where they're coming from Yeah, you can opt out
Preference Cookies Remember your settings and choices so you don't have to re-enter stuff every time Sure thing
Manage Your Cookie Preferences

Your Vehicle's Data

Since we specialize in European imports, we often need to dig pretty deep into your car's computer systems. Here's what that means for your privacy:

Diagnostic Data

When we plug into your car's OBD port, we pull error codes, sensor readings, ECU data - the works. We keep this in our records so we can track issues over time and see patterns. Super helpful for troubleshooting weird problems.

Performance Tuning Records

If we've done any ECU tuning or performance mods on your ride, we keep copies of the original maps and our custom tunes. That way if something goes sideways, we can always flash it back to stock or a previous version.

Photos & Documentation

We sometimes take pics of your car - damage before repairs, completed work, that kind of thing. These stay in your service file unless you specifically ask us to delete 'em. We might ask permission to use photos in our gallery or social media, but we'll always check with you first.

How We Keep Your Stuff Safe

We're a small operation, but we take security seriously. Here's what we do:

  • Encrypted Connections: Our website uses SSL/TLS encryption - that's the little lock icon in your browser.
  • Secure Storage: Customer data is stored on secure servers with regular backups. Not just sitting on some laptop.
  • Limited Access: Only folks who actually need to see your info can access it. Not everyone in the shop has the keys to everything.
  • Physical Security: Paper records are locked up, computers are password-protected, all that basic stuff.
  • Regular Updates: We keep our systems patched and up-to-date to avoid known vulnerabilities.

Real talk though - no system is 100% hack-proof. We do our best, but if there's ever a breach, we'll let you know ASAP and work to fix it.

Your Rights & Choices

You've got options when it comes to your personal info. Here's what you can do:

Access Your Data

Want to see what we've got on file? Just ask. We'll pull up your records and show you what's there.

Correct Mistakes

Got the wrong phone number on file? Address changed? Let us know and we'll fix it.

Delete Your Info

Not coming back? We can delete your data, though we might need to keep some stuff for legal/tax reasons.

Opt Out of Marketing

Don't want service reminders or promotional emails? No problem - there's an unsubscribe link in every email.

Get a Copy

Need your service records for warranty claims or selling your car? We can export everything for you.

Restrict Processing

Want us to keep your data but not use it? We can put a hold on it while you figure things out.

Questions About Your Privacy?

Look, we know this stuff can be confusing. If you've got questions or want to exercise any of your rights, just reach out. We'll get back to you within a couple days.

Call Us (604) 555-7