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Privacy Policy

Vintage Cars South Africa

At Vintage Cars South Africa (VCSA), we believe that trust is just as important as horsepower.
Our website exists to connect collectors, enthusiasts, and classic car lovers with exceptional vehicles and services. While doing that, we are committed to protecting your personal information and handling it responsibly in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit vintagecarssa.co.za.

Who We Are

Vintage Cars South Africa is a classic car dealership and enthusiast hub based in Pretoria East.

Our platform connects collectors, buyers, and enthusiasts through classic vehicle sales, services, and community engagement. The website may allow visitors to:

  • enquire about classic vehicles
  • sell collectible cars
  • join memberships or enthusiast services
  • contact our team for valuations, storage, transport, or related services

Our mission is simple: preserve automotive heritage and connect people who appreciate timeless machines.

Information We Collect

To operate our website and provide our services, we may collect the following types of personal information.

Personal Details

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number

Transaction Information

  • Billing address
  • Shipping address
  • Purchase details

Membership Information

  • Account details
  • Login credentials
  • Membership participation information

Marketing Preferences

  • Newsletter subscriptions
  • Email opt-ins
  • WhatsApp opt-ins

This information is only collected when you voluntarily provide it through our website.

How We Collect Information

Your information may be collected when you:

  • submit a contact enquiry
  • create an account
  • purchase products from our shop
  • register for membership features
  • subscribe to updates or newsletters
  • communicate with us through the website

We only collect the information necessary to provide the services you request.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and improve our services.

These may include:

  • Google Analytics for website traffic analysis
  • Meta Pixel for marketing and advertising performance
  • Trustindex for displaying reviews and social proof
  • WooCommerce session cookies for cart and checkout functionality

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand how users interact with our website and ensure key features function correctly.

By using our website, you consent to the use of these cookies. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.

Payment Processing

All payments on the VCSA website are securely processed through PayFast.

Vintage Cars South Africa does not store your card or banking information on our servers.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to operate the VCSA platform and provide services to our customers and members.

Your information may be used to:

  • process purchases and transactions
  • respond to enquiries
  • manage memberships
  • provide updates related to services you requested
  • deliver products and services
  • improve website functionality

Your information is never sold or traded.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy.

In general, this means we retain your information for the duration of our business relationship and for up to 5 years thereafter, in order to comply with legal, tax, and regulatory requirements.

Your Rights Under POPIA

In terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act, you have the right to:

  • access the personal information we hold about you
  • request correction or deletion of your personal information
  • object to the processing of your personal information
  • withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
  • lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, you may contact us directly.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa:

Information Regulator (South Africa)
Website: https://www.justice.gov.za/inforeg/
Email: complaints.IR@justice.gov.za
Phone: +27 10 023 5200