Effective Date: 17th February 2026
Last Updated: 17th February 2026
Introduction
Welcome to DC Classics (“we”, “us”, “our”).
DC Classics specialises in classic car restoration, prestige vehicle restoration, nut & bolt rebuilds, concours preparation and specialist classic car services from our West Midlands workshop.
We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your personal data when you:
Visit our website
Submit an enquiry
Request a quotation
Commission restoration work
Purchase parts or services from us
Who We Are
DC Classics
Unit 12b
Central Park Industrial Estate
Halesowen Road
Netherton
Dudley
DY2 9NW
West Midlands
United Kingdom
Email: info@dc-classics.co.uk
Telephone: 01384 636459
For the purposes of data protection law, DC Classics is the Data Controller of your personal data.
What Personal Data We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
When you contact us or use our services, we may collect:
Full name
Email address
Telephone number
Postal address
Vehicle details (make, model, registration, VIN, restoration requirements)
Project budgets and specifications
Photographs you provide
Any correspondence sent via email, phone or contact forms
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device type
Pages visited and time spent
Referring website
Cookies and usage data
This helps us improve the performance and usability of our website.
How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data to:
Respond to enquiries and provide quotations
Assess and manage restoration projects
Maintain customer records
Process payments and issue invoices
Provide updates regarding your vehicle restoration
Improve our website and services
Comply with legal and tax obligations
Send marketing communications (only if you have opted in)
We will never sell your personal data.
Lawful Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases:
Contractual necessity – To provide restoration and related services
Legitimate interests – To operate and grow our business
Legal obligation – For accounting, tax and regulatory compliance
Consent – For marketing communications and optional cookies
Sharing Your Information
We may share limited personal data with trusted third parties, including:
Accountants and professional advisors
Payment processors
IT and website hosting providers
Specialist subcontractors involved in restoration (e.g. paint, machining, trimming)
Courier or logistics providers
Legal or regulatory authorities where required
All third parties are required to process data securely and lawfully.
Data Retention
We retain customer records for as long as necessary to:
Fulfil contractual obligations
Maintain restoration history documentation
Comply with UK tax and accounting laws
Financial records are typically retained for 6 years in accordance with HMRC requirements.
Restoration project records may be retained longer to preserve vehicle history and provenance.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational security measures to protect your personal data from:
Unauthorised access
Loss
Misuse
Alteration
Disclosure
Access to personal data is restricted to authorised personnel only.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Request erasure (where legally permissible)
Restrict or object to processing
Request data portability
Withdraw consent for marketing at any time
To exercise your rights, please contact:
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with:
Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
www.ico.org.uk
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to:
Ensure the website functions correctly
Analyse website traffic
Improve user experience
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
A separate Cookie Policy may be provided detailing specific cookies used.
Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to external websites, including suppliers, partners or media coverage. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.
Photography & Marketing
As a specialist restoration workshop, we may photograph or document restoration projects for:
Portfolio use
Website gallery pages
Social media
Promotional materials
Vehicle images will not normally include personal identifying information unless agreed in advance.
If you would prefer your vehicle not to be featured, please inform us in writing.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The latest version will always be published on our website with the updated date.
