Ford Sidevalve Owners’ Club (FSOC) Advertising Policy and Procedures:
General Advertising Policy
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Adverts go online after moderation and are removed after 2 months.
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Most recent listings appear at the top.
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If an item is sold or no longer needed, notify pop.shopper@fsoc.co.uk as soon as possible
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Non-members may submit adverts. (see below)
Public Area (General Classifieds):
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Only complete cars (for sale or wanted)
Members-Only Area (password required):
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Ads for parts, spares, books, manuals, or wanted items.
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Non-member “wanted” ads may be accepted at the Club’s discretion.
Submitting Adverts
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Use the Online Advertising Form to submit Ads.
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If space allows, non-members will also be published in our bi-monthly publication Sidevalve News.:
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To be included in our magazine they must be submitted by the 10th of the month prior to publication(e.g., Jan 10 for Feb issue).
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Magazines are published February, April, June, August, October, December
Advice to Buyers
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Verify item condition thoroughly before purchase.
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Inspect major components thoroughly in person.(e.g. engines, gearboxes).
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FSOC is not liable for private transactions on the website or in the magazine.
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Beware of vehicle registration issues if VIN/engine numbers are missing or mismatched as these may be refused by DVLA
Advice to Advertisers
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Do not release items until full payment is received.
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Watch for scams – contact:
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📧 pop.shopper@fsoc.co.uk if suspicious.
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🔗 Action Fraud to report scams.
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