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Membership Renewals

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Existing members can renew for the forthcoming calendar year here.   Online renewal is preferred, but a postal form is available below.

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Direct Debit Members

 

Your payment will be taken on 31 December. To amend your Direct Debit (e.g., add a family member), contact the Membership Secretary by email or post. A printable Direct Debit PDF and Membership Form are available below.

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Annual Subscription (2026)

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  • UK: £38

  • Non-UK: £50

These rates include postage for six issues of Sidevalve Magazine.

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Before you renew, please take a moment to

 

  • Register or Update your vehicle details here: ​​

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  • View / Update my Membership details here: ​​

 

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Online Renewal

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1.Click RENEW MEMBERSHIP button below

2.Enter your Membership Number (this is the first number above our address sheet with your magazines), Surname, and Postcode.

3.Ensure you’re not already paid up for next year.

4.Click on the PayPal/Card button.  All debit/credit payments go through PayPal but NO PayPal ACCOUNT NEEDED. 

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For payment issues, contact:Joe Wheatley📧 membershipsecretary@fsoc.co.uk📞 07831 622 075

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Renewing by Post

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If  you are unable to renew online, print and post the Renewal Form with a cheque payable to

Ford Sidevalve Owners Club Ltd (not FSOC)

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[Membership Renewal Form 2025]

Direct Debit Form (08/24) – Existing Members Only]

Welcome to the Membership Centre

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Join or renew your FSOC membership online or by post.

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•Online: Use the buttons below to access our secure PayPal system.  You don’t need a PayPal account  — select “Check out with PayPal,” then choose “Pay with Credit or Debit Card” to complete your payment safely.

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•By Post: Download and print the latest Membership Application Form (PDF) and send it with payment(cheque or postal order) to the Membership Secretary. (Banks now insist on full Ford Sidevalve Owners Club Ltd – not FSOC Ltd).

 

•Direct Debit: To pay future renewals by Direct Debit, include a completed Direct Debit form (PDF) with your first application.

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Membership information

 

Membership runs from 1st January–31st December each year.  Renewals are due by 31st December (our membership corresponds to calendar years)

 

Membership cost depends on your location and when you join. Due to postage, non-UK members pay more. 

The Club’s insurance policy now includes sales of new or second hand parts to residents of the USA and Canada.

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New members can choose 12-month, 6-month, or 15-month options:

 

•A full year to 31 Dec, with six magazine issues is available to purchase from January - June.

 

•A 6-month membership (July to 31 Dec) including Aug, Oct & Dec magazines is available to purchase from July – September

 

•A 15-month membership (to 31 Dec next year) is available to purchase from Oct – Dec and includes Oct & Dec magazines, plus all six for following year.

 

UK Membership

 

•Annual (Jan–31st ): £38.00

•6-month (Jul–31st Dec): £25.00 (available from 1 July)

•15-month (Oct–31st Dec to end of following year): £44.00 (available from 1 October)

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Rest of World (Non-UK)

 

•Annual (Jan–Dec): £50.00

•6-month (Jul–Dec): £35.00 (available from 1 July)

•15-month (Oct–Dec to end of following year): £58.00 (available from 1 October)

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Family Membership:  Add £1.50 per person for family members at the same address or immediate family.  Family members receive full Club benefits but not extra magazine copies.

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Payment & Renewal

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After the initial application, we recommend setting up a Direct Debit to simplify renewals and reduce admin costs.

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Privacy

FSOC never shares your personal data except for membership processing and deliveries.Committee and regional contacts may access your details for Club purposes. You may opt out of sharing with your local contact when applying or by notifying the Membership Secretary.

Full Privacy Policy under ABOUT US tab aboveBy applying or renewing, you agree to these terms.

Our History

 

Established in 1969, the Ford Sidevalve Owners' Club (FSOC) supports enthusiasts of small Ford side-valve vehicles built from 1932 onward. Originally focused on the 100E range (Anglia, Prefect, Popular), the club now includes models such as: Ford Model Y, Model C, 7Y & 7W, Upright models: E93A, E494A, 103E, etc., 107E OHV Prefect, Commercials: 300E, E83W, Tourers, convertibles, and Ford Specials

 

We’re a non-profit club run entirely by dedicated volunteers, with around 1,200 members  worldwide. 

 

Why Join FSOC?

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Membership gives you access to:

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✅ Award-Winning Magazine - Bi-monthly publication packed with news, features, and member stories.

✅ Events & Social Meets - Local and national events, including club nights, show displays, the AGM, and National Sidevalve Day

✅ Spares Service - Thousands of parts available from our central UK facility, with ongoing remanufacturing.

✅ Club Regalia - Manuals, books, clothing, and more.

✅ Expert Advice - Get help from our registrars on restorations, model history, and re-registration (UK only).

✅ Archive Access - A growing library of manuals, photos, and historical documents.

✅ Insurance Cover - Club stand insurance for shows and events.

 

A Strong Community

 

FSOC has Regional Groups across the UK and Worldwide  (North America, Europe, Australasia and Scandinavia), offering local support, restoration help, and a friendly community of classic Ford enthusiasts.

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Professionally Run

 

The FSOC is a registered company with audited accounts, run by a volunteer committee committed to responsible management.

 

Want to Know More? Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page and download the Club Flyer, or contact your Regional Contact.  

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Benefits & Services page

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The Ford Sidevalve Owners' Club (FSOC) is a traditional Classic Car Club, offering a wide range of benefits to Ford Classic enthusiaststs in the UK, Americas, Australia & New Zealand and Europe including Scandinavia.

 

Get all this for less than the price of a tank of petrol:

 

  • A fantastic full colour, glossy, bi-monthly magazine packed with quality content

  • In house spares service with N.O.S. UK Re-manufactured and quality used items available at VERY competitive terms.

  • Regional meetings led by our knowledgeable local members, typically monthly!

  • Club stands at shows across the UK throughout the season, complete with show insurance and members discounts.

  • Exclusive discounts on insurance premiums with Footman James.

  • Dedicated team of technical consultants for each main variant model ready to help you.

  • Expert Registrars to help with all your historical queries.

  • DVLA compliant Registration assistance service (Free to members).

  • Website, featuring digital magazines, technical papers, photographs and Videos.

  • Access to our Members' Only Facebook discussion forum. The Members Lounge

  • Literally 100s of years of experience and knowledge to share.

  • A social club, offering relaxed chat, advice and support.

  • All assets and services managed by an enthusiastic committee of experienced and dedicated volunteers​

 

JOIN US!

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Whether you're a proud of classic car owner, have a period special or modern modified vehicle, remember, we're the ONLY traditional UK car club for Ford Sidevalves and variants. We aren’t just a virtual forum; we’re a thriving, professionally managed organisation, registered with Companies House.

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🔧 FSOC Spares Scheme

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The FSOC proudly runs a comprehensive spares program for all club-supported vehicles. At our dedicated facility in Abingdon, England, we stock:

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  • ✅ New parts – including NOS (New Old Stock)

  • 🔁 Remanufactured parts

  • 🔍 Sourced equivalents – interchangeable with minimal impact on appearance or originality

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We also carry quality used parts, including engines, axles, gearboxes, trim, and body panels. For availability and pricing, contact:   📧 sparessecretary@fsoc.co.uk

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All items can be sent, or collected by appointment.

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🧰 What's Available?

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  • Spares for Upright and 100E derivatives

  • Essential workshop manuals & parts lists

  • Club regalia: key rings, grille badges & more

  • FSOC-branded clothing (members only)

🛒 Wearables are available through our Online store via Member Services tab and selected for practicality and club identity.

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👤 Who Can Buy?

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Spares and merchandise are exclusive to current FSOC members
Membership fees help fund part sourcing and production, keeping costs low and quality high.

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📄 Non-members can view the available parts list (see downloadable PDF above) but must join to purchase.

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🛍️ How to Order

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  • 📰 Printed spares list & order form in each issue of Sidevalve magazine

  • 💻 Digital order form available under the Member Services tab

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🔄 We're working on adding full online ordering and payment options.

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