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Buying an Un-Finished Kit

 

There are certain things you should be aware of whether it is a kit of parts as shown above or an almost complete car as good looking as the one below.

 

Un-finished kits can be advertised at any stage of build process anywhere in between these two JBAOC stock photos shown. They can be a very good buy depending on price and providing the correct paper work is supplied with the Kit.
Without the proper paperwork your dream could turn into a disaster.

The most important piece of paper is the JBA Engineering Ltd. Sales Invoice or Bill of Sale as it also called and contains all the important manufacturers data the authorities require to BIVA test and Register your vehicle with the DVLA.

Price Look at the kit in person or advertised contents and compare the cost of the kit with the parts you would still need to buy, including a paint job, add these together and include BIVA test fees to see if you consider it is still a good buy. Take into account that all parts fitted may not be EU approved, such as door handles, instruments, lamps, mirrors, petrol cap etc might not conform to the new BIVA regulations and may need to be replaced with EU marked parts. Parts prices can be found from firms in our suppliers page.

Also add into the cost the price to replace Window Glazing with new glazing marked with EU directive code, applicable in UK from March 2010. 
Always get written confirmation of the complete list of parts and paperwork included from the vendor before parting with any money.

  BIVA & DVLA Documentation Requirements 

JBA Engineering Ltd. Sales Invoice Make sure any unfinished kit is supplied with this, it is signed by a director of JBA Engineering Ltd, it is the bill of sale for the original Kit, along with kit contents list when first purchased from factory.
This Bill of Sale document is copied by DVLA authorities, stamped and signed and returned to you with your tax disc.

Kit Contents List describes all the parts supplied with the kit when purchased from factory. There may be other receipts from JBA Engineering Ltd for additional parts and accessories purchased.

Donor Car DVLA Log Book Old V5 log book no longer accepted by DVLA.
Only V5C document with SORN (Staturory Off Road Notice) declared is accepted, if donor car was used, this will allow the DVLA to issue an age related number plate. Click Here

Using a Replacement Engine
You will have to provide receipts for a brand new engine. Second hand engine also requires receipts and you have to provide written conformation from the Ford Motor Company the date when your engine was first used in a Ford vehicle or from other engine manufacturer e.g. Rover.

No Donor Car Log Book  You will have to provide receipts for all the Ford mechanical parts used in the construction of the kit purchased if no specific donor car was used. A Q plate may be issued.
You will also have to provide written conformation from the Ford Motor Company the date when your engine was first used in a Ford vehicle or from other engine manufacturer e.g. Rover.
Required at BIVA test to determine emission test levels.
The authorities may require you to undergo a VIC Check at a government appointed station if not satisfied where parts originated. Further fees apply.

Sales Receipts for all other parts used such as brake parts, lamps and accessories etc may be required by BIVA and DVLA. These are to provide proof that no stolen parts or parts from written off vehicles are used.

What is BIVA  It is the new test that came into force on 29th April 2009 for kit cars and replaces the original Singular Vehicle Approval scheme and is a government test carried out by VOSA the Vehicle Operator Services Agency at selected VOSA Goods Vehicle Test Stations in the UK
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Build Photos Original build photos from the seller along with your own build photos once your kit is completed. 
Build photos from previous builders and your own now required for the BIVA Test. 


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