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Policies & Terms
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Terms of Use for this Web Site
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We at Scooter Escapes make every effort to assure the currency and accuracy of all information contained on this site,
however, errors sometimes occur or facts may change. Please report known errors to us, so that we may correct them.
Scooter Escapes sells only quality scooters, motorcycles, accessories, and parts. We are not liable for a customer's use of these.
Scooter Escapes is a retail brick-and-mortar establishment doing business in Saint Petersburg, Florida. We make every effort to abide by all governing laws in this jurisdiction, and we do not attempt to represent any knowledge of laws governing sales or activities outside this jurisdiction.
Alteration of any vehicle for any purpose is inherently dangerous, as are carelessness or neglect. Minimize the danger by inspecting your scooter before each use, and by adhering to maintenance schedules.
If you have any doubt about the safety or condition of your vehicle, or in your ability to safely operate it, seek help.
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Privacy Policy
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In connection with normal business activities, Scooter Escapes may acquire information about you as described here, which we handle as stated in this notice.
1. We collect non-public personal information about you from the following sources:
· Information we receive from you on applications and other forms;
· Information about your transactions with us; and,
· Information we may receive from a credit-reporting agency.
2. We do not disclose nor do we reserve the right to disclose, any non-public personal information about our customers, consumers or former customers to any one, except as required or permitted by law. We may disclose non-public, personal information about you, as a consumer, customer or former customer, to non-affiliated third parties as required or permitted by law.
3. We restrict access to your non-public personal information to employees who need to provide products or services to you. We maintain electronic, physical and procedural safeguards that comply with federal regulations to guard your non-public personal information.
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Licensing
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Under Florida law, as of this writing on 8/31/09, all motorized vehicles
operated on the public roads of this state require some class of operator's
license issued by a state. Two-wheeled and three-wheeled vehicles of less
than 50cc engine displacement may be operated by a person holding a valid
Class E or better license, with no motorcycle endorsement necessary. More
information is available on the Florida Senate web site:
Chapter 20: Motor Vehicle Licenses
Anyone can buy a motor vehicle. You only need an ID card for that. You just
can't operate the vehicle without a license.
Any two-wheeled or three-wheeled vehicle registered to operate on the road
in Florida, and which is classified as a motorcycle, requires a motorcycle
endorsement to ride.
Scooter Escapes does not represent itself to be a qualified advisor on legal
matters, and is only trying to help people comply with an ever-changing world
of laws and regulations involving numerous Federal, State, and Local governing
authorities. Any information given on this subject is subject to change without
notice.
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Warranties
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Each brand sold by Scooter Escapes has its own unique warranty.
Some are for one year, and cover only certain types of failure
on certain parts. Others are for
two or more years, and cover parts and labor. Obviously, the better
quality scooters typically carry a longer, more inclusive warranty.
All warranties have restrictions. For example, no warranty covers
damage due to accident or misuse. Also, many warranties may require
the vehicle be regularly service at an approved facility or in an
approved manner. Usually, all warranty work must be done at an
authorized service center or dealer. Some warranties are not
transferable to a new owner if the vehicle is sold.
Scooter Escapes provides warranty repair for those brands we
sell, plus a few others (Scooter Escapes is not a dealer for Bajaj,
Argo, or QLink, but we still can perform warranty work on these
brands). There are exclusions, however. When a
person buys a vehicle from an entity other than Scooter Escapes, and then presents that
vehicle to Scooter Escapes for warranty repairs, we reserve the
right to establish facts relevant to the case prior to performing
the said work under warranty. Under certain circumstances, we may
decline to honor the warranty, solely at our discretion. We may require
documentation to prove the owner has obeyed the terms of the manufacturer's agreement,
including warranty registration proof, proof of proper maintenance,
or others.
Used vehicles sold by Scooter Escapes most often have no warranty
expressed or implied. In some certain cases, if there is residual
warranty coverage on the vehicle, and if the warranty is transferable,
those vehicles may maintain all or some coverage under the manufacturer's
warranty.
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Layaway Policy
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There are many advantages to layaway:
- No need for banks or credit checks. Layaway is a simple payment plan
wherein you agree to pay Scooter Escapes. No middlemen to pad the price with
interest or fees.
- There is no charge for our layaway service. It's free.
- You pay no interest. None. If the total price is $1000, and
it takes you three months to pay it off, the total cost is still $1000. Not
one penny of your money will go to fat multi-million-dollar bonuses for bankers.
- Warranty clock doesn't start ticking until you take delivery.
- Lock in low prices during the off-season. Probably the most attractive
aspect of layaway is the ability to take advantage of seasonal price dips and
take delivery just when everyone else is paying top dollar!
- Payment plans are flexible. You can pay weekly, bi-weekly,
monthly, whenever. You can pay different amounts each time, depending on what you
can afford. Just keep in mind, the machine doesn't leave the shop until the
last penny is paid.
- Flexibility is possible. If you decide you want a different color,
or a different model, you may be able to change your mind before you take
delivery. Try that with financing! With financing, you take the machine with
you, and you can't bring it back if you change your mind the next day.
Layaway is a simple agreement between Scooter Escapes and a buyer. The buyer
chooses a machine, and pays 1/3 of the sale price as a non-refundable deposit.
The buyer pays off the remaining balance within the agreed time frame
(usually 90 days) and then takes delivery. No interest is charged, and
the original deal price agreed to by both parties cannot be raised.
Call 727-898-6699 for more information. Certain restrictions apply.
What's wrong with "BUY HERE PAY HERE?" Do the math. If you want to buy
a scooter, ask the dealer a few questions. First, how much down? Then,
how many payments, and how much are the payments. Finally, make sure
there are no "fees" or penalties that could add hundreds of dollars to
your cost.
Now, multiply the number of payments by the payment amount. Add that
to the down payment and any other fees or payments. This will give you
the actual cost of the "great deal." You may be shocked to learn that
you're paying several hundred dollars more than the scooter is worth.
Be very careful of "BUY HERE PAY HERE" dealers. Many of them may be very
honest people, but not all of them are.
If you're not sure how to do the math, call Scooter Escapes at 727-898-6699.
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Online or Internet Scooter and Motorcycle Sales
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It is our opinion that a fool and his money are soon parted. Buying
a motorscooter or motorcycle online is not wise. Avoid online vehicle
sales unless you have no alternative. Support your local dealers, they
are the people who will provide parts, service, and warranty repair.
Remember that the "dealer" in California is beyond your reach,
unless you intend to drive there and confront him. He probably
doesn't sell locally, because he doesn't have a license, or bonding,
or insurance, and his vehicles may not even be legal to operate in
California. We don't keep track of how many people have bought scooters
online, and brought them to us for repairs. Sometimes we can help them,
but we don't work on their junk for free. Sometimes we can't help them.
Often they tell us they regret their decision.
Online "dealers" have many unfair advantages. They don't have to
comply with any of the state, county, or city ordinances or laws
which are intended to protect consumers. They don't need bonding, or
liability insurance, or even a business license. Motor vehicle
dealers in the state of Florida employ thousands of people, pay
millions of dollars in fees and taxes, and leave most of the money
right here in the local economy. Online "dealers" just take the money
straight out of our economy, straight out of our state, and leave
consumers with none of the protections afforded by real, legitimate,
motor vehicle dealers.
When you buy a scooter or motorcycle online, you deprive a local
shop of a needed sale. Now, that store can't afford to keep the same
number of workers. Payroll taxes go down. Unemployment costs go
up. Thanks very much, for being such a friend to your neighbors
and your community, just to save yourself a few dollars. Every time
that piece of junk breaks down, thank yourself for being so thrifty.
Every time you take it to a local shop for repairs, and the repairs
cost almost as much as what you paid for the thing, don't get mad at
the shop. He tried to warn you, didn't he? But you wouldn't listen.
So just pay the bill and shut up. Next time you want some work done
on your internet scooter, take it back to where you bought it, if
you can find them.
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Returns and Exchanges
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No refunds on new or used vehicles. All sales are final.
Unused parts and accessories may be returned for store
credit, minus a 20% restocking fee, if the original packaging
is intact. Scooter Escapes LLC is the sole determiner of what
is used or unused.
Exceptions: No returns on electrical parts (including batteries), software,
magazines, helmets, or books.
The original sales receipt must accompany all returns.
A minimum 50% deposit must accompany all special orders. Items
over $50 retail price may require up to 100% prepayment. Deposit
is non-refundable once the order has been placed. Once item is
received, customer has 10 business days to claim it. Customer is
responsible to keep Scooter Escapes informed regarding contact
information.
This policy is subject to change without notice.
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