Faqs

Becoming a member

When does the club launch?

Autumn 2024


I've signed up to the newsletter, what next?

That's great to hear, thanks for signing up.  We'll be in touch in the coming weeks as we head towards full launch and offer you the chance to register your details for your chosen membership level.  Keep an eye out and make sure you follow us on social media too (all the links at the bottom of the page!)


What if I don’t pay my monthly membership fee?

If you don’t pay your membership fee, you will, as with any membership, your membership will be cancelled and you will lose your member benefits and  your club car allocations will be forfeited for the benefit of the club. 


Can I leave the club at any point?

Yes, of course.  You can cancel your membership at any time and within the first 14 days after signing up, you can get a full refund.  

As with any membership you will lose your member benefits and your club car allocations will be forfeited for the benefit of the club.  In order to maintain access to your account and retaining your club car allocations, you can switch to a lower membership level, currently as low as £9 per month. A lower membership level of course also comes with more limited benefits. By continuing to pay a membership fee, regardless of level, you can also access the members' pier-to-pier trading platform where can sell club car allocations if you like. 


What if I need to pause payments or change membership levels?

You can change your membership levels up and down as you wish with 1 month notice.  If you want to pause the payments, you can keep your shares and pay just £9 per month to keep your account active until you can return to your chosen membership level. 


How much does it cost to become a member of the club?

Memberships start from just £39 per month with different levels at £39, £79 and £149. 


Want to find out more?

We have got more information on the website that will help, including a short video.  If this still doesn't help and you want to ask a specific question, please just email us at support@epoque.club and one of the team will get back to you at the earliest opportunity.


Are there any restrictions on who can join as a member, such as location or age requirements?

You should be 18 or older but there are no geographical restrictions.  At the moment, the availability of the cars is restricted to the UK but over time we intend to expand our offering to other countries.


What is epoque?

Epoque [epɔk ] is French meaning 'era', which fits well as we're looking to create a club full of classics from all eras!


How can I become a member of your classic car club?

It's easy to sign up. Just click the join link and you will be guided through the steps. If you have any questions, please contact us on support@epoque.club


About the club cars

Can I come and look at the cars in the club without being a member?

No, you need to be a member and any viewings currently have to be pre-agreed with the club management. Please contact us on support@epoque.club


What cars do you have in the club now?

We're launching our first few cars in the coming weeks as part of this initial founders launch period, so stay tuned!


What types of classic cars are and will be included in the collection?

Over time, we intend to build a curated collection of classic cars from pre-war to modern classics, some may be restored and all will be enjoyed!


Who can buy the club cars when they're up for sale?

The clubs cars are, in effect, up for sale as soon as we buy them with a view to make a return for the club (and give members some benefits).  We will soon add the 'Cars for Sale' page and members will be given first refusal on any sale. They are open for public offers at all times.


Where are the cars stored?

Currently in the south of England.  As the collection grows, we intend to make this an accessible club around the UK and beyond so we will be working with a number of different storage partners. This will allow us to have regional centres around the UK and abroad.


I'd like to drive one of the cars, can I do that?

Yes, the club is not only about education and ownership, we want our members to be able to take the cars for a drive. We are currently working on the implementation of this, a great feature that will be launched soon. We will let you know when that is available.


Can I ask for particular cars for the club to buy?

As a valued member you can give your opinion and ideas and participate in polls for future growth. However, it is the club management that ultimately decides on the best deals at any given time. Our intention is to build the best possible collection that any collector will be envious of.


Who decides what cars the club buys?

The club management with its expert advisors will ultimately decide what cars to buy and sell. You can participate in polls and come to our webinars to share your ideas for future growth of the club garage .


When are the ‘Cars of the Month’ launched?

Every month, we will have a webinar where we disclose what car members will receive allocations in. The 'Car (or Cars) of the month will also be published on social media in conjunction with the webinar. Dates and times of webinars are always posted on the website calendar. Also, keep an eye on your newsletter and social media for dates and times.


How often does the club add new classic cars to its collection?

This will vary from month to month. It depends on the availability of cars we seek and, of course, the condition and cost of a car. We try to buy one new car every month but if we find a rare and expensive gem, it could be longer between acquisitions. 


Members benefits

What is a founding member?

We have a limited number of spaces for our Founding Members and if you choose to join us at the £79 per month level or above, you'll be part of a select group of people.  

You will get several unique benefits as a Founding Member, including additional allocations of ownership in club cars. You will also receivea special limited edition pin badge just for founding members,  a signed limited print of each new 'Car of the Month', which is specially commissioned by the club from young motoring artist, MorganGMakes.  

We will also be hosting Founding Member events throughout the year that only you can join.  It is a great community and we'd love to have you a part of it all!

We invite Founding Members to take part of the development of the club and its offering at this early stage.


Why should I join époque?

If you love classic cars or are interested in classic cars as an investment class, then you should join us!  We will give you webinars with industry experts, events for members, discounts for other car shows and from our partners, attend meets, and best of all, we'll be organising member events where you can actually drive the cars!  It'll be a great community where you can enjoy all the benefits of ownership of a classic car without all the hassle!


Can I drive the cars?

Yes!  We're working on creating exclusive founding and member events as well as going to partner events and meets around the country during the year.  At our members events you'll be able to book in to enjoy driving the cars!

We are also finalising an offer where our members actually can come and take the cars for a drive as we believe that classic cars should be driven and enjoyed.


Can I sell my own classic car on the 'Car for Sale' page?

Yes, as a member you can add your own vehicle for sale at no cost via your profile.  We will be adding this feature very soon. Just login to your account and under 'my profile' select the 'sell my car' and follow the online instructions.  You'll get notifications of any interest so your email and personal details are protected at all times. Perhaps the club would like to buy your car?


Member events

How do I know about upcoming events?

Our event calendar in the menu at the top has a list of all the upcoming events and webinars. Some will be members only, some founding members only and others we will have as open public events.  Follow the link in the calendar to sign up to the events and webinars. As a member, you will get a notification ahead of each event so keep an eye out for those emails.

Make sure to also follow us on social media as we will publish all events there, as well.


What are webinars about?

You've no doubt heard of podcasts, well this is just an onscreen version and we'll do webinars most weeks which will be mostly for members and some public.  Each webinar will have a different topic and will help you get more from your membership or be with guest speakers or car care topics.  If you've got an idea for a webinar topic you'd like to see, drop us an email to support@epoque.club and let us know.


How often will the member events be run?

As we build up the collection and membership numbers, we will be providing a number of events around the country to go and see the cars at classic shows and driving events which will be limited in number, make sure you're signed up to the newsletter for latest news


What are some examples of special events or benefits that come with being a member of the club?

These will vary from classic car shows, VIP events, drive days and more.  We will build up the event calendar which will have a variety of events, meets and webinars for you to be a part of and enjoy

 


Can members actually drive the classic cars in the collection at special events?

Yes!  We'll be organising special events throughout the year at locations around the UK for members to come and enjoy


Trading and getting shares in the cars

How do I get my money out from shares in the Cars of the Month I own?

You can 'sell' your shares and request your money and It'll be deposited in your cash wallet on the system and from there you can withdraw that cash to your bank on a Thursday/Friday if requested by the Friday of the previous week


Is this an investment club?

No - you're a member of a club who invests in cars and you'll benefit from being given  shares in each of the 'Car (or Cars) of the Month' - it’s a subtle difference but important distinction.


What is a share of the Car of the Month?

The club launches a Car (or Cars) of the Month and you, as members, you will be given shares in each car to grow your garage.


Will members benefit financially when a car they own shares in is sold by the club?

Yes!  Based on the number of shares you own, you'll get the value


I want to have more shares in a particular car, can I do that?

Yes - if other members want to sell them to you!  You'll be given shares in each Car of the Month and you can also trade shares, buy and sell, with other members if they want.  You can add money to you 'cash wallet' in your account to buy those shares


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