The Terms and Conditions were last updated on December 3, 2025
1. Introduction
These Terms and conditions apply to this website and to the transactions related to our products and services. You may be bound by additional contracts related to your relationship with us or any products or services that you receive from us. If any provisions of the additional contracts conflict with any provisions of these Terms, the provisions of these additional contracts will control and prevail.
For clarity, RestorationHub is an online classified marketplace and service directory for vehicles, parts, and related automotive services. RestorationHub is not a dealership, broker, transport carrier, service provider, or agent for any user or Service Provider.
2. Binding
By registering with, accessing, or otherwise using this website, you hereby agree to be bound by these Terms and conditions set forth below. The mere use of this website implies the knowledge and acceptance of these Terms and conditions. In some particular cases, we can also ask you to explicitly agree.
3. Electronic communication
By using this website or communicating with us by electronic means, you agree and acknowledge that we may communicate with you electronically on our website or by sending an email to you, and you agree that all agreements, notices, disclosures, and other communications that we provide to you electronically satisfy any legal requirement, including but not limited to the requirement that such communications should be in writing.
4. Intellectual property
We or our licensors own and control all of the copyright and other intellectual property rights in the website and the data, information, and other resources displayed by or accessible within the website.
4.1 All the rights are reserved
Unless specific content dictates otherwise, you are not granted a license or any other right under Copyright, Trademark, Patent, or other Intellectual Property Rights. This means that you will not use, copy, reproduce, perform, display, distribute, embed into any electronic medium, alter, reverse engineer, decompile, transfer, download, transmit, monetize, sell, market, or commercialize any resources on this website in any form, without our prior written permission, except and only insofar as otherwise stipulated in regulations of mandatory law (such as the right to quote).
You retain ownership of the content you submit or post. However, by posting or submitting any content, you grant RestorationHub a worldwide, irrevocable, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, store, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, display, and promote the content as necessary to operate the platform.
5. Newsletter
Notwithstanding the foregoing, you may forward our newsletter in electronic form to others who may be interested in visiting our website.
6. Third-party property
Our website may include hyperlinks or other references to other party’s websites. We do not monitor or review the content of other party’s websites which are linked to from this website. Products or services offered by other websites shall be subject to the applicable Terms and Conditions of those third parties. Opinions expressed or material appearing on those websites are not necessarily shared or endorsed by us.
We will not be responsible for any privacy practices or content of these sites. You bear all risks associated with the use of these websites and any related third-party services. We will not accept any responsibility for any loss or damage in whatever manner, however caused, resulting from your disclosure to third parties of personal information.
7. Responsible use
By visiting our website, you agree to use it only for the purposes intended and as permitted by these Terms, any additional contracts with us, and applicable laws, regulations, and generally accepted online practices and industry guidelines. You must not use our website or services to use, publish or distribute any material which consists of (or is linked to) malicious computer software; use data collected from our website for any direct marketing activity, or conduct any systematic or automated data collection activities on or in relation to our website.
Engaging in any activity that causes, or may cause, damage to the website or that interferes with the performance, availability, or accessibility of the website is strictly prohibited.
Users may not post or attempt to sell:
- Stolen vehicles or parts
- Vehicles without legal ownership or required documentation
- Items with tampered or altered VINs
- Illegal items or contraband
- Counterfeit parts
- Salvage vehicles without properly disclosing status
- Listings that intentionally mislead or defraud buyers
- Vehicles that violate local or federal laws for sale or transport
RestorationHub reserves the right to remove any prohibited listing and ban the user posting it.
RestorationHub does not verify or validate title documents, ownership history, VIN data, salvage status, odometer readings, or any legal documentation associated with vehicles or parts.
8. Registration
You may register for an account with our website. During this process, you may be required to choose a password. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of passwords and account information and agree not to share your passwords, account information, or secured access to our website or services with any other person. You must not allow any other person to use your account to access the website because you are responsible for all activities that occur through the use of your passwords or accounts. You must notify us immediately if you become aware of any disclosure of your password.
After account termination, you will not attempt to register a new account without our permission.
RestorationHub does not verify the identity, background, or legitimacy of any user, buyer, or seller. We do not confirm ownership, title status, VIN numbers, mechanical condition, or the accuracy of any description, photographs, or claims made in listings.
Users are solely responsible for independently verifying all information before purchasing, selling, or meeting another user.
RestorationHub is not responsible for fraudulent, misleading, inaccurate, illegal, incomplete, or deceptive listings or user conduct.
Users communicate, negotiate, and meet at their own risk. RestorationHub does not supervise or control the interactions, agreements, or conduct of buyers and sellers.
You are solely responsible for:
- Inspecting vehicles and parts before purchase.
- Verifying ownership and title.
- Negotiating terms of sale.
- Agreeing on payment methods.
- Arranging transportation, pickup, or delivery.
- Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
RestorationHub has no involvement in any of these activities.
9. No Liability for Transactions
RestorationHub is not liable for any aspect of transactions between users, including but not limited to:
- Payment disputes
- Deposits or down payments
- Fraudulent transactions
- Title issues
- Mechanical or safety defects
- Misrepresentation
- Undisclosed damage
- Failed meetups
- Loss, injury, or property damage
- Shipping or transportation issues
All transactions are strictly between buyers and sellers. If you choose to meet another user in person, you do so entirely at your own risk.
RestorationHub is not responsible for:
- Personal injury
- Theft
- Assault
- Property damage
- Accidents
- Loss resulting from in-person interactions
Users are encouraged to meet in well-lit, public locations and follow proper safety precautions.
You acknowledge that buying, selling, transporting, and restoring vehicles involves inherent risks. You voluntarily assume all risks associated with interacting with other users of the platform.
10. Service Providers Listed on RestorationHub
RestorationHub operates solely as an online listing and advertising platform that allows independent third-party businesses (“Service Providers”), including but not limited to shippers, mobile mechanics, upholsterers, painters, detailers, restoration specialists, and other automotive-related professionals, to create profiles and promote their services. RestorationHub is not a service provider, contractor, broker, transportation carrier, mechanic, insurer, or agent of any Service Provider.
All Service Providers listed on the Site are independent entities that operate separately from Restoration Hub. Any information provided by a Service Provider—including business details, licensing, insurance status, qualifications, pricing, or service descriptions—is submitted directly by the Service Provider and is not verified, guaranteed, or endorsed by Restoration Hub unless explicitly stated otherwise.
While RestorationHub may, at its discretion, perform limited verification checks or request documentation from Service Providers, any such checks are performed solely for platform integrity and should not be interpreted as a certification, approval, guarantee of quality, or assurance of safety, legality, or competence. Verification activities are limited and may not reflect the current status of a Service Provider.
Users are solely responsible for:
- Conducting their own due diligence
- Verifying licensing, insurance, credentials, and qualifications
- Evaluating the safety and suitability of any Service Provider
- Negotiating terms of service directly with the Service Provider
- Ensuring that any automotive work, transport, or restoration activities are performed safely and lawfully
RestorationHub does not:
- Supervise, control, or direct Service Providers
- Guarantee the accuracy or completeness of listings
- Guarantee performance, safety, or workmanship
- Provide insurance coverage
- Resolve disputes between users and Service Providers
By using the Services portion of the Site, you acknowledge and agree that any engagement, transaction, communication, or contract entered into with a Service Provider is strictly between you and the Service Provider, and that RestorationHub shall not be held liable for any loss, damage, injury, property damage, fraudulent behavior, misconduct, negligence, delays, transportation issues, incomplete work, workmanship defects, or disputes arising from or connected to services advertised on the platform.
11. Payment Disclaimer
RestorationHub does not process, store, or handle payments between users. All payments, including cash, bank transfers, apps, or deposits, are arranged solely between buyer and seller.
RestorationHub is not responsible for:
- Payment disputes
- Reversals or chargebacks
- Fraudulent payment behavior
- Loss of funds
- Failed transactions
Future payment features, such as escrow, will include separate terms when introduced.
12. Content posted by you
RestorationHub is a listing platform only.
We do not own, inspect, store, transport, broker, or sell any of the vehicles, parts, or items listed on the website. RestorationHub is not a dealership, auction house, or vehicle broker, and we are not a party to any transactions between buyers and sellers.
All listings are created and managed by users. RestorationHub does not guarantee the availability, condition, legality, ownership, title status, mileage accuracy, or authenticity of any items posted on the platform.
All content submitted by users, including descriptions, photos, videos, and vehicle information, must be truthful, accurate, and owned by the user posting the content.
By posting a listing, you agree that:
- You are the legal owner of the item or have full legal authority to sell it.
- You will not post stolen vehicles or parts.
- All details provided are honest and not intentionally misleading.
- You will update or remove the listing if the item is sold, withdrawn, or no longer available.
RestorationHub reserves the right to edit, remove, or disable any listing that violates our policies, at our sole discretion.
We may provide various open communication tools such as forums, message boards, reviews, and social features. While we reserve the right to monitor content, we are not obligated to do so and assume no responsibility for user-generated content.
13. Idea submission
Do not submit any ideas, inventions, works of authorship, or other information that can be considered your own intellectual property that you would like to present to us unless we have first signed an agreement regarding the intellectual property or a non-disclosure agreement. If you disclose it to us absent such written agreement, you grant to us a worldwide, irrevocable, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, store, adapt, publish, translate and distribute your content in any existing or future media.
14. Termination of use
We may, in our sole discretion, at any time modify or discontinue access to, temporarily or permanently, the website or any Service thereon. You agree that we will not be liable to you or any third party for any such modification, suspension or discontinuance.
RestorationHub may edit, remove, suspend, or disable any listing or user account at our sole discretion if we believe:
- It violates these Terms
- Contains misleading or harmful information
- Appears suspicious or fraudulent
- Poses safety concerns
- Infringes intellectual property
- Disrupts platform operation
We may do so without notice and without obligation to provide a reason.
15. Warranties and liability
Nothing in this section will limit or exclude any warranty implied by law that it would be unlawful to limit or exclude. This website and all content are provided “as is” and “as available” and may include inaccuracies or typographical errors.
We expressly disclaim all warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to accuracy, reliability, legality, availability, safety, merchantability, and fitness for a particular purpose.
A general no guarantee of accuracy clause is included here:
RestorationHub does not guarantee or verify the accuracy, completeness, legality, ownership, authenticity, or availability of any listing, item, service provider, or user-generated content.
Nothing on this website constitutes or is meant to constitute legal, financial, or professional advice.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not liable for any direct or indirect damages, including loss of profits, loss of data, property damage, personal injury, fraud by other users, or losses connected to your use of the platform.
Our maximum liability to you shall not exceed the total price you paid us, if any, for use of the website or services.
16. Privacy
To access our website and/or services, you may be required to provide certain information. You agree that any information you provide will always be accurate and up to date.
We protect your data according to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.
17. Accessibility
We are committed to making our website accessible. If you encounter accessibility issues, please notify us so we can attempt to resolve them.
18. Export restrictions / Legal compliance
Access to the website from territories where the content or use of the Services is illegal is prohibited. You may not use the website in violation of U.S. export laws.
19. Assignment
You may not assign, transfer, or sub-contract any rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent.
20. Breaches of these Terms and conditions
If you breach these Terms, we may take actions including suspending access, removing content, blocking IP addresses, or initiating legal proceedings.
21. Force majeure
We are not liable for delays or failures caused by events beyond our reasonable control.
22. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from all claims, liabilities, losses, and expenses related to your violation of these Terms, your use of the website, or interactions with other users.
23. Waiver
Failure to enforce any provision does not waive our right to enforce it later.
24. Language
These Terms are written in English and will be interpreted exclusively in English.
25. Updating of these Terms and conditions
We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of changes.
26. Choice of Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by U.S. law. Any disputes shall be subject to U.S. courts unless arbitration applies.
27. Binding Arbitration & Class Action Waiver
To the maximum extent permitted by law, you agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the website shall be resolved exclusively through binding arbitration on an individual basis.
You waive any right to participate in a class action, class arbitration, or representative proceeding against RestorationHub.
You also waive the right to a jury trial. Arbitration will be conducted by a recognized arbitration provider in accordance with its rules.
28. DMCA Copyright Policy
RestorationHub respects intellectual property rights and complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”).
1. Reporting Copyright Violations
If you believe your copyrighted work has been posted on RestorationHub without authorization, send a DMCA notice containing:
- Your full name and contact information
- Identification of the copyrighted work
- URL(s) where the infringing content appears
- A statement that you believe the use is unauthorized
- A statement affirming the accuracy of your claim
- Your physical or electronic signature
2. Removal of Content
Upon receiving a valid DMCA notice, we will:
- Remove or disable access to the content
- Notify the user who posted it
They may submit a counter-notification if they believe the removal was in error.
3. Repeat Infringers
RestorationHub may terminate user accounts that repeatedly violate copyright laws.
29. Contact information
This website is owned and operated by RestorationHub.
You may contact us regarding these Terms and Conditions through our contact page.