General Questions

Restoring old pedalcars

Returned Goods

If something is wrong with an order you placed with UK Pedal Car Company, we certainly want to help you. Please read the information below for more on how to proceed.

We'll pay the return shipping cost if the return is a result of our error. Please note that we are unable to exchange items, however, if you received a damaged, defective, or incorrect item, we'll ask you to indicate the number of items you're returning, the reason for return, and where you would like a replacement item sent.

General Questions

Q1) Are they suitable for children to ride in?

A1) Yes, they're certified to be child safety approved, and they're made of the same gauge steel as the original cars, they're not fragile, they'll last for years.

Q2) How are they shipped and what does shipping cost?

A2) We ship by Business-post in the UK and Fed Ex for the rest of the world. UK deliveries are free, and we can normally drop ship anywhere in Europe for £25, please see our shipping information.

Q3) Are these accurate reproductions of the original pedal cars?

A3) They are very close; the same in size, but some variations were necessary in order to meet today's more stringent safety standards.

Q4) Is there any assembly required?

A4) On some cars there is, none on the Comet Cars, almost none on the Model "T", Classic 55, Sad faced Fire engine, ½ an hour for the jalopies about l hour on the planes, and 1 hour for the race car.

Restoring old pedalcars

R1) Do you have parts for retro cars?

A1) No, but we do have spare parts for a pedal cars you have bought from us. See question G5

R2) I've got this old pedalcar and I want to restore it, how do I start?

A2) Step one is to identify it, see if it looks like any or our cars. Most of the cars shown there were made in several different variations, such as fire truck, taxi, Austin J-40 etc. Your car may not be exactly like one shown, but if it looks like the body shape is right, the parts are probably compatible. If you don't see anything that looks right, you can send us a picture and we'll try to identify it for you. Once you know what it is, you can decide how much time and money you want to put into restoring it. If it is going to be used as a child's toy, you would do a different class of restoration than if you were going to keep it as a collectible or sell it. Knowing what it would be worth after restoring it will affect that decision.

R3) Are there things I should look for on a pedalcar?

A3) Yes, check to see if the body is metal or plastic, metal bodied cars are generally easier to restore and worth more money. Also check to see if it has hubcaps on it and whether they're metal or plastic. If they're plastic, check to see if there are 3 spinner bars, if so your car is an AMF. If they're metal, see if there is a logo stamped in them, if it's an M in a circle, your car is a Murray. Murray and AMF cars are two of the more commonly found pedal cars around. Look for decals with model numbers or names or logos. See if the car has two or four headlights. Is there a design stamped into the steering wheel?

R4) What's my car worth?

A4) There is a very wide variation in the value of pedalcars, some can sell for more than £10,000, and some can be found at car boots markets for £15. Naturally, the condition matters a lot, a car with heavy rust may not be worth restoring. AMF cars tend to be on the lower end of the price scale with cars generally selling for £50 to £300. Murrays will go from £200 to £2,000. A car with the Steelcraft name on it always brings a premium; they are regarded as premium quality in design and construction, and are more rare. If you have a Austin J-40 the cars can sell from anything between £300 an £2,000 depending on the condition of the car, the leather and how well it may have been restored.

R5) Would my car be worth more if I left it unrestored?

A5) Only if it was in exceptionally nice condition. If it has any rust, or dents, or poor paint, it will be worth more restored. The exception to this is a car that has historical or unique design value, such as a pre-war tandem car or a one of a kind car.

R6) Are there reference books you recommend?

A) Yes, for general information about pedalcars, CHASING THE KIDILLAC by Garton is very good reading. For identifying various models by reviewing manufacturers literature, the 5 book series EVOLUTION OF THE PEDAL CAR has become the standard reference among pedalcar hobbyists. For "how to" shop hints I suggest PEDAL CAR RESTORATION AND PRICE GUIDE by Gurka. You can find these books on www.amazon.com

R7) Do you know where I can find similar products?

The quick answer is yes. We constantly scour the world for the best quality pedal products and can often track down the pedal car you are looking for as long as it is in production. If you would like us to do this for you please contact us either on email customerservices@ukpedalcarcompany.com or call us +44 1225 777111.

Returned Goods

If something is wrong with an order you placed with UK Pedal Car Company, we certainly want to help you. Please read the information below for more on how to proceed.

We'll pay the return shipping cost if the return is a result of our error. Please note that we are unable to exchange items, however, if you received a damaged, defective, or incorrect item, we'll ask you to indicate the number of items you're returning, the reason for return, and where you would like a replacement item sent.

G1) Did you receive a damaged or defective item?

A1) Please contact us on customerservices@ukpedalcarcompany.com or telephone +44 1225 777111, repack the item in the original packaging (we are unable to collect items that have not been correctly repackaged), provide us with the reason for return, and where you would like the replacement item sent.

G2) Are you missing an item?

G2) Please contact us on customerservices@ukpedalcarcompany.com or telephone +44 1225 777111, we will be happy to replace the missing item within 14 working days If we cannot replace the missing item we will happily send you out a whole replacement.

G3) Did you receive the wrong item?

A3) Please contact us on customerservices@ukpedalcarcompany.com or telephone +44 1225 777111 stating what item you received, repack the item in the original packaging (we are unable to collect items that have not been correctly repackaged) and we will send out the correct item within 7 working days and collect the wrong one at the same time.

G4) Wondering where your order is?

A4) If you have not yet received your order at all and think that you should have by now, please go to www.business-post.com and enter the tracking number you received on your confirming email, alternatively contact us on customerservice@ukpedalcarcompany.com or telephone +44 1225 777111 and we will happily contact you when the pedal car or plane is located.

G5) Can I get spare parts for a pedal car I have bought from you?

A5) We hold stock of new spare parts for your pedal car or plane that are ordered through ourselves and can normally arrange delivery within 14 working days. Contact us by telephone or email with details of the required parts and we will be happy to send you the part.

G6) When will my replacement arrive?

A6) Normally we will dispatch a replacement within 7 working days providing the item is in stock. If the item is not in stock we will endeavour to get a replacement to you as soon as possible.
Customer Services Support Line

Telephone +44 (0)1225 777 111
Email customerservices@ukpedalcarcompany.com

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