Call on 01304 366666 | Press 1 for tyres/wheels, 2 for parts, 3 for salvage vehicles, 4 for eBay sales

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FAQs

What does Cat N or Cat S vehicle mean?

A Cat N vehicle (non Structural) is an accident damaged vehicle that has sustained light or cosmetic damage but can still be repaired.

A Cat S vehicle (Structural) is an accident damaged vehicle that has sustained structural damage but can also still be repaired.

A Cat B vehicle is an accident damaged vehicle that cannot be returned to the road and must be stripped down for parts.

Can I scrap my car with you?

As we are a registered ATF, we can scrap your vehicle with full compliance.

Do you stock part worn (or green) tyres?

We do hold some part worn tyres but stocks are always pressed. Please call for current availability.

What do OSF, OSR, NSF and NSR mean?

These are abbreviations for the terms used to reference the corners of a vehicle.

  • NSF (Near Side Front) is the front corner nearest to the curb.
  • OSF (Off Side Front) would be the front corner away from the curb.
  • NSR (Near Side Rear) is the rear corner nearest to the curb.
  • OSR (Off Side Rear) is the rear corner away from the curb.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept the following methods of payment – Mastercard, Visa, Visa Debit and PayPal.

How do I know my order has been placed successfully?

We will send you an acknowledgement email on successful completion of an order on the site. This email will detail the order that you have placed and will give you an order reference number. We would advise you to keep this email safely as you will need your order reference number for any further queries which you may have. Failure to provide us with an order reference number on request will result in a delay with your enquiry. Once your order has been accepted and dispatched to you we will send you a confirmation email.

I did not receive a confirmation email

Please contact us if you do not receive an acknowledgement email and we will make sure it is not a problem with our system. Acknowledgement emails are generated and sent automatically once an order has been successfully completed. You may need to check your mailbox as it may be treating our emails as spam or junk mail and you should check your spam or junk mail folders to make sure they have not gone directly to this location. You may also need to ensure that all of the details entered are correct, please pay particular attention to your payment card details, email address and delivery addresses.

How long will my order take to be processed?

We endeavour to process orders as quickly as possible as we know how exciting it is to get your order promptly, however please allow 24 – 72 working hours as a guide.

Ellens Road, Walmer,
Deal, Kent CT14 9JJ

e: sales@diymotorist.co.uk
p: 01304 366666
f: 01304 368740

When calling press 1 for wheels & tyres, 2 for parts and 3 for salvage vehicles.

About The DIY Motorist

We are a vehicle recycling centre and shop. Specialising in new and used parts for all modern cars, motorbikes, small vans and tyre supply and fitting.

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