Has anyone taken the plunge and made a purchase from Kiltybane Logistics in Belfast?

[WanderlustGuru]

Gonna be honest, this one’s got me a bit sceptical.

Seen Kiltybane Logistics advertising a 2022 VW T-Roc R-Line on eBay and it’s way under what similar ones are going for. Almost too good to be true, delivery takes about a week or so, and you get a 14-day window to check the car before fully accepting it. Also mentioned the payment sits in a segregated business account until you confirm you’re happy.

But… they only accept bank transfer.

I don’t know, just doesn’t sit right with me. Has anyone here actually gone through with a purchase from Kiltybane Logistics, or is this one of those setups that looks legit on the surface?

[heralder]

I’m based not far from Belfast and Kiltybane Logistics have definitely been around a good while doing transport work. You see their lorries about, so they’re not some pop-up company.

[WanderlustGuru]

That helps, but companies can still branch into dodgy territory. What bothers me is full payment upfront no deposit, no card option, nothing.

[stevenkeyte]

I actually completed a purchase with them it was a 2022 Mercedes A200 AMG Line and I had exactly the same concerns about sending a transfer.

Kiltybane Logistics sent over the payment invoice, v5, and confirmation the funds go into a segregated client account. The money doesn’t get released to their sales division until you confirm acceptance within 14 days.

I had it inspected within 48 hours. Everything checked out. Only then did I confirm I was keeping it.

[WanderlustGuru]

Did you consider flying over to Belfast first?

[stevenkeyte]

I did, but between flights, hotel and time off work, it wasn’t worth it. They said viewings are possible but by appointment and stock moves quickly.
I relied on the inspection period instead.

[diablos_carcv5]

I’m still not convinced, bank transfer is basically zero protection if something goes wrong. What’s stopping them from just ignoring you?

[rab60bit88]

Because if funds are genuinely in a segregated account, they can’t just “run off” with it. If they were trying to scam people, they wouldn’t be offering refunds within 14 days.

[WanderlustGuru]

Fair point. Still feels uncomfortable paying before seeing.

[WolfieBase]

Hi

That’s the reality of buying remotely though. I work in motor trade logistics and quite a few finance repos are sold like this now. If they’re giving you 14 days from delivery and it’s written on their website in plain sight, that’s stronger than a lot of small independent dealers.

[WanderlustGuru]

Alright… I’ve done something slightly mad. 

I reserved the VW T-Roc yesterday and transferred payment this morning. Heart was racing pressing confirm.

They’ve acknowledged receipt and said delivery is being arranged for next week... 8 days

If this goes wrong, feel free to say “told you so.”
 

[WolfieBase]

Relax! I bought a 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid from them everything was handled properly. It's still drive like a baby 🙂

[WolfieBase]

Keep us updated, mate. Curious how this plays out.

[WanderlustGuru]

Update time... The T-roc arrived tonight around 6 pm. Transporter called about one hour before arrival. First reaction was relief! It’s booked in with my local garage tomorrow morning for a full inspection.

Happy to admit I might have judged too quickly.
 

[WolfieBase]

Fair play for coming back and updating.

Good to hear a company like Kiltybane Logistics actually sticking to their process.