Frequently Asked Questions
Question | Can a preservationist purchase an appliance from you? |
Answer | Sorry but we do not sell current (in service model) fire appliances to private buyers. |
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Question | Can anyone buy a fire engine from Evems Ltd.? |
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The simple answer to this is NO! To purchase a vehicle from us you need to meet one of the following criteria.
We absolutely will NOT sell an appliance if you are looking to use a vehicle for any kind of hire and reward e.g. Fire Engine Limousine or for use as any kind of marketing gimmick. Vehicles sold by Evems Limited have a usable life and will only be sold to buyers who are able to meet or exceed the above criteria. |
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Question | Can I drive a fire engine on a car license? |
Answer | NO! Unless the vehicle has a GVW of under 7,500kg, you cannot drive an appliance on a car licence. |
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Question | Can you locate appliances for customers? |
Answer | We are happy to try and source machines for customers. |
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Question | Do fire engines need an MOT? |
Answer | Vehicles sold in the UK which are not supplied to Fire Authorities e.g. Industrial brigades etc. are not subject to the same DVLA exemptions and will therefore require an appropriate MOT. |
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Question | Do you accept part exchanges? |
Answer | Customers looking to part exchange a vehicle should provide a comprehensive report on the vehicle accompanied by a good range of photos to include shots of the vehicle from all sides with lockers up and down, crew cab area and in particular the pump bay. |