Underwoods Garage (Tiptree) Limited

Reference number: 310845

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Authorised by the FCA

This firm is on the FCA register and authorised to carry out regulated activities.

Same company

This company holds another FCA record

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Identity

Check their details

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Also trades as 11 other names
  • Underwoods Colchester
  • Underwoods Kia
  • Underwoods Mazda
  • Underwoods Motor Grp
  • Underwoods Motoring
  • Underwoods of Clacton
  • Underwoods of Colchester
  • Underwoods of Tiptree
  • Underwoods Skoda
  • Underwoods Sudbury (Skoda)
  • Underwoods Sudbury (Vauxhall)

Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
01590739
Company status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
12 October 1981 (44 years old)
Registered office
Matches the FCA register address ✓
Nature of business
  • Sale of new cars and light motor vehicles (SIC 45111)
  • Sale of used cars and light motor vehicles (SIC 45112)
  • Maintenance and repair of motor vehicles (SIC 45200)
  • Retail trade of motor vehicle parts and accessories (SIC 45320)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Carolyn Ann O'Keeffe Director Oct 1959 Not published
Gerald Wiggins Director Oct 1952 Not published
Gerald Wiggins Secretary Not published 18 Mar 1994

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Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • Give regulated advice FSCS may apply
    A claim for unsuitable advice is itself FSCS-protected, up to the limit that applies to the product you were advised on.
  • Manage or trade investments FSCS may apply
    Eligible investment and pension claims are typically FSCS-protected up to £85,000 per person, depending on the product and your circumstances.
  • Sell or arrange insurance FSCS may apply
    Eligible insurance claims may be FSCS-protected, often 90%, or 100% for compulsory or long-term cover.
  • Lend or arrange credit No FSCS cover
    Consumer credit is not covered by the FSCS, so there is no compensation scheme if the firm fails.

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  • Advising on investments (except on Pension Transfers and Pension Opt Outs)
  • Advising on P2P agreements
  • Arranging (bringing about) deals in investments
  • Assisting in the administration and performance of a contract of insurance
  • Credit Broking
  • Dealing in investments as agent
  • Debt Adjusting
  • Debt-counselling
  • Making arrangements with a view to transactions in investments

Complaints: You can refer a complaint about this firm to the Financial Ombudsman Service for free, whichever activity it relates to.

Track record

FCA actions and complaints

No FCA disciplinary action, and no complaints recorded with the Ombudsman.

Names it no longer trades under

This firm has retired 7 trading names. If you were contacted under one of these, the name did belong to this firm, but check the current details above before going ahead.

Show the retired names
  • Underwoods Chrysler
  • Underwoods Clacton Skoda
  • Underwoods Colchester (Peugeot)
  • Underwoods Ford
  • Underwoods of Mersea
  • Underwoods Renault
  • Underwoods Sudbury (Peugeot)

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is Underwoods Garage (Tiptree) Limited FCA authorised?
Yes, Underwoods Garage (Tiptree) Limited (FRN 310845) is authorised by the FCA to carry out regulated activities.
Is my money safe with Underwoods Garage (Tiptree)?
It depends on the product, but eligible claims may be protected by the FSCS. You can also refer complaints about Underwoods Garage (Tiptree) to the Financial Ombudsman Service, free of charge.
Is Underwoods Garage (Tiptree) a scam or clone?
Underwoods Garage (Tiptree) is a genuine FCA-listed firm. However, scammers sometimes clone authorised firms. Always check that the contact details you were given match those on the FCA register before sending money or sharing information.
What is Underwoods Garage (Tiptree)'s Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
Underwoods Garage (Tiptree)'s FRN is 310845. You can verify it on the FCA register.