Terms of Use

Effective Date: October 3, 2026

Welcome to althausauto.com (the “Website”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Website operated by Althaus Auto (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing, browsing, or using this Website, or by submitting information through our confidential inquiry form, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use this Website. These Terms work together with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer.

1. Website Purpose and Scope

This Website lets owners of established auto repair shops in Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne County contact Jan Althaus confidentially about a possible sale.

2. No Binding Offers or Professional Advice

No Contractual Offer

Content published on this Website, including descriptions of the type of shop Jan is interested in, does not constitute a formal commercial solicitation, a binding offer to purchase a business, a commercial brokerage listing, or a financing commitment. Any actual purchase requires a signed, definitive written agreement.

No Professional Consultation

The material on this Website is for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or corporate investment advice. You should consult your own qualified legal and accounting professionals before making decisions regarding your business’s legacy, finances, or sale.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this Website—including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, layout designs, and strategic operational copy—is the exclusive property of Althaus Auto and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and unfair competition laws. You are granted a limited, non-transferable, and revocable license to access the site for personal, non-commercial inquiry purposes only. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or modify any web content without our express prior written consent.

4. Acceptable Use and Submission Integrity

By using our digital contact form or emailing us directly, you agree:

• To provide accurate, truthful, and current information regarding your contact details and business operations.
• Not to misrepresent your identity, authority, or ownership status of any business facility.
• Not to use the site to transmit spam, malicious software, viruses, or any harmful code.
• Not to attempt unauthorized access to the website’s backend servers, secure web hosting accounts, or communication infrastructures.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

This Website and all content, materials, or forms provided herein are delivered on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis. We make no express or implied warranties, representations, or endorsements regarding the operation of the site or the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of its contents. To the fullest extent permissible by applicable Michigan and US federal law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

6. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Althaus Auto, its affiliates, or its principal be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with your use of this Website, your inability to access the site, or your reliance on any information provided on the platform. This applies whether based on contract, tort, strict liability, or otherwise, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

7. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Althaus Auto and its principal from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your unauthorized or illegal use of this Website.

8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and your use of the Website are governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of Michigan, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal action, suit, or proceeding arising out of these Terms must be instituted exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Oakland County, Michigan.

9. Modifications to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify, alter, or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Changes will become effective immediately upon being posted to the Website. Your continued use of the site following the posting of revisions constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

10. Contact Information