SMS Terms & Conditions
Kunes GM of Belivdere, Inc, dba: Kunes GMC of Belvidere
Last Updated: May 2026
These SMS Terms & Conditions ("SMS Terms") govern the use of text messaging services provided by Kunes GMC of Belvidere ("we," "us," or "our") and constitute a binding agreement between us and the user. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the SMS program at any time, with or without notice.  For the absence of doubt, by opting in and using this service you agree that SMS/text messages are outside the scope of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (“TCPA”) (47 USC 227). 
1. Program Description
By opting in, you agree to receive SMS/text messages from Kunes GMC of Belvidere. These messages may include, without limitation:
Appointment reminders and confirmations
Service updates and notifications
Customer support responses
Promotional offers, marketing communications, and dealership updates
Message frequency varies and is not guaranteed to be limited to any set number per day, week, or month.
2. Opt-In / Consent
By providing your mobile number and opting in, you expressly consent to receive SMS/text messages from Kunes GMC of Belvidere, which may be sent using automated technology (e.g., dialing technology, prerecorded messages, or other automated means), even if your number is listed on a do-not-call registry. Your consent applies to the mobile number provided and any future mobile number you may use to contact us.
Consent is not a condition of purchase.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, Kunes GMC of Belvidere SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO RECEIVE OUR SMS SERVICES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES RESULTING FROM DELAYED, UNDELIVERED, OR MISDIRECTED MESSAGES. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING UNDER THESE SMS TERMS SHALL NOT EXCEED FIFTY U.S. DOLLARS (US$50.00).
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES: THE SMS SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SMS SERVICES WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS. WE MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS REGARDING THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED VIA SMS.
3. Opt-Out Instructions
You may opt out at any time by replying:
STOP to cancel
HELP for assistance
You may receive a final confirmation message after opting out.
4. Message & Data Rates
Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan. You are solely responsible for all charges imposed by your carrier in connection with receiving SMS messages from us.
5. Mobile Data Sharing Policy
Mobile information, including phone numbers and consent status, will not be shared with unaffiliated third parties for their own independent marketing or promotional purposes, except as described herein or as required by law.
This includes phone numbers, consent status, and messaging data.
Information may be shared with: (a) service providers and vendors who assist in delivering SMS messages or related services on our behalf; (b) our affiliates and subsidiaries; (c) any successor or acquirer in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets; and (d) governmental authorities or third parties as required by applicable law, regulation, or legal process.
6. Carrier Disclaimer
Wireless carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. Kunes GMC of Belvidere is likewise not responsible for any delays, failures, or errors in the transmission of SMS messages caused by your carrier, network conditions, device settings, or other factors outside our reasonable control.
INDEMNIFICATION: You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Kunes GMC of Belvidereand its officers, directors, employees, agents, and successors from and against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to: (a) your breach of these SMS Terms; (b) your misuse of the SMS services; or (c) your violation of any applicable law or third-party rights.
7. Supported Carriers
SMS services may not be available on all carriers or devices.
8. Related Policies
Privacy Statement: kunesbelvideregmc.com/kunes-privacy-policy
Terms:  kunesbelvideregmc.com/terms
9. Contact Information
Kunes GMC of Belvidere
1855 N. State St, Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-3406
10. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to update, modify, or replace these SMS Terms at any time in our sole discretion. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised or updated effective date. Your continued receipt of SMS messages following any modification constitutes your acceptance of the updated SMS Terms. If you do not agree to the updated terms, your sole remedy is to opt out of the SMS program.  To the extent you have used any of our other services and our Master Service Agreement (“MSA”) or Data Processing Agreement (“DPA”) apply, those agreements are binding and controlling over these Terms & Conditions.
11. Governing Law; Dispute Resolution. These SMS Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Wisconsin, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these SMS Terms or the SMS services shall be resolved by binding individual arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association under its Consumer Arbitration Rules. YOU HEREBY WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT OR CLASS-WIDE ARBITRATION. Nothing herein shall prevent either party from seeking injunctive or other equitable relief in a court of competent jurisdiction.