Lakes and Dales Classic Car Hire Terms and Conditions

Definitions

HIRER: The person or persons entitled to drive the vehicle.

OWNER: DTS Ltd t/a Lakes and Dales Classic Car Hire

DRIVERS: The person or persons entitled to drive the classic car hire vehicle: all drivers must be aged between 25 and 70 and must have held a full driving licence for 2 years. A clean driving licence must be produced prior to commencement of hire. One additional driver may be added for a nominal charge. We reserve the right to refuse to hire any vehicles at its own discretion.

Non UK drivers are subject to referral to the insurers.

Persons not entitled to drive:

i. Is under 25 or over 70 years of age (over 30 for Triumph Stag)
ii. Has been refused motor insurance
iii. Has any mental or physical defect of infirmity or suffers from fits, or major medical complaint
iv. Has been banned from driving by conviction or has penalty points imposed (minor endorsements accepted)

v. Persons involved in professional entertainment or professional sports persons; jockeys and persons connected with racing of any sort.
vi. Whilst driving, has been involved in more than one accident during the past 3 years

Insurance policy cover:

All classic car hire vehicles are insured on a fully comprehensive policy. The cars are also covered by a breakdown and recovery scheme. It is the responsibility of the Hirer to ensure that the car is locked and secure whilst unattended and any security device supplied/fitted is used.

Excess and securities bond:

The hirer must leave an open credit card voucher of £750. This is held as:
i. A security bond
ii. Payment towards mechanical damage not covered by the insurance e.g. tyres, wheels, clutch damaged during the hire period.
iii. Insurance excess against accidental damage or loss caused to the vehicle by a third party or the Hirer.
iv. Additional charges incurred during hire for petrol.

Bookings:

Bookings can be made by credit card (VISA or MASTERCARD only) or by cheque with guarantee card. Bookings will be confirmed upon clearance of funds.

Use of vehicle:

The vehicle can be used for social, domestic and pleasure purposes by any person permitted by the Owner to drive whilst the vehicle is let on hire. The policy does not cover use of hire vehicle for racing, pace making, reliability trials, competition, driving tuition or towing. The vehicle must not be taken out of the UK without written permission of the Owner.

Identification:

Domestic driving licence together with proof of residence such as a utility bill (gas, electricity, council tax) and photo ID if not included in driving licence. You also agree to your photograph being taken with the vehicle prior to hire commencing.

Choice of car

In the event of unavailability of a chosen car due to Accident, Mechanical or other problems beyond our control, The Owner will inform the Hirer and offer either and alternative car for the chosen date or an alternative date.

Cancellation charges:

i. 14 days or more prior to hire date: £50
ii. Less than 14 days prior to hire date: No refund on car hire

We will endeavour to offer alternative dates wherever possible.

Fuel:

The cars are supplied to the Hirer with a full tank of petrol. The Hirer shall return the vehicle with a full tank of petrol. The Hirer is responsible for using the correct type of fuel required for the vehicle. Failure to do any of the above will result in charges for fuel or repair to the vehicle.

No smoking and no pets:

In consideration of all our hirers we ask that you do not carry pets or smoke in the car. Failure to comply will incur charges for additional cleaning.

Materials supplied by owner

All keys, locks, hampers, tools, spare parts, maps and equipment supplied with the car are the property of the Owner and must be returned with the car at the end of the hire period. Failure to do so will result in charges for replacement items.

Personal property:

We are only responsible for loss or damage to personal property left in the vehicle if the loss or damage results from our negligence.

Customer vehicles and contents:

Any vehicle or personal property left on the premises is entirely at your own risk.

Hours of hire:

Single day hire is for any length of time between the hours of 09.00 and 20.00. Multiple days hire are between 09.00 on the first day and 20.00 on the last day. Failure to comply may result in additional hire charges based on the current published daily rate.

Gift vouchers:

Vouchers are valid for a period of twelve months from the date printed on the voucher. A voucher may be transferred to an alternative driver or to an alternative vehicle, but no refund may be claimed on unused vouchers.

Charges:

The Hirer shall reimburse to the Owner on demand

i. Any charges for fuel, damage or other miscellaneous charges shown in this agreement and booking form.
ii. The Owner costs, including reasonable legal fees incurred in collecting payments due from Hirer under this agreement
iii. Any fines, penalties, court costs or other expenses imposed on the owner by law arising from the use of the vehicle whilst on hire.
iv. Any recovery, towing or storage charges if the vehicle is stolen lost or damaged prior to its return by the Hirer or its recovery by the Owner.

Acceptance:

By making a booking whether in writing or by telephone, the customer agrees to these terms and conditions. The Hirer will be required to sign our Standard Rental Agreement before the hire commences. The Hirer agrees to accept the debit to his/her credit card account of the charges incurred under the agreement. All charges are subject to final audit.