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Terms & Conditions

Sadly in this day and age it is a necessity for Classic Car Garage (as all companies), to set out its "Terms and Conditions" of trade, as detailed below.

Please appreciate that we will do all in our power to accommodate specific requests, but in the final analysis the hirer agrees to these conditions on signing the hire agreement. There will be no variation to these terms unless that variation is approved, in writing, by a Company Director.

 

Definitions

Hirer
The person with whom the agreement to hire has been made.
Driver
The person or persons entitled and insured to drive the hire vehicle and whom is solely responsible for the care and usage of the vehicle on hire.
CCG
Classic Car Garage or any of its appointed representatives.
Vehicle
Any vehicle supplied for hire by Classic Car Garage.
Our/We
CCG.
Classic car
Only cars featured on the Classic car Website page.
Supercar
Only cars featured on the Supercar Website page
Hire Agreement
The contract set out between the Hirer and CCG.
Hire/Hire Period
The time agreed by CCG during which the Vehicle is authorized for use by CCG and hence covered by Our insurance. The details of which will appear in the Hire Agreement.
Vehicle Pack
All necessary paperwork in a pack specific to each car. Please familiarize all authorized Drivers with it's contents and details before driving the Vehicle.
 

Use of Vehicle and Hire Period

  1. The Vehicle for hire is supplied by CCG for social, domestic and pleasure use and may be used by prior agreement for the purposes of carrying out the Hirer's work.
  2. All Drivers are subject to the approval of the Insurance company.
  3. Vehicles are available for Hire for a minimum of 1 day and a maximum of 30 days.
  4. The Vehicle is not permitted to be used for any sport, racing, competition, pace-making, towing, driving tuition, hiring to any third party or any other use for which they are not designed without prior written approval from a CCG director.
  5. Vehicle seating design capacity must be strictly adhered to i.e. a car stipulated to carry 2 people must carry a maximum of TWO persons etc.
  6. A Vehicle inspection sheet will be completed in the presence of and signed by the Hirer, prior to the Hire commencement, in order to identify any damage occurring whilst the Vehicle is in the charge of the Hirer.
  7. The Vehicle must not be taken out of Great Britain unless agreed at least two weeks prior to the hire period commencement date and written approval of such must be agreed by a director of CCG (and their insurer).
  8. The Vehicle must not be used to carry pets or animals and smoking in the Vehicle is strictly prohibited.
  9. Whilst the Vehicle will be supplied in a safe and roadworthy condition, under no circumstances should the Vehicle continue to be used if the situation arises where it becomes unsafe or illegal to use, in a changed condition (ie following any accident or unforeseeable failure).
  10. The Vehicle will be supplied in a clean and tidy condition. The Vehicle must be retuned in the same condition. A charge may be made for any Vehicle returned to CCG in excessively dirty condition.
  11. The Vehicle will be supplied with a full tank of the correct fuel. The Vehicle must be returned with a full tank of the correct fuel. A £5 surcharge will be made in addition to the cost of fuel for Vehicles returned less than full of fuel.
  12. Our standard hire period is from 09:00 on the first day of hire to 19:00 on the final day of hire for Classic cars. Supercars specific start and end times will be agreed for each "8 hour", "24 hour", "long weekend" and "7 day" hire period and detailed on the Hire Agreement.
  13. Vehicles returned after the agreed return time for the Hire Period, will incur a minimum of an additional half-day hire charge. Failure to contact the Lessor within 2 hours of the final hire will result in the withdrawal of Insurance cover.
  14. Hirers wishing to extend the hire term may do so subject to confirming availability with CCG more than half a day before current Hire expires. Additionally the maximum Hire period must not be exceeded.
 

Driver(s), Identification and Restrictions

  1. Generally, the Driver(s) must be aged between 30 years and 65 years old. It may be possible to gain insurance for people over the age of 25 for certain Vehicles, though this cannot be guaranteed. Please enquire. An additional charge may be applied for specific Vehicle/age combinations.
  2. All CCG Hire Vehicles are insured fully comprehensively for the Hirer. An additional Driver(s) may be added to the insurance policy subject to them meeting all the requirements set out for the Hirer (above and below) with regard to age, time holding a full driving licence etc.
  3. Any prospective Driver must have held a Full driving licence for a minimum of 5 years and, in the case of a UK licence, have a maximum of six penalty points against them. Those previously banned from driving as a result of Drink Driving, Drug Abuse or Reckless or Dangerous driving, will not be permitted to hire from CCG. All Hire is subject to confirmation of endorsements and is at the sole discretion of CCG.
  4. For the purposes of identification the Hirer must provide, prior to commencement of hire, the following original proof of ID to CCG's representative:
    1. Driving Licence (both parts in the case of a two part licence)
    2. Passport
    3. Two recent (less than 3 months old) utility bills
    Any additional driver of the vehicle must provide originals to photocopy of:
    1. Driving Licence (both parts in the case of a two part licence).
    2. Passport
  5. By signing the Hire Agreement you consent to having a photographs taken of all drivers (and passengers if you wish), for identification purposes in Our records. A copy of this photograph will be offered to you free of charge on completion of the hire.
  6. By signing the Hire Agreement you consent to CCG carrying out any check it deems appropriate to confirm details as supplied to CCG, by the Hirer, with the DVLA, Police, credit reference agency or other any agency in order to verify your identification.
  7. Generally person over 6' 3" tall and /or over 18 stone, will be unable to Hire vehicles from CCG. Further Driver height and weight restrictions may apply to the Hirer, which is vehicle specific, in order for CCG to ensure the Driver is able to safely control the Vehicle at all times, as well as for their own comfort. CCG reserves the right to refuse hire of the Vehicle at any point up to and including the commencement of hire, if We believe the Hirer likely to be unable to control the Vehicle safely at any time.
  8. Any prospective Hirer who has had motor insurance refused in the past or has had more that one accident in the past three years, will not be permitted to Hire a Vehicle belonging to CCG.
  9. Some CCG hire Vehicles may require a brief session of supervised tuition in order to acquaint the Driver(s) with the peculiarities of individual Vehicles. CCG reserves the right to refuse hire of the Vehicle at any point up to and including the commencement of hire, if We believe the Hirer is unable to control the Vehicle safely at all times.
  10. All prospective Vehicle Drivers must notify CCG of any physical or mental impairment which could affect the their ability to drive and/or control the Vehicle safely at all times.
  11. If at any time during the Hire the Driver becomes unfit to drive the Vehicle, the Hirer must contact CCG in order to ascertain the safest method of returning the Vehicle, Hirer and passengers. Under no circumstances should either a Driver that is unfit or an unauthorized (insured) driver attempt to continue using the Hire Vehicle.
 

Booking and Cancellations

  1. A deposit of 25% of the overall hire charge will be made on booking of the Vehicle for Hire. The Hire is not deemed to be booked until confirmation is sent by CCG to the Hirer. This deposit is non refundable once within six weeks of the proposed Hire commencement. However CCG may, at Our discretion, offer a voucher redeemable against future Hires.
  2. Bookings will be confirmed by CCG to the Hirer on clearance of funds.
  3. Full payment for the Hire must be made two weeks (or more) prior to the proposed Hire start date.
  4. Cancellations will incur the following charges:
    1. Six or more weeks prior to Hire Commencement: Full refund will be given
    2. Four to six weeks prior to Hire Commencement: 75% refund of total Hire charge
    3. Two to four weeks prior to Hire Commencement: 50% refund of total Hire charge
    4. Less than two weeks prior to Hire Commencement: No refund will be given (discretionary)
    CCG reserves the right to offer, at Our discretion, vouchers redeemable against Vehicle hire from CCG, at a future date, if cancellation is made between two and four weeks prior to the proposed Hire period.
  5. The Hirer may not sell the booking once made without the written permission of CCG.
  6. CCG reserves the right to cancel Hire bookings up to and including the proposed commencement of the Hire, if We solely believes that the safety of the Hirer may be at risk for any reason eg Bad weather conditions, damage sustained to Hire Vehicle etc. In such circumstances all efforts will be made to offer an alternative vehicle or date or a full refund of the monies paid to CCG by the Hirer.
 

Excess & Security Bond

  1. The Hirer is required to pay a refundable bond equating to one weeks rental for the proposed Hire Vehicle at the commencement of Hire period. This amount may be paid by cash or credit/debit card only. CCG reserves the right to vary this charge, subject to notification.
  2. The bond may be used to:
    1. Fill the Vehicle with fuel if it is not returned with a full tank of the correct fuel with an additional £10 surcharge.
    2. Pay any penalties, fines or charges imposed on CCG by law arising from the illegal or inappropriate use of the Vehicle whilst on Hire.
    3. To drain and refill any incorrect fuel put in the Vehicle by the Hirer and to cover the costs of any repairs required as a direct result of filling the Vehicle with the incorrect fuel.
    4. Any insurance excess against any accidental damage caused to the vehicle caused by the hirer or a third party whilst in the charge of the Hirer.
    5. Any mechanical damage caused to the Vehicle which is not covered by the insurance and occurs as a result of misuse, neglect and acts of deliberate vandalism caused by the Hirer or any third party.
    6. Any additional charge such as extra mileage covered during the Hire period.
    7. Any charges for late return of the Hired Vehicle.
    8. Cover the cost of replacement of additional items supplied by CCG including, but not limited to, items such as picnic hampers, keys, maps and guides etc. lost or damaged whilst in the care of the Hirer.
    9. Cover the cost of any Vehicle recovery required when caused by the misuse of the Vehicle on Hire which prevents it from being received by CCG at the agreed collection point.
    10. Any reasonable legal costs which are incurred by CCG as a result of negligence, misuse or willful damage caused by the Hirer/Driver(s) of the Hire Vehicle and the recovery of any monies owed to CCG by the Hirer.
    In all the above circumstances the whole of the security bond will be utilized until the reparation work has been completed, at which time the remaining balance will be returned to the Hirer as soon as possible.
 

Breakdown Cover

  1. All our Vehicles are maintained to the highest standards, however, some of them are up to 65 years old and therefore the occasional breakdown is possible. If the Hire Vehicle develops a problem:
    1. In the first instance please contact CCG and we will endeavour to get you back on the road as soon as possible. In the unlikely event that the Vehicle is unable to be repaired for the Hirers continued use (ie within 2 hours of the Hirer reporting the breakdown), CCG will attempt offer a substitute Vehicle where possible or a refund of the days hire.
    2. Breakdown Cover is included with all Hire Vehicles and details are contained within the pack in the Vehicle. Please use this if necessary after attempting to contact CCG. A message MUST be left if the Hirer is unable to contact a representative of CCG.
 

Liability

  1. On signing the Hire Agreement with CCG, you are agreeing that CCG can accept NO liability for consequential loss, howsoever caused.
  2. Whilst in the charge of the Hirer, The security of the Vehicle is wholly the responsibility of the Hirer/Driver. Therefore the Hirer must ensure that all step are taken to maintain the condition and safety of the Vehicle by, but not limited to, careful driving, leaving the Vehicle in a secure condition at all times, showing consideration to where the Vehicle is parked and not leaving valuables in view, in an unattended Vehicle.
 

Availability

  1. Whilst every effort is made by CCG to supply the car booked for Hire, on occasion this may be impossible due to events outside Our control. In the event that CCG are unable to provide the Vehicle requested an alternative Vehicle or date will be offered or a full refund of fees paid will be made.
 

Delivery

  1. Delivery of CCG cars to a pre agreed address is Our standard method of meeting the Hirer for the commencement of Hire. All addresses within a 10 mile radius of Northallerton town center will be included for free delivery of the Hire Vehicle for Classic Cars only. Quotes for delivery of Supercars are on an adhoc basis. Where applicable, Hires attracting a delivery charge will be priced in the order of £1.00/mile (loaded).
  2. Please confirm where the car is to be delivered to at least one week prior to the Hire taking place. All efforts will be made to accommodate the Hirers requirements at shorter notice, if necessary.
 

Miscellaneous

  1. By signing the hire agreement you consent to CCG holding your details on record for Our use in apprising, where appropriate, the Hirer of our other offers and services.
  2. Decision relating to canceling of the Hire due to unforeseen circumstances, is solely at the discretion of CCG and no consequential loss claims will be accepted. Alternative arrangements or a full refund will be offer along with the maximum notification period We are able to offer.
  3. All Vehicles are offered subject to availability and are subject to change without prior notice.
  4. By making a booking either verbally, in writing or by e-mail, the Hirer agrees to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
  5. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, these Terms and Conditions, set out herein, will be governed by English Law.
  6. CCG reserves the right to refuse Vehicle Hire to any person, without prejudice, for any reason.
  7. If Our insurance is invalidated due to the details given to us being incorrect or by negligence on the part of the Hirer, our insurance will hold the Hirer personally responsible for any losses incurred and the Hirer agrees to indemnify CCG accordingly.
  8. CCG includes a daily mileage allowance of 150 miles for Classic cars only. Additional mileage may be charged at £0.75/mile.
  9. The Hirer takes full responsibility for their own possessions whilst using the Hire Vehicle and no liability will be accepted by CCG for losses incurred by the Hirer as a result of criminal activity or any other scenario outside Our control.
  10. Any CCG gift voucher or promotional offers are valid for 12 months from the day of issue.
  11. The Hirer may request and independent professional assessment of damage caused by them to the Vehicle for the purposes of repair costs, if in dispute.
  12. In the event of and Accident, the Driver of the Hire Vehicle should follow the procedure as detailed in the Vehicle Pack.