Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions

All rentals are subject to the full terms and conditions contained on the Rental Agreement

Rates

Rates are subject to change and availability. Rates featured are for guidance only; your rental rate will be confirmed and guaranteed at time of reservation

Rental Period

Rental days are based on 24 hour periods starting at the time the vehicle is collected. Late returns will be subject to additional charge. If you need to extend your rental you must obtain authorisation from the rental location before the agreed expiry date. Additional days will be charged at the original rate. Vehicles must be returned within branch opening hours.

Vehicle Types

The models illustrated on represent the main models available and are shown for guidance only. Vehicle types and models may vary and Avon Autosales Car/Van Rental reserves the right to substitute an alternative similar or larger model when the vehicle reserved is not available.

Driver

Only the drivers approved by Avon Autosales Car/Van Rental are permitted to drive the vehicle. A supplement may apply for additional drivers. The minimum age and maximum age is 21 to 70 We can hire certain vehicles to 21 and 22 year olds but certain conditions apply and there are additional charges. Please call us on 01803 732080 for more details.

A full valid driving licence must have been held for at least 12 months (24 months if driver under 23 years of age) at time of rental and must be presented at time of rental. Photocopied or faxed licenses will not be accepted. An international licence will be required for drivers from non-EEC or non-English speaking countries. Driving licences should be in "Roman Script" (i.e. not Arabic or Greek alphabet etc) Licences which are in "Roman Script", must be accompanied by a international Driving Permit issued outside the UK.

N.B:- European Union Licences are valid in the UK, up to expiry date.

Foreign Licences are valid for up to 12 months from the date of entry into the UK. After that period a British Licence must be applied for.

International Driving Permits are valid for 12 months.

International Driving Permits Issued in the UK are not valid.

The driver must be licensed to drive the vehicle booked, with particular regard to people carriers and minibuses ( UK licence group D or D1). Drivers with Automatic only licences cannot drive vehicles with manual transmission.

Any endorsements, motoring offences or restrictions (medical or otherwise) should be declared at the time of reservation as this may affect your booking.

Loss or Damage to vehicle

Where rates include third party liability insurance, CDW and TP the liability of the renter for loss or damage to the vehicle is limited to an excess (deductible). Optional Excess Reduction (EXR) to reduce this liability further will be offered and may be taken at time of rental.

Driving Restrictions

Vehicles should be returned to the renting location. Vehicles must not be taken outside mainland England Scotland and Wales unless agreed with Avon Auto Sales beforehand and the relevant documentation required issued to the renter/driver. You must inform Avon Auto Sales at the time of reservation if you intend to drive out of the country of vehicle rental.

Payment

Full payment must be made at the Avon Auto Sales location, you will also be asked for your credit card details to hold the vehicle, minimum of 24 hours is required for cancellations. The full cost of rental will be charged if a cancellation is not made - If more than 2 cancellations are made, a charge will be made for loss of rental. On collection of your vehicle A credit card will be required at the start of all rentals for security purposes. A preauthorized payment will be set up but used only if needed in the advent of damage or cancellations. As well as your driving licence and credit card you must also show identification giving proof of address (such as a recent bank or credit card statement or utility bill). Non UK residents must also show their passport.

Fuel

Vehicles are normally provided with a full tank of fuel and a refuelling charge will be made if the vehicle is not returned with a full tank.

Avon Autosales Car Van Rental reserves the right to change rates without prior notice should the local rate of tax alter.