Terms & Conditions 1. Hire rates quoted include the following: Unlimited mileage included (excluding short breaks which are restricted to 400 miles) Fully comprehensive insurance* 24 Hour nationwide breakdown cover *Insurance additional charges The hirer will incur additional charges if the driver to be insured has a traffic and/or driving conviction, is using a non-UK driving license or is in an occupation which is deemed high risk. These charges will be passed on to the hirer. UK Hire does not include Northern Ireland, Jersey or Guernsey. The hirer will be liable for recovery and transport of themselves and the hire vehicle in the event of a break down and any additional fees incurred if the hirer fails to inform Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire of their intent to travel outside England, Wales and Scotland. 2. Insurance: Standard excess, all rates include a standard excess of £500. In the event of any damage to either the vehicle or third party property, the hirer will be liable for the first £500. The hirer will also be fully liable for replacement or repair of windscreen or tyre damage. 3. Security Deposit: There is a refundable £500 Security Deposit, payable by cleared cheque or bank transfer (arranged in advance). This is fully refundable within 7 days on return of the vehicle to the agreed location, on the agreed date and time, in the same condition as it was let out to you, the interior clean including all cooking appliances and the vehicle full of fuel. 4. Additional driver: Two additional drivers at no extra cost, clean driving licence only 5. Drivers: Age limits: 25 to 70 years Driver/s must have held a valid full licence for 2 or more years Details of additional drivers required Production of a valid driver's licence required from all drivers at the start of hire Drivers are personally liable for all legal penalties (e.g. parking tickets) which are incurred during the period of hire. Drivers must provide the following documents for identification purposes: Passport (this is required if a photo driver's licence is not provided) / credit card. A utility bill or bank statement is also required as proof of address. Payment Details: Availability is on request and a reservation is only binding after it has been confirmed by Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire and a non-refundable deposit has been received. Settlement of the remaining balance will be due 28 days prior to departure. Payment will be by cleared cheque or bank transfer in GBP Sterling only. For late or short notice bookings (less than 28 days before departure) the full hire cost will be required. Vehicles will not be released without full payment taken by Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire. Cheques will not be acceptable for late or short notice bookings (less than 28 days prior to departure). 8. Cancellation Charges: More than 28 days before departure: Booking deposit 28 days – 14 days: 50% of total hire charge 13 days - No Show: 100% of total hire charge 9. Collection & Return Collection: Hirer to collect and return VW Camper to pick up point Please allow 1 hour for the "Hand Over" at the collection point - to complete the documentation and for a full demonstration about the vehicle. Please allow the same time upon your return. Return: The vehicle must be returned on the date, and before the time stated, on the rental agreement. Vehicles must be returned clean and in the same condition as they left the collection point, otherwise a cleaning fee of £50 will be levied. Late return: If you will be late returning, Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire must be informed immediately. Failure to advise may result in prosecution for driving whilst uninsured. An additional day’s rental charge will be payable for all late returns. DEFINITION OF TERMS 'I' 'me' and 'my' refers jointly and severally to the person or persons who are customers. 'This Agreement' means the Rental Agreement, the Insurance Motor Rental Agreement and these Terms and Conditions. In the event of any discrepancy between the Terms and Conditions and any other Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire literature, the provisions of these Terms and Conditions apply. "Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire" means Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire owned by Marc and Caroline Easton of The Chalet, Beggars Bush, Brighton Road, Warninglid, West Sussex RH17 5SY. "Customer" Means the person or persons nominated as the hirer under the heading 'Hire Details' on the Insurance Motor Rental Agreement. "Living Equipment" Includes but is not limited to crockery, cutlery, cooking utensils. "Rental Period" Means the hire period referred to under the heading "Booking Details" on the Rental Agreement or any agreed variation thereof and any additional period which the vehicle is in the customer's possession or control "Vehicle" Means the vehicle described under the heading "Vehicle Details" on the Rental Agreement and includes tyres, tools, accessories, the living equipment and any other special equipment, documents related to the Vehicle and any replacement or substitute Vehicle which may be provided at the discretion of Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire. "Security Deposit" Means the Vehicle security deposit detailed under the heading "Vehicle Security Deposit" in the Insurance Motor Rental Agreement. DELIVERY & RETURN OF THE VEHICLE I acknowledge having received the Vehicle in a clean condition and in sound working order in accordance with the Departure Checklist and with a full tank of fuel. I will return the Vehicle in a clean condition with a full tank of fuel, on the return date and time set out in the Rental Agreement. I acknowledge that Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire will not refund to me any monies, nor have the obligation to provide a replacement vehicle, if the Vehicle is returned or I cease to have the use of the Vehicle prior to the return date for any reason e.g. accident, weather, theft. RENTAL & OTHER CHARGES I will pay Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire: 1. All rental charges 2. The security deposit 3. The nominated cleaning fee of £50 if the Vehicle is not returned with the interior in a clean condition. 4. The cost of any damage to the Vehicle or the property of any third party, subject to the Insurance Policy. 5. All government fees and duties etc. 6. All parking fines, other fines or penalties, and/or accidents including third party property damage not reported on return of the Vehicle; and associated administration costs incurred in relation to the Vehicle during the rental period; 7. Any other fees or charges payable by me pursuant to this Agreement. This includes any costs incurred by Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire as a result of any breach by me of the Terms and Conditions of this Agreement. 8. The daily rental rate for the period the Vehicle is off the road for accident repairs (demurrage) 9. The cost to recover the Vehicle should it become bogged ERROR IN RENTAL CHARGES Total charges are set out therein are not final. I will pay any shortfall in charges to Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire and I will receive a refund for any overcharge acknowledged by Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire. MY WARRANTIES I warrant that all information supplied by me to Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire in connection with this Agreement is true. VEHICLE DAMAGE & INSURANCE COVER I am aware that: a) The Vehicle is insured for damage to the Vehicle and the property of a third party; b) I will have to pay an excess for any damage. The Insurance excess is £500 c) I will not have any insurance cover and I will be responsible for the total cost of any damage if I breach any of the terms of this Agreement. SECURITY DEPOSIT a) On taking delivery of the Vehicle, I agree to pay the Security Deposit b) I irrevocably authorise Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire to deduct from the Security Deposit any amounts due by me to Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire arising out of this Agreement c) The Security Deposit will be refunded by cheque or bank transfer within 7 working days of the Vehicle being returned to the correct location, undamaged, with a clean interior and a full fuel tank. We reserve the right to retain a £50 cleaning fee if the camper van is not returned with the interior in a clean condition. ROAD RESTRICTIONS a) All Vehicles may only be driven on sealed / bitumen or concrete roads. b) I acknowledge that Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire reserves the right at any time, at its sole discretion, to restrict Vehicle movements in certain areas due to adverse road or weather conditions or any other reasonable cause. USE OF THE VEHICLE I agree that during the rental period, I will not and will not allow the Vehicle to be: 1. driven otherwise than in a cautious, prudent and normal manner 2. used in a manner which could cause damage 3. driven in a prohibited area or in an area other than the areas indicated by me to Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire 4. driven by a person under the influence of alcohol or drugs or with a blood alcohol level in excess of that permitted by law 5. left with the ignition key in the Vehicle whilst it is unoccupied 6. left unoccupied without the CD plate removed (where applicable) 7. left unoccupied with the alarm and immobiliser disabled 8. driven by persons; i) under the age of 25 years; or ii) who are not authorised by law to drive the Vehicle; Particulars of a proposed licensed driver of the Vehicle are set out under the heading "Driver Details" in the Motor Rental Agreement 9. damaged by: i) submersion in water, ii) contact with salt water 10. used for any illegal purpose for any race, rally or contest 11. to tow any vehicle or trailer without prior permission 12. used to carry passengers or property for hire or reward 13. used to carry more persons than is permitted by any relevant authority or detailed in the Vehicle manual or on the Vehicle or specified in this Agreement 14. used to carry volatile liquids, gases, explosives or any other corrosive or inflammable material 15. otherwise used in breach of my obligations under this Agreement ALTERATIONS TO THE VEHICLE I shall not make any alterations or additions to the Vehicle without prior written consent of Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire PETS Pets are not permitted in Summer Lovin VW Camper hire rental vehicles PASSENGERS Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire authorise the use of this Vehicle up to the stated number of passengers. Each person to use the safety restraints provided at all times whilst the Vehicle is in motion. MAINTENANCE I shall take all reasonable steps to properly maintain the Vehicle, including oil checks and tyre pressure during the rental period. Subject to the terms of this Agreement, I will pay for the cost of repairing or replacing tyres damaged during the rental period PROVIDED THAT Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire will reimburse me for expenditure reasonably incurred if: I produce relevant receipts to show: The tyre is defective and is returned by me to Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire for inspection; and The manufacturer accepts liability under his warranty. I will be liable for any costs associated with the incorrect use of fuel (fuel being diesel or petrol) Breakdown If you have any difficulties report these immediately to Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire. In the event of breakdown, recovery or repair services will be provided. All our vans have breakdown cover. If you incur any minor repair bills we will give you a refund of up to £50. In the event of a breakdown, a replacement van may be offered but this will be subject to availability. We cannot accept liability for any costs e.g., replacement vehicle costs, travel, accommodation, arising from accident, breakdown or any other cause. Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire will refund your hire charge for any days you lose the total use of the vehicle. If you have broken down you must remain at a safe distance from the vehicle until the AA Recovery Vehicle arrives. You may not abandon the vehicle at the roadside if you wish to continue your journey with another form of transport. You must hand over the keys to an AA Recovery Vehicle Driver Engine Care If there is damage or breakdown caused by your own actions, you will be liable for the cost of repair/replacement. This could be such things as pushing the engine too hard, or putting diesel in a petrol engine. This list is not exhaustive. You must check the oil and other gauges regularly as advised by Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire, refilling as necessary. Your rental agreement form will show the mileage on your vehicle on the day of collection. If you cause damage to the engine through driving too fast (over 60 mph) over too long a period of time and ignoring the warning lights, you will be liable for any repairs required or even the cost of a replacement engine. RESPONSIBILITY WHEN AN ACCIDENT OCCURS In the event of any accident, loss or damage arising out of the use of the Vehicle, I will notify Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire within 24 hours of the event happening. Obtain the names and addresses of third parties and any witnesses and report the event to the nearest police station; Complete a European accident form as supplied; Not make any admission of liability to other parties, settlement offer or other like offer; Assist Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire in handling any claim arising from any event, including providing all relevant information and attending Court to give evidence. I acknowledge that the excess or other amount due to me in respect of any damage arising from an accident, loss or damage is payable at the time of reporting the event and to at the completion of the rental period. TERMINATING THE AGREEMENT I acknowledge that Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire may terminate this Agreement and repossess the Vehicle at any time, without notification to me, and that I will pay the reasonable costs of repossessing the Vehicle, including towing charges if: a) I am in breach of any term of this Agreement b) I have obtained the Vehicle through fraud or misrepresentation; c) The Vehicle appears to be abandoned d) The Vehicle is not returned on the agreed date or Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire reasonably believes that the Vehicle will not be returned on the agreed return date; e) Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire considers on reasonable grounds, that the safety of passengers or the condition of the Vehicle is endangered. I understand that in the event of such termination or repossession, I have no right to a refund of any part of the rental charges or the Security Deposit RELEASE & INDEMNITY OF Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire Subject to its obligation to deliver the Vehicle, I release Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire, its employees and agents, from any liability to me (regardless of who is at fault) for any loss or damage incurred by me by reason of this Agreement, including but not limited to; Any loss or damage caused by breakdown, mechanical defect, accident or the Vehicle being unsuitable for my purpose; Any loss or damage to any property left in the Vehicle, in any service vehicle or any Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire premises or recovered or handled by Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire. Subject to any insurance arrangements agreed with Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire, I hereby indemnify and shall keep indemnified Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire, its employees and agents against any claims, demands and expenses (including legal costs) incurred or sustained by them by reason of my use and/or possession of the Vehicle. TITLE TO VEHICLE I acknowledge that Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire retains the title to the Vehicle and that I possess the goods on hire only as per the hire agreement. I do not have any right to pledge Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire credit in connection with the Vehicle and agree not to do so. I shall not agree, attempt, offer or purport to sell, assign, sublet, lend, pledge, mortgage, let on hire, or otherwise part with or attempt to part with the personal possession of or otherwise deal with the Vehicle. PROPER LAW This Agreement shall be governed by the law of United Kingdom in which these terms and conditions are agreed to either in writing and in person or online via Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire online booking process. ENTIRE AGREEMENT This Agreement constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties and there are no other oral undertakings, warranties or agreements between the parties relating to the subject matter of this Agreement Summer Lovin VW Camper Hire reserves the right to add or amend any rental charges without prior notice