Kennels Cottage, Dollarbeg, By Dollar,

Clacks, Scotland, FK14 7PA

Tel: +44 (0)1259 742476 Fax: +44 (0)1259 743716

Terms and Conditions

We apologise if you find these a bit long winded, but these conditions are a necessity! It will always be our policy to do everything in our powers to give you an enjoyable and memorable motoring experience.

DEFINITIONS
HIRER: The person or persons entitled to drive the vehicle
OWNER: Caledonian Classics Ltd / CHOICE OF CAR:
In the event of unavailability of the Camper Van due to Accident, Mechanical or other problems beyond our control, the Owner will inform the Hirer and offer either an alternative classic caror a Camper Van for the chosen date or an alternative date or we refund any missed hire days.
DRIVERS: The person or persons entitled to drive the vehicle; all drivers must be aged between 25 and 75 (it may be possible to insure older drivers so please ask!) and must have held a full driving licence for 2 years. A clean driving licence (minor endorsements accepted) must be produced prior to commencement of hire. One additional driver may be added for a nominal charge. Caledonian Classics reserves the right to refuse to hire any vehicles at its own discretion. / CANCELLATION CHARGES:
  1. 14 days or more prior to hire date: £50
  2. Less than 14 days prior to hire date: No refund on car hire.
FUEL:
The cars are supplied to the Hirer with fuel and must be returned with the same amount of fuel in the car., if not we shall make a charge of £25 plus petrol costs. 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.
PERSONS NOT ENTITLED TO DRIVE:
  1. Is under 25 or over 75 years of age (older drivers may by considered after consultation with our insurance company – please ask us).
  2. Has been refused motor insurance.
  3. Has any mental or physical defect or infirmity or suffers from fits or other major medical complaint.
  4. Has been banned from driving by conviction or has penalty points imposed (minor endorsements accepted.
  5. Whilst driving, has been involved in more than one accident during the past three years.
/ 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:
Any vehicle or personal property left at the Owners premises is done so entirely at your own risk. Caledonian Classics is only responsible for loss or damage to personal property if the loss or damage results from our negligence. The Owner is not responsible for loss or damage to the Hirers personal property within the Owners vehicle during the hire period.
INSURANCE POLICY COVER: All Caledonian Classics’ 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.
EXCESS AND SECURITY BOND: The Hirer must pay a refundable security deposit of £500 to Caledonian Classics, by credit card. This is held as:
  1. A Security Bond.
  2. Payment towards mechanical damage not covered by the insurance, e.g. tyres, wheels, clutch damaged during the hire period.
  3. Insurance excess against accidental damage or loss caused to the vehicle by a third party of the Hirer.
  4. Additional charges incurred during hire, for excess mileage or period.
BOOKINGS: Bookings can be made by cheque to Mr Ronnie Black or by bank transfer. Bookings will be confirmed upon clearance of funds. / HOURS OF HIRE:
The hire period is from 09:00 on the first day to 18:00 on the last day. Failure to comply will result in additional hire charges based on the daily hire rate.
CHARGES:
The Hirer shall reimburse to the Owner on demand:
  1. Any charges for fuel, damage or other miscellaneous charges shown in this agreement and booking form.
  2. The Owner costs, including reasonable legal fees incurred in collecting payments due from Hirer under this agreement.
  3. Any fines, penalties, court costs or other expenses imposed on Caledonian Classics by law arising from the use of the vehicle whilst on hire.
  4. Any recover, 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.

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 Scotland without written permission of 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.