Carhire Hebrides Terms & Conditions

GENERAL

All our rental vehicles are strictly NON SMOKING.  Any evidence of smoking in vehicles will incur a £100 fine.

Car Hire Rental is limited to the Islands of Lewis and Harris. If the Hirer wishes to travel further he most only do so with consent of the Hire Company.  Extensions to the agreed rental period is at the discretion of the Hire Company.  Only with prior agreement can an extension be approved.

All vehicles are supplied with a full tank of fuel and should be returned to Hire Company with a full tank of fuel.

Hire Agreements are made on the understanding that the vehicle will be placed at your disposal on the date agreed. Should this not be possible, through circumstances beyond our control, we will provide a substitute vehicle, where possible, or a refund of monies.

Full payment of the Hire will be taken at time of Hire, with an additional £100 security refundable upon completion of hire, subject to vehicle returning in same condition as when originally hired. Vehicle condition will be agreed prior to and at completion of hire by both parties.  Debit/Credit Card details must be given at time of booking. No additional fees are charged for mileage.

INSURANCE

All cars have comprehensive insurance cover, but the hirer is responsible for the first £500 of loss or damage. This amount can be reduced to £200.00 for an additional fee of £5 per day.  However this does not include minor damage done to vehicle by the owner during the time of Hire. The hirer is also responsible for the full cost of punctures, damage to wheels, wheel trims and tyres and any lost or damaged keys. Hirers are also responsible for ensuring correct levels of oil, water and tyre pressures.

DRIVER & LICENCE REQUIREMENTS

A full driver’s licence should have been held for at least 2 years and MUST be produced at time of rental. New style photo licences must be accompanied with the counterpart section. Overseas drivers must be in possession of an international drivers licence. Drivers should be aged between 21 - 70 years of age with at least 2 years experience under a full licence and no more than 2 current minor endorsement or 6 penalty points. Only the drivers named on the insurance policy can drive the vehicle.