Terms & Conditions

Our terms and conditions apply to hire for normal road use only.
Terms and conditions are subject to change from time to time.
Please email us for an up to date copy of GT Classic Touring Ltd's terms and conditions.


Definitions:
The Hirer: The person or persons who drive the vehicle.
Main Driver: The nominated first driver on the Hire Agreement and insurance proposal form.
The Customer: The person paying for the hire.
The Owner: GT Classic Touring Limited and its principals.

General

  • The owner provides the selected vehicle, covered by Fully Comprehensive insurance for the named qualifying hirers, together with RAC Breakdown cover.
  • The hirer is permitted to drive unlimited mileage within the period of hire ONLY within the countries of the UK.

    • Persons Entitled to Drive

  • The insured vehicle shall be driven only by the Hirer or other permitted driver who has completed and signed a Hirer’s Proposal Form immediately prior to any hiring.
  • The hirer must be between the ages of 25-70 years.
  • The hirer must hold a full, valid British or EU driving licence, with a minimum of 24 months regular driving experience.
  • The hirer must have 12 months or more recent regular driving experience of a motor vehicle in the UK unless otherwise agreed by the Insurer.
  • The hirer can have no more convictions of offences in connection with driving of a motor vehicle or motor cycle and/or have had their driving licence endorsed or suspended or penalty points imposed, other than 2 active parking or speeding offences in the last 3 years. “Spent” convictions covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 may be disregarded.
  • The hirer must have completed a Car Hire Booking and Insurance Proposal Form to the satisfaction of the Owner and their insurance underwriters.
  • The hirer must provide (to the satisfaction of the owner) additional means of identification other than the driving licence. This must take the form of passport accompanied by a utility bill, bank statement and/or building society book. The owners will utilise independent search agencies to verify this information, e.g. www.192.com.
  • The hirer must also consent to a digital photograph being taken of them beside the hire vehicle by the owner (or their staff) prior to the vehicle being driven away for hire.
  • There will be a premium of £15 per day for each additional hirer to be placed on the hire agreement and provided by cover through the owners insurance. This provides the additional hirer with the same level of insurance and breakdown cover as the nominated main driver.
  • If the statements and particulars in the proposal are in the handwriting of any person other than the hirer or any other permitted driver, such person shall be deemed to have been the Hirer’s or other permitted driver’s agent for the purpose of completing the proposal form.
  • The insured shall be considered as being the agent for the Hirer or other permitted driver for all purposes in connection with this insurance, but under no circumstances shall the Insured be considered as agent for the Insurers.
  • We reserve the right to refuse to hire any vehicles at its own discretion.

    • Persons NOT Entitled to Drive

  • Any person engaged in the following occupations: Armed Forces, Professional Sportspersons, Entertainers, Jockeys and persons connected with racing of any sort.
  • Undergraduates/ Students under 25 years of age.
  • Persons who are not British or EU citizens, unless they have had 3 years recent and regular driving experience of a motor vehicle, other than a motor cycle, in the UK.
  • Any person who has been refused motor insurance or had special insurance terms imposed as a result of claims experience or have had their insurance or cover cancelled by any motor insurer.
  • Any person who whilst driving, has been involved in more than one “at fault” accident in the last 3 years.
  • Persons who have any mental or physical defect or infirmity or suffers from fits, diabetes or any heart condition.
  • Any person not fulfilling the requirements under “persons entitled to drive” to the satisfaction of the owner or their insurance underwriters.

    • Use of Vehicle:
    The hirer may use the vehicle for social, domestic and pleasure purposes only within the bounds of the UK, except that;

  • The hirer will not use or permit the vehicle to be used for hire, driving tuition, towing or any kind, racing or pace-making, track-days or any form of motorsport.
  • Use for touring rallies will only be permitted with the explicit agreement of the owner.
  • It is the responsibility of the Hirer to ensure that the car is locked and secure whilst unattended.

    • Excess

  • The Policy excess is £500, applicable to accidental damage, fire, theft and windscreen claims.

    • Restrictions

  • The hire vehicle must not be used in any way;
    • for any purpose for which it is not expressly designed
    • for carriage of passengers for hire or reward or any form of remuneration or compensation
    • for carrying materials and substances contrary to any form of prohibition or restriction, this includes the carriage of explosive, dangerous or hazardous goods
    • when overloaded with luggage, goods or passengers
    • that will unduly adversely effect the state and quality of the vehicle.
    • to carry pets, livestock or other animals
    • that contravenes the Highway Code, road traffic laws
    • for illegal purposes as defined by the law of the United Kingdom
    • when in an unroadworthy condition or whilst failing to comply with any statutory provision.
  • GT Classic Touring will supply the hire vehicle in a road worthy condition at the commencement of hire. Any change to the condition of the vehicle thereafter becomes the sole responsibility of the hirer.
  • If during the hire period, the hirer has any concerns in respect of the roadworthy condition of the vehicle, it is the hirer’s responsibility to:
    • cease use of the vehicle immediately
    • immediately notify RAC Breakdown Services if appropriate
    • inform GT Classic Touring Limited as to the circumstances and as to the condition of the vehicle.
  • The hirer must warrant that they will use the car in line with terms of the Hire Agreement and return the car to the owner in the same condition as received at the start of the hire.
  • Smoking: It is expressly forbidden to smoke in the hire car, whether this be the hirer or any passengers. Should there be any trace of smoking having occurred in the car upon its return, based entirely upon the discretion of the owner, then the full Cautionary Deposit will be liable.
  • Please Note: Any unnecessary wear and tear as detected by GT Classic Touring Limited subsequent and attributable to the relevant hire period will be charged for. GT Classic Touring will seek financial repayment from the hirer or customer as appropriate.

    • Hire Timings and Duration

  • Vehicles may be hired for any single day, or any combination of days not exceeding 15 days in total.
  • Days start at 9.00am and end at 8.00pm the same day. Any part of the day constitutes as a single day.
  • Vehicles may be hired for multiple days with the same principle applying to the first and last day of hire. For example, for a three day hire, the car will be available any time after 9.00am on the first day and is due for return before 8.00pm on the third day.
  • Late Returns. In the event of a late return, especially where GT Classic Touring has not otherwise been notified, a further one day’s additional hire will be charged. Other circumstances of late return will still attract additional hire charges, but GT Classic Touring will apply common sense alongside commercial reasoning in determining the extent of the charge.

    • Fuel

  • Vehicles are supplied with a full tank of appropriate fuel at the start of the hire period.
  • Should the vehicle be re-fuelled with the incorrect fuel by the hirer, the hirer/customer will be financially responsible for the corrective work as found necessary, together with financial reparation for loss of earnings in connection with hired vehicle to the value of the Cautionary Deposit.
  • The same applies to damage caused by allowing the hire vehicle to run out of petrol.
  • It is the hirer’s responsibility to return the car to GT Classic Touring at the end of the hire period with a full tank of fuel. Failure to comply will result in a £50 levy against the Cautionary Deposit.

    • Choice & Availability of Car

  • In the event that the hirers/customers preferred vehicle is unavailable for reasons beyond the control of GT Classic Touring, then the owner will inform the hirer/customer (as appropriate) and either offer an alternative vehicle for the same date or offer alternative dates.
  • Where an acceptable resolution cannot be agreed upon, GT Classic Touring will refund the cost of the hire (as paid to that date) less a £50 administration charge.

    • Gift Vouchers

  • Vouchers purchased through the Owners are valid for 12 months from the date printed on the voucher.
  • The voucher may be transferred to an alternative driver or to an alternative vehicle.
  • Refunds of any amount on unused vouchers cannot be claimed.

    • Excess & Cautionary Deposit

  • The hirer or customer is required to agree to an additional charge of up to 10% of the value of the hire vehicle (but not exceeding £3,000) that may be charged to their Credit or Debit Card should any loss, damage, or legal fines be incurred or imposed.
  • At the time of collecting the vehicle, a £500 Security Deposit is charged to the hirer's/customer's Credit or Debit Card. This is refundable upon return of the vehicle where no immediate damage / wear and tear is visible or detectable at this time.
  • The purpose of the Charge is;
    • to act as a security bond against loss/theft of the vehicle
    • as payments towards any mechanical damage, whatsoever and howsoever caused but excluding reasonable wear and tear, that will not be reclaimable from the owners insurance
    • as an insurance excess against any accidental damage or loss caused to the vehicle by the hirer or a third party whilst the car is the responsibility of the hirer
    • to serve as payment towards any fines or penalties imposed upon GT Classic Touring arising from the use of the car whilst on hire
    • to offset additional charges that the owner has to bear, i.e. fuel reimbursement.
  • Note: Collision Damage Waiver premiums are not available given the uniqueness and age of the owner’s hire vehicles.

    • Booking & Cancellation

  • A 25% non-refundable deposit is taken upon booking.
  • The full balance is required 1 calendar month before the start of the hire. If payment is by cheque or by electronic transfer, all funds must be cleared through the owners account before payment is deemed to have been made.
  • Payment for Gift Vouchers is IN FULL upon placing the request.
  • Should the hirer / customer wish to cancel, a 25% refund will be made to the hirer if cancellation occurs at least 2 weeks before the hire period.
  • Should the hirer / customer cancel within 2 weeks of the hire period, no refund will be made.
  • Any hire arranged less than 1 calendar month before the start of the hire date is payable in full upon making the booking.
  • GT Classic Touring reserves the right to cancel a hire for whatsoever reason. Should this happen, the hirer / customer will receive a full refund (against monies paid to that date) less a £50 administration charge.

    • Liability

  • General liability is limited to refund of the hire charge.
  • Consequential loss liability is covered nor accepted by GT Classic Touring Limited or its Directors.

    • Charges

  • The Hirer shall reimburse to the Owner on demand
    i. Any charges for fuel, damage or other miscellaneous charges shown in this agreement and booking form.
    ii. The Owner costs, including reasonable legal fees incurred in collecting payments due from Hirer under this agreement
    iii. Any fines, penalties, court costs or other expenses imposed on the owner by law arising from the use of the vehicle whilst on hire.
    iv. Any recovery, 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.

    • 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.

    • Call us now on 07718 996852 or email us at enquiries@gtclassictouring.co.uk if you have any further questions or would like more information.