Avis Prestige Terms and Conditions
Rates Include
- Unlimited mileage (excluding those listed below), insurance and VAT (tax) - no hidden extras.
- Special weekend prices apply for hires between Friday @ 12.00hrs untill Monday @ 12.00hrs.
- No airport supplements for hires at Heathrow, Gatwick or Manchester.
- There is no extra charge for additional drivers.
- Free delivery and collection to all central London and Manchester hotels.
- A mileage allowance applies to the following cars
| car |
daily allowance |
Weekend Allowance |
Excess Charge |
| Aston Martin DB9 Volante |
100 miles |
250 miles |
£2 per mile |
| Aston Martin V8 Vantage |
100 miles |
250 miles |
£2 per mile |
| Audi R8 Le Mans |
100 miles |
250 miles |
£2 per mile |
| Porsche 997 Carrera |
100 miles |
250 miles |
£1.50 per mile |
| Jaguar XK |
100 miles |
250 miles |
£1.50 per mile |
| Mercedes S320 |
100 miles |
250 miles |
£1 per mile |
| BMW 630 Cabriolet |
100 miles |
250 miles |
£1 per mile |
Rental Period
- Rates apply per day (24 hours)
- If the vehicle is returned more than 1 hour late, an extra day's rental will be charged.
- Minimum hire periods apply during Weekends and Bank/Public holidays.
Reservations
- Our reservations department is open 7 days a week.
- Within the UK - Tel: 020 7591 0444
- Outside the UK - Tel: +44 (0) 20 7591 0444
- USA Toll Free - Tel: 1 866 565 4525
- E-mail: websales@avisprestige.com
Or simply complete the on-line enquiry form and we will respond immediately.
Payment
- Payment is accepted by credit card, charge card and Avis travel voucher.
- A deposit of between £600-£4000 will be taken at the time of rental, which is refundable, provided the vehicle is returned undamaged and full of fuel.
- The estimated cost of the rental and the deposit is payable at the start of the hire.
Insurance
- An insurance proposal form must be completed by everyone wishing to drive the car. Minimum age limits apply; details of which are found alongside the description of the car on the website.
Loss or Damage to Vehicle
- Our rates include comprehensive accidental damage cover, except for the first £600 - £4000 (depending on which car you hire).
Waiver
- These excesses can be reduced for a daily payment. Ask for details.
Accidents
- All accidents must be reported within 24 hours and an accident report form completed. Failure to do this may result in the insurance becoming invalid.
Driving Licence
- A valid driving licence must be produced at the time of hire and must have been held for at least two years.
- We may require additional proof of identity such as a passport.
Fuel
- Cars are refuelled after every rental.
- Provided the car is returned to the Prestige Car Rental location with a full tank, no charge will be made.
Additional Drivers
- There is no charge for additional drivers. Driving licenses for additional drivers must be shown at the time of hire.
London Congestion Charge and Fines
- Avis Prestige will charge for the first and last day of the rental if the vehicle is delivered and/or collected in the congestion zone or if we travel through the zone to the delivery/collection. The hirer is liable and responsible for any additional days payment if the vehicle is driven in the zone during any other apart of the rental. The hirer is liable for any fine that they incur whilst responsible for the vehicle. If these fines are not paid, a £47 administration charge will apply.
Foreign Travel
- Cars may not be taken out of England, Scotland or Wales without written authorisation.
- Vehicles taken abroad will be subject to a surcharge and additional insurance cover.
Child / Baby Seats
- We can provide child and baby seats at £30. Fitting is the responsibility of the hirer.
Cancellations
- Over 24hours: No charge.
- Under 24hours: 1 Days rental.
- No show: 1 Days rental plus any delivery charge (if applicable).
Delivery and Collection
- We operate service desks at London Heathrow (LHR) and London Gatwick (LGW) airports.
- We offer a free delivery and collection service to all Central London and Manchester hotels.
- We can provide a delivery and collection service anywhere within the UK with prices on request.
- We offer a personal "meet & greet" service at Manchester airport.
Full payment taken upon collection of the car. All major credit cards accepted.
Dream Car Hire – Terms and Conditions
The following terms & conditions apply to all vehicles supplied by our partner DREAM CAR HIRE
General Conditions
- All rental prices and charges shown include VAT.
- Delivery and collection is not included in your quotation.
- Minimum rental period is 1 day.
- Drivers must be aged between 28 years and 70 years.
- Drivers must hold a current valid UK or International driving licence and must have held same for at least 24 months.
Drivers Must
- Be in a physical condition so as to be reasonably considered capable of driving a performance car safely.
- Not have been convicted of ANY of the following motor offences; AC/BA/CD/DD/DR/UT/XX within the last 5 years or convicted of more than ONE of the following motoring offences in categories CU/IN/LC/MS/MW/PC/PL/SP/TS in the last 3 years.
- Not have been involved in more than one accident in the past 3 years.
- Not be engaged in any of the following:
a) Professional entertainment or sport
b) Foreign service personnel
c) Courier use
[Drivers not qualifying under the above may be permitted subject to additional terms and conditions to be agreed prior to the commencement of the hire. If such a driver is subsequently accepted they will be permitted to drive the vehicle only with our written consent and that of our insurance company].
Additional Drivers
- Two drivers are permitted and one additional driver may be added to the rental agreement at the cost of £15/day provided that the additional named driver meets the above criteria, signs the rental agreement and produces the required documentation (driving licence, passport and utility bill).
- Dreamcarhire reserves the right to refuse hire without reason
Deposits
- All hires are subject to dreamcarhire holding a security deposit (up to £5,000 dependent on the car hired) - The deposit will be used to cover accidental damage or loss incurred during the hire, topping up the fuel tank if not returned full, any excess mileage charge and any other charges as become due and referred to in the rental agreement.
Collision Damage Waiver
- You may reduce the size of the security deposit required by 50% by electing to pay the collision damage waiver charge of £200 prior to the commencement of the hire agreement.
Mileage
- There is a free daily mileage allowance for each vehicle shown below.
- Any additional mileage travelled will be charged at the excess rate shown
| car |
daily allowance |
Excess Charge |
| Lamborghini Murcielago |
100 miles |
£2 per mile |
| Lamborghini Gallardo SE |
100 miles |
£2 per mile |
| Ferrari 430 Spider |
100 miles |
£2 per mile |
| Ferrari 430 Coupe |
100 miles |
£2 per mile |
| Ferrari 360 Spider |
100 miles |
£2 per mile |
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| Aston Martin DB9 Volante |
150 miles |
£2 per mile |
| Aston Martin DB9 Coupe |
150 miles |
£2 per mile |
| Aston Martin V8 Vantage |
150 miles |
£2 per mile |
| Audi R8 |
150 miles |
£2 per mile |
| Maserati Gran Turismo |
150 miles |
£2 per mile |
| Maserati Quattroporte |
150 miles |
£2 per mile |
| Porsche 997 Turbo |
150 miles |
£2 per mile |
| Bentley GTC |
150 miles |
£2 per mile |
| Bentley Continental GT |
150 miles |
£2 per mile |
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| Mercedes SLK 55 AMG |
200 miles |
£2 per mile |
| Range Rover Sport Supercharged |
200 miles |
£2 per mile |
Reservation Deposit
- A booking fee of £200 will be taken at the time you make your reservation and this will form part of the hire charge (ie the hire charge will be reduced by £200 when you pay the full amount) but if you cancel the booking, this fee is not refundable.
- The estimated cost of the hire and the deposit must be paid 14 days prior to the commencement of the hire (a cheque must have cleared prior to the start of the hire).
Refuelling
- The car will be supplied to you with a full tank of fuel and should be returned with the same. If returned to us with less than a full tank you will be charged for refuelling at the rate per litre shown on your rental agreement.
Methods of Payment
- All major credit cards accepted.
Rental Period
- Weekend rates apply from Friday to Monday inclusive. If the vehicle is returned more than one hour after the agreed end of the hire you will be charged for an extra day.
Extending The Hire Period
- If you wish to extend the period of the rental you must contact our office and pay for the additional hire period before the end of the original rental agreement. To drive the vehicle after the agreed hire period without our consent will mean that you will be driving without insurance.
Foreign Travel
- The cars may be used only within England, Scotland and Wales without prior written consent. If such written consent is given to travel abroad there will be an additional charge.
Hours of Business
- Monday to Friday 09:00 to 18:00 and Saturday 10:00 to 15:00.