Rental terms and conditions
When you sign the rental terms and conditions, you agree to the clauses and conditions outlined below. Therefore, please read the document carefully. If you have any questions, feel free to ask before signing.
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1 – DEFINITIONS
“THE RENTER”: an individual or legal entity on whose behalf the rental agreement is established, or alternatively, the primary driver and payer.
“THE LESSOR”: the company listed on the rental agreement.
“THE VEHICLE”: a light tourist vehicle rented for the duration of the rental agreement.
“DAMAGES”: any damage that occurs to the vehicle, including punctures, glass breakage (including headlights, mirrors, and windows).
“THEFT”: vandalism, theft of accessories, and attempted theft are considered theft.
“DEDUCTIBLE”: an amount not covered by the insurer in case of damages without an identified third party, in the absence of recourse against an identified third party, or damage attributable to THE RENTER, as well as in case of theft.
2 - CONDITIONS TO BE MET FOR RENTING
THE RENTER must provide and justify essential information for the establishment of the rental agreement, namely: their identity, address (identity card or passport), proof of address, a credit card in their name, and a valid national (French) or European state driver’s license, valid for the category of vehicle requiring it. Every driver must be over 25 years old and under 75 years old, hold a valid driver’s license for more than 3 years, valid and corresponding to the category of vehicle rented for category B vehicles.
THE RENTER must present a valid driver’s license to THE LESSOR at the time of vehicle pickup. THE RENTER must not have had a driver’s license suspension within the 24 months preceding the rental.
For RENTERS holding a foreign driver’s license outside the European Union, a valid international driver’s license must also be presented.
In the event of vehicle unavailability due to force majeure, no compensation will be due by THE LESSOR if they have notified THE RENTER of the unavailability at least 1 hour before the agreed vehicle pickup time.
3 - USE AND DRIVING OF THE VEHICLE
The vehicle may only be driven by individuals who have been previously and expressly approved by the lessor and identified in the specific conditions.
3-1 VEHICLE CONDITION
A departure inventory form, provided to THE RENTER at the time of vehicle pickup, indicates the descriptive condition of the vehicle at departure. THE RENTER must report to THE LESSOR, before departure, any apparent defect that is not listed on it so that these observations can be added to the inventory form by THE LESSOR. Otherwise, THE LESSOR is deemed to have provided a vehicle in conformity with the descriptive condition and will not take into account claims regarding apparent damages that have not been reported at the time of departure and mentioned on the inventory form. The vehicle is handed over to THE RENTER in a clean condition. The vehicle must be returned in the same condition as received. A return inventory form is established and signed upon the vehicle’s return. In the event that THE RENTER refuses to sign the descriptive condition upon the vehicle’s return, the renter accepts that the lessor may use an independent automotive expert to establish the return descriptive condition, and the cost of this expert will be charged to them. All repair costs not resulting from damages with a third party or resulting from damages with a third party (interior and exterior damages to the vehicle, including elements constituting the convertible top), made necessary by THE RENTER’s actions, will be added to the rental cost and deducted from the security deposit. These damages will be assessed by a company mandated by THE LESSOR for invoicing to THE RENTER. All vehicle equipment, GPS, Bluetooth speaker, picnic basket, tools, or any other equipment present in the vehicle are the property of THE LESSOR and must be present and in good condition upon vehicle return. In case of absence or breakage of any of these items upon return, the costs related to the repair or replacement of these equipment will be deducted from the security deposit. A cleaning fee may be requested if cleaning has not been carried out at the end of the rental, at a fixed amount of 80 euros.
3-2 VEHICLE USAGE
THE RENTER must drive the rented vehicle with caution and in accordance with the Highway Code and other regulations, particularly without being under the influence of alcohol, narcotics, or any substance that may affect driving. The rented vehicle must be used according to its intended purpose (transport of passengers for a tourist vehicle and transport of goods for a utility vehicle). In accordance with the principle of personal liability, THE RENTER is responsible for any infractions committed during the rental period and will be liable for all fines, tolls, traffic tickets, violations of the Highway Code, and similar fees (including fines related to improper parking or parking fees) throughout the rental period. THE LESSOR reserves the right to charge THE RENTER for any amount paid for an offense or fine attributable to THE RENTER, as well as the management fees of the traffic tickets related to a traffic offense or parking rules violation committed by THE RENTER during the rental period, with a fixed amount of 50 euros per ticket. THE RENTER undertakes to exercise increased caution during certain maneuvers or crossings of road structures (particularly speed bumps) considering the dimensions of the vehicles. The Renter agrees: – To allow only the drivers mentioned in the rental agreement to drive the vehicle. – Not to leave the keys, GPS device, and Bluetooth speaker in the vehicle outside of usage periods. – To use and maintain the vehicle in good condition (respecting engine warm-up times and monitoring dashboard instruments, especially temperature and oil pressure). – To only drive on roads suitable for motor vehicle traffic. – To comply with the vehicle’s intended purpose (private vehicle) and not to sublet the vehicle, transport passengers for hire, or in a number exceeding the vehicle’s seating capacity. – Not to use the vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs or any other substance affecting consciousness or reaction capacity. – Not to tow or push other vehicles, trailers, or any other objects and make no modifications to it. – Not to use it for illegal or immoral purposes. – Not to intentionally commit an offense. Restrictions on vehicle usage: The vehicle must remain within the territory of the Corsica region unless prior authorization is obtained from the lessor as indicated in the specific conditions. – The rented vehicle must not be used while overloaded or to transport more passengers than indicated on the vehicle’s registration certificate, or for the paid transport of passengers. – The rented vehicle must not be used for competitions, to propel or tow another vehicle. – The rented vehicle must not be used for illegal purposes, for driving instruction, or on unpaved roads. Goods and luggage transported in the vehicle, including their packaging or securing, must neither damage the vehicle nor pose abnormal risks to its occupants. THE RENTER is subject to all legislative, regulatory, or customs obligations relating to the transport of goods carried out using the vehicle. Smoking in the rented vehicle or transporting animals is prohibited.
When the vehicle is parked, even for a short stop, the TENANT undertakes to lock the vehicle, to use the alarm and/or anti-theft devices with which the vehicle is equipped, and not to leave optional equipment provided (GPS, Bluetooth speaker) or personal belongings visible. The TENANT must never leave the vehicle unattended with the keys in the ignition or inside the vehicle.
In case of damage, theft, or accident, the TENANT agrees to make a written report to the LESSOR by any means, within 24 hours following the incident. The TENANT must provide the LESSOR with the accident report or the theft declaration receipt issued by the authorities, as well as the keys and documents of the vehicle, within a maximum period of 3 days from the occurrence of the event or from the date on which he became aware of the event, unless the TENANT can demonstrate that the non-return of the keys is due to a cause not attributable to him or to a case of force majeure. If the TENANT cannot return the vehicle’s documents, he must pay the loan cost until he provides an official attestation of loss or theft, as well as the fees for issuing duplicates.
3-3 MAINTENANCE / MECHANICAL PROBLEMS
During the rental period and depending on the number of kilometers traveled, the TENANT must perform routine checks on oil levels, water and other fluids, tire pressure, etc., in accordance with normal vehicle usage. The TENANT shall remain vigilant to any warning signals emitted by the warning lights on the vehicle dashboard and shall take all necessary precautionary measures, such as emergency stops. In the event of fuel error, the costs of repatriating and repairing the vehicle will be borne by the TENANT and deducted from the security deposit. The vehicle is provided with tires that comply with road regulations. In the event of damage to any of them for reasons other than normal wear and tear, hidden defect, or force majeure, the TENANT undertakes to replace it immediately and at his own expense with an identical tire of the same type, brand, and equal wear. Similarly, damages caused to the vehicle’s rims will be the responsibility of the TENANT. In case of malfunction of the odometer, the TENANT shall immediately notify the LESSOR. If the odometer malfunction is due to fraud by the TENANT, he will be charged a mileage allowance calculated on the basis of 500 kilometers per day. In the event of a breakdown immobilizing the vehicle, the TENANT undertakes to call upon the LESSOR’s assistance service, the number of which is indicated on the rented vehicle and in the general assistance provisions, and to inform the LESSOR as soon as possible. Any mechanical transformation or intervention on the vehicle is prohibited without prior authorization from the LESSOR.
4 – RESERVATION
A reservation applies only to a category of vehicles and the corresponding price (chosen by the TENANT), not to the make and model of the vehicle. In the event of unavailability of the vehicle model chosen by the TENANT at the time of booking due to mechanical problems or any other problem beyond the LESSOR’s responsibility or due to weather conditions making the use of the model complicated, the LESSOR will inform the TENANT on the day of vehicle delivery and will propose an equivalent vehicle model. If the TENANT does not show up on the agreed date and no later than 2 hours after the time indicated at the time of booking, the LESSOR is not obliged to maintain the reservation. Any reservation will only be considered effective upon receipt of payment of a 50% Deposit by the TENANT.
5- RENTAL DURATION
5-1 DURATION CALCULATION
The TENANT undertakes to return the vehicle to the LESSOR on the date and time specified in the rental agreement, failing which he will be liable to civil and criminal prosecution. The duration is calculated in periods of 24 hours, according to the departure and return times proposed by the LESSOR. Beyond 1 hour of exceeding the agreed return time, the TENANT will be charged 50 euros per hour of late start. If the TENANT wishes to return the vehicle before the end date set in the contract, it will be his responsibility to obtain prior agreement from the LESSOR. The TENANT cannot keep the vehicle beyond the duration specified in the contract. Any request for additional day(s) of rental must be the subject of a new reservation, previously accepted by the LESSOR, and will result in the conclusion of a new rental contract. In the absence of a written agreement for a possible extension, and except in cases of force majeure, the LESSOR reserves the right to recover the vehicle wherever it is found at the expense of the TENANT.
5-2 END OF RENTAL
The rental ends with the return of the vehicle, its keys, and its documents to the LESSOR’s premises and during their opening hours. Under no circumstances shall the TENANT return the keys to persons other than the LESSOR. If the vehicle is returned without its keys, they will be invoiced to the TENANT. If the return requires repatriation due to the TENANT’s fault, the corresponding costs will be invoiced to the TENANT. The responsibility of the TENANT is engaged until the end of the rental agreement, except in cases of force majeure as well as in case of confiscation or sealing of the vehicle; the rental agreement may be terminated automatically as soon as the LESSOR is informed by the judicial authorities or by the TENANT. Any use of the vehicle that would harm the LESSOR would authorize the latter to terminate the contract automatically. In case of theft, the rental agreement is terminated upon transmission to the LESSOR of the complaint filed by the TENANT with the competent authorities. In the event of an accident requiring the immobilization of the vehicle, the rental agreement is terminated upon transmission to the LESSOR of the duly completed amicable report by the TENANT and the possible third party. The vehicle is rented with a full tank and must be returned by the TENANT to the LESSOR with a full tank. The TENANT therefore only pays for what he has consumed. If the vehicle is not returned with a full tank, the missing fuel will be invoiced at a rate of 4 € per liter and 20 euros for handling. In this case, please note that the bill can quickly increase. The amount may be deducted from the security deposit. The TENANT must provide the fuel receipt or present a photo of the gas pump to the LESSOR when returning the vehicle. If the vehicle is not returned to the departure and return location of the rented vehicle, the repatriation costs of the vehicle will be deducted from the security deposit.
6 - RENTAL PRICE
6-1 PAYMENT
The TENANT must pay a 50% Deposit upon reservation and the remaining 50% two weeks before the rental. The security deposit will be made by the TENANT at the latest upon delivery of the vehicle by means of a pre-authorization by credit card in the name and first name of the TENANT. The cost of the rental is calculated according to the rates in force at the time of booking. In case of non-payment under these conditions, the vehicle will not be made available to the TENANT.
6-2 APPLICABLE RATE
The rates applicable to the rental are those in effect at the time of booking and correspond to the conditions stated on the booking voucher issued on that occasion. The rate mentioned in the specific conditions for the rental of the vehicle includes the cost of insurance. The rate is calculated based on the model, the duration of the rental, and the mileage traveled (flat rate for 150 km/day with an additional charge of €0.90/km beyond 150 km). The LESSOR reserves the right to modify its sales conditions at any time. In this case, the applicable conditions will be those in effect at the time of booking by the LESSEE.
6-3 SECURITY DEPOSIT
The amount of the security deposit, deposited upon signing the contract, is indicated on the vehicle rental contract. The amount of the security deposit may vary depending on the rented model (between three thousand Euros and six thousand Euros). It is intended to guarantee the LESSOR the payment of all sums for which the LESSEE would be liable under the obligations undertaken within the framework of the rental. In the absence of any amount due by the LESSEE to the LESSOR, the security deposit will be refunded to them within a maximum period of 8 days from the end of the rental, if applicable, in the form of cancellation of the bank pre-authorization given. In the event that the LESSEE owes sums to the LESSOR under this contract, the LESSEE expressly authorizes the LESSOR to withhold the amounts due from the security deposit, justifying the amount by an estimate prepared by a professional.
6-4 CANCELLATION
For car rentals, the provisions of Article L. 221-28 of the Consumer Code provide for no right of withdrawal for the LESSEE. However, the LESSOR reserves the right for the LESSEE to cancel any reservations up to one month before the start of the rental. However, the deposit paid by the LESSEE is not refunded. The LESSOR offers a credit corresponding to the amount paid, valid for one year. – For any cancellations less than 15 days before the rental start date, the total amount is due. In the event that no payment has been made by the LESSEE, cancellation fees of €150 will be invoiced and payable within 8 days from the date of the invoice.
6-5 LATE PAYMENT
Any LESSEE in arrears with payment is automatically liable for a fixed recovery indemnity, the amount of which is set by decree No. 2012-1115 at €40.
7 – VEHICLE CONDITION
The Vehicle is delivered in good apparent working and body condition, with tires in good condition. By signing the contract, the renter accepts the vehicle in the condition it is in and undertakes to return it in the same condition. A descriptive condition of the vehicle is attached to the contract. It indicates any apparent damage to the vehicle, the number of kilometers traveled by the vehicle, and the fuel level. The LESSEE agrees to verify that the condition of the vehicle corresponds to the description and to draw up a joint report before departure if the LESSEE notices any apparent defects not listed. Otherwise, the rented vehicle will be considered as conforming to the description. The LESSOR will not consider any claims regarding apparent damage that have not been reported on the description. The LESSEE may not remove or modify either the ownership plates affixed to the rented vehicle or the inscriptions made by the lessor. The LESSEE may not add any inscription or mark on the rented vehicle without the lessor’s authorization. The LESSOR provides the lessee with a vehicle with a full tank of fuel. The LESSEE is asked to return the vehicle with a full tank of fuel. Otherwise, the missing fuel will be charged upon return (see conditions in paragraph 5-2).
8 - INSURANCE
All vehicles are covered by a “Comprehensive Automobile Insurance” policy in accordance with current regulations. The guarantees covered by this policy as well as the exclusions are mentioned in a notice provided to the LESSEE. The term “insured” refers to any person whose liability is engaged by the custody or driving of the insured vehicle with the LESSOR’s or LESSEE’s authorization. Every LESSEE thus undertakes to participate as an insured party for the benefit of an automobile insurance policy. By this contract, the LESSEE agrees to this policy and undertakes to observe its clauses and conditions. Moreover, the LESSEE undertakes to take all useful measures to protect the interests of the LESSOR and the LESSOR’s insurance company in the event of an accident during the term of this contract, namely: – alert the police or gendarmerie authorities within 24 hours of discovering any theft, act of vandalism, or bodily injury accident. – notify the LESSOR within 24 hours of discovering any accident, theft, act of vandalism, or fire. – mention in the accident report particularly the circumstances, the names and addresses of potential witnesses, the name and address of the opposing party’s insurance company, as well as the policy number, – attach to this report any police or gendarmerie report, receipt of complaint, etc., and in no case discuss liability or negotiate or settle with third parties regarding the accident, not abandon the vehicle without ensuring its safeguarding and security. Failure to provide an amicable report or accident report upon return of the vehicle will result in full invoicing of the repairs resulting from the accident.
9 - LIABILITY AND WARRANTIES
The LESSEE is responsible for the vehicle in their custody. The LESSEE is responsible for damages other than normal wear and tear suffered by the vehicle for all causes unrelated to the LESSOR’s actions, unless the LESSEE can prove their absence of fault. At the end of the rental, the LESSEE may be billed for certain amounts, particularly for damages, losses, or theft of the vehicle. The amount potentially due from the LESSEE will be determined based on the coverage of the claim by the LESSOR’s insurance.
9-1 TENANT'S LIABILITY COVERED BY LESSOR'S INSURANCE
The TENANT is responsible for damages covered by the LESSOR’s insurance company as mentioned in the notice provided to the TENANT. They will remain liable for any damages caused to the upper parts of the bodywork, the bodywork itself, the interior, and the visible mechanical parts. For the invisible parts of the vehicle (oil sump, engine, exhaust, etc.) that may be damaged, the fault of the TENANT will be investigated. Subject to the provisions of Article 3-2 in case of theft, the TENANT is covered by the LESSOR’s insurance company subject to compliance with the conditions herein and provided the keys, vehicle registration documents, and the theft complaint certificate issued by the competent authorities are returned. The TENANT is responsible for interior damages to the vehicle caused intentionally or unintentionally (breakage of accessories, cigarette burns, damage caused by transported goods, their packaging or securing, etc.), unless the TENANT can prove their innocence. In the event of a responsible claim, a claim without an identified third party, or without the possibility of recourse against an identified third party, in case of theft, subject to the provisions of Article 3-2, as well as in case of damages suffered by the vehicle, the TENANT will be liable up to the deductible amount specified in the insurance notice provided to the TENANT and applied per claim. In the event of a claim with an identified third party (whether responsible or not), the deductible will also apply per claim. This deductible (amount per claim ranging from 3000 Euros to 6,000 Euros depending on the rented model) is applied in case of theft, fire, and all accident damages, or these deductibles in case of multiple claims during the same contract, will also apply to damages caused to third parties even in the absence of damage to the vehicle. For each claim, the deductible amount will be invoiced to the TENANT at the end of the rental based on supporting documents provided by the LESSOR and will be debited from the security deposit amount (see Article 6.3 herein).
9-2 TENANT'S LIABILITY NOT COVERED BY LESSOR'S INSURANCE
The TENANT shall be held responsible for losses, thefts, or damages caused to all goods and valuables transported or left by them or any other person on or in the vehicle during the rental period or after the return of the vehicle. All vehicle repair costs resulting from the TENANT’s fault will be in addition to the rental cost and will be invoiced to the TENANT. The LESSOR’s liability cannot be sought for any loss or damage caused by the TENANT or any third party due to loading or unloading of the vehicle, including damages caused by or to a vehicle door or liftgate. Failure to comply with any of the obligations expressly stipulated in Articles 2 and 3-2 of these General Conditions will result in the forfeiture of contractual guarantees and deprive the TENANT of any coverage by the LESSOR’s insurance. The vehicle is insured only for the duration of the rental period indicated in the rental agreement. After this period, the LESSOR disclaims any responsibility for accidents that the TENANT may cause and which the TENANT will have to personally deal with. The TENANT will be responsible for all damages not covered by the LESSOR’s insurance under the conditions of common law liability. All repair costs attributable to the TENANT will be at their expense and will be in addition to the rental cost. The amounts due under this article will be invoiced to them at the end of the rental based on supporting documents provided by the LESSOR, and will be debited from the security deposit amount or will be claimed in addition to the security deposit if its amount is insufficient.
10 - PROCESSING OF PERSONAL DATA
Personal information concerning natural persons, collected during the contract, will only be used and communicated to recipients declared to the National Commission for Data Protection and Liberties, for the sole needs of administrative management or commercial actions or to comply with legal and regulatory obligations. They may give rise to the exercise of the right of access and rectification under the conditions provided by Law No. 78-17 relating to data processing, files, and freedoms, of January 6, 1978.
11 – APPLICABLE LEGISLATION
These general conditions are governed by French law. The services provided through the Classic Car Corsica website comply with the regulations applicable in France. Classic Car Corsica shall not be liable for any failure to comply with the legislation of the country in which the services are provided, which it is the sole responsibility of the CLIENT, solely responsible for the requested services, to verify. Any dispute relating to the execution or interpretation of this contract, which cannot be resolved amicably, shall be under the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Bastia. This contract is subject to French law.
