Providing one of the best fleets of vehicles for your driving pleasue our fleet of new vehicles are constantly being replaced so that the most up to date models are always available with only low kilometres. The average age of vehicles on our fleet is just 6 months. Our aim is to consistently offer your clients a late model, low mileage vehicle in tip-top order at exceptional value.
In over 30 locations throughout New Zealand including all major airport terminals and city locations, we are always looking to expand into other areas as demand requires.
Whether you’re traveling on business, for pleasure or any other reason, let us help you get on the road. Our friendly staff will aim to make your vehicle rental experience as pleasant and hassle free as we can.
First Rate Car Hire NZ Rental Terms for travel between 01-Apr-2009 and 31-Dec-2009
Terms of booking on this website
Information disclaimer
The rates on this website are often heavily discounted. This is due to our negotiated rates and bulk buying power. On very rare occasions, a rate may be displayed incorrectly due to our, or a vehicle supplier's error. In such a case, if you book with us at a quoted rate that is incorrect, we will notify you of any price change and give you the option to proceed or cancel. We make every effort to keep information on our site up to date, but we cannot guarantee this website is free of errors or omissions and retain the right to update or change the information published at any time.
Liability
To the extent permitted by law we/the owners of this website will not be liable to you or to any third party (whether in contract, tort, or otherwise) for any direct, indirect or consequential loss or damage (including but not limited to any accident, injury, delay or loss of enjoyment) arising out of your reliance upon information contained on this website, including but not limited to your use (or inability to use) any products or services described or procured through this website.
When you pick up your vehicle, you will be required to sign a rental agreement with the supplier of the vehicle. Your rental and use of the vehicle will be governed by the terms of the rental agreement and any other documentation or information provided to you by the supplier at the time you pick up your vehicle. The rental agreement is between you and the supplier and we will not be liable to you or to any third party in relation to the terms of the supplier's rental agreement or any other documentation provided to you by the supplier at the time of pick up.
While we will make reasonable efforts to ensure we are representing only reputable suppliers, we make no warranty about the fitness or suitability of any third party (supplier) product or service and will not accept responsibility for the quality or fitness of any vehicle. We welcome feedback from our customers on their experience with our suppliers. We may, at our discretion, provide you with reasonable assistance in resolving any dispute you may have with a supplier.
Our total liability to you in relation to your use of this website and the information contained on this website will not exceed the dollar amount of the deposit we have received from you in relation to your booking/rental. Refunds will not be made for bookings cancelled due to inclement weather. Again, we strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance. Your use of this website is governed by the laws of New Zealand and the jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.
Booking information
To make a booking you must complete our booking form which is easy to follow and secured with the latest encryption technology. Once we receive your form, we will, subject to availability, confirm your booking by emailing you a confirmation voucher and invoice.
If you are booking via phone, please make sure you have read the terms and conditions of the vehicle you wish to rent first. Our reservations consultant will ask you if you have read the terms and agree to them before proceeding. The onus is always on the renter to ensure they make themselves fully aware of the terms displayed on our website.
Information disclosure
In booking on this website you acknowledge that we disclose your information to your selected Supplier in order to provide the requested rental services.
Vehicle capacity and fitness to drive
Under no circumstances are you permitted to carry more passengers than the vehicle you rent is legally registered to carry, and if you do your insurance may be invalidated. The number of seatbelts (and passengers) is indicated next to each vehicle on this website. Luggage capacity where shown is an indication only and we will not be responsible should you be unable to fit your entire luggage into a vehicle. It is your responsibility to choose a journey that is within your capabilities. A vehicle supplier can refuse to rent a vehicle to any person who is in their opinion unfit to drive or does not meet eligibility requirements. In such circumstances we will have no further liability to you.
First Rate Car Hire NZ Insurance Insurance
Comprehensive Motor Vehicle Insurance including third party and public liability is included in our rates. An accident damage excess (ADE) does apply.
Accident Damage Excess (ADE)
ADE applies to all rentals. This excess may be reduced (at the renter’s option) at the time of rental by purchasing Accident Excess Reduction (AER) or Glass Cover Insurance (GCI).
| |
ECMR - FWAR |
IFAR - XVAR |
| Accident Damage Excess (ADE) |
$2925 |
$3375 |
Important:
The renter will be fully liable for any damage to the Supplier vehicle and any third party property, if the terms and conditions of the rental agreement are breached.
Accident Excess Reduction (AER)
This excess may be reduced (at the renter’s option) at the time of rental by purchasing Accident Excess Reduction (AER). The current rates are listed below and are inclusive of GST:
| |
ECAR-FWAR |
ECAR-FWAR |
IFAR-XVAR |
IFAR-XVAR |
| Rental Length |
1-6 Days |
7-999 days |
1-6 Days |
7-999 days |
| Accident Excess Reduction (AER) |
$27/ day
|
$18/day |
$27/ day |
$18/day |
Reduced Excess (With AER)
Glass Excess (With AER) |
$270
NIL |
$270
$NIL |
$337.5
NIL |
$337.5
$NIL |
| Glass Cover Insurance (GCI) |
$5.62 |
$5.62 |
$5.62 |
$5.62 |
| Reduced Glass Excess (With GCI) |
NIL |
NIL |
NIL |
NIL |
Glass Cover Insurance (GCI)
The excess on glass only (windscreens, windows, headlights) may be reduced (at the renter’s option) to NIL at the time of rental by purchasing GCI. GCI may be purchased alone or in conjunction with AER above. Some AER options may include GCI.
(ADE and fuel bonds are refundable when vehicle is returned upon completion of the hire, undamaged and full of fuel – refunds may take up to 10 working days to process) |