County Car Rentals is Ireland’s largest independent car rental company. County Car Rentals is family owned and managed and has been in operation for a long time. The business was set up in1952 by Bernard Loughran, and is now managed by his son Bernard with assistance from his grandchildren Bernard and Gillian. County Car Rentals keeps it's rates low by running an efficient operation and not having an expensive franchise name or major advertising. County Car Rentals has built its business over the years simply by offering good value for money along with great service.
When the business was set up in 1952, one of the first renters was a Mr David Hewitt from Birmingham, England, who arrived in Dun Laoghaire off the mail boat with his new bride Kathleen to spend a week honeymooning in Ireland. The mail boat has now been replaced with the world’s largest and most luxurious high speed ferry the HSS, operated by Stena. County Car Rentals has continued its tradition of offering lowest prices for car rental in Ireland and also has greatly improved its facilities and service. In recent years David and Kathleen Hewitt’s grandchildren Maureen and John have been frequent renters from County Car Rentals arriving with their own families for self drive holidays in Ireland!
At County Car Rentals we never lose track of how important our customer's are. County Car Rentals has to work even harder because it is competing with major multinational car rental companies who have huge promotion budgets. County Car Rentals has a network of repeat customers and excellent representatives worldwide who have been working with us for many years and who understand County Car Rentals' commitment to cheapest car rental rates in Ireland, combined with best service and value. All County staff from family members to administrative staff are involved in serving our customers.
We provide lowest priced car rental in Ireland with best quality and service. We strive to maintain our base of loyal and repeat customers.
County Car Rentals Rental Terms for travel between 01-Jan-2008 and 31-Dec-2008
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. The deposit required to secure your vehicle (as shown on the secure booking page) will only be processed on your credit card when your booking is confirmed. Please note that a 1.75% credit card charge will be added when your payment is processed.
A booking is confirmed when you have been emailed a confirmation voucher and at this stage the deposit is processed on your card and becomes non-refundable and any cancellation fees stated in the supplier's terms apply. Upon receipt of your confirmation, please check your details carefully and notify us immediately if there are any incorrect details, as it may not be possible to make changes at a later date.
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.
Amendments
Please note that some suppliers treat an amendment as a new booking and apply the rate current at the time the amendment is made to recalculate the entire booking amount (not just the days changed). If the rental period is increased, an additional deposit may be required. If the rental period is shortened which results in a reduction of the rental charges, the deposit amount will remain unchanged, and the difference between the original and revised deposit is forfeited (it cannot be used towards remaining rental charges). To request a change to a confirmed booking, please use the alterations request link on your confirmation. Any alterations are subject to availability and the approval of the supplier. In addition to the alteration policy of the supplier stated in their terms, the following charges will apply:
Car rental alterations (all charges stated in local currency):
To change dates or times that result in a recalculation of rental rates, or to change vehicles or locations: 25.00
To add or remove extras to/from a confirmed booking: 10.00
Motorhome rental alterations (all charges stated in local currency):
To change dates or times that result in a recalculation of rental rates, or to change vehicles or locations: 75.00
To add or remove extras to/from confirmed booking: 20.00
The alteration fee will not be charged if your alteration request is not possible.
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.
County Car Rentals Insurance
INSURANCE WAIVERS AND PROTECTIONS
INSURANCES, WAIVERS, PROTECTIONS ISSUED BY OTHERS
County Car Rentals only recognises insurances, waivers and protections supplied by County Car Rentals or by an Irish based insurance company.
Without insurances, waivers or protections supplied by County Car Rentals or supplied by Irish based insurance companies, the renter is totally responsible for, and must pay County Car Rentals directly for, any and all damage to the rental car irrespective of how it is caused and irrespective of who is at fault.
Insurances, waivers and protections issued by companies outside of Ireland do not apply to the rental vehicle, there is no direct cover arranged with County Car Rentals, whatever arrangement exists is between the renter and the issuing company.
RENTER’S RIGHT TO DECLINE INSURANCES, WAIVERS AND PROTECTIONS
County Car Rentals permits renters to decline insurances, waivers and protections offered by County Car Rentals.
RENTER’S RESPONSIBILITIES IF DECLINING INSURANCES, WAIVERS AND PROTECTIONS
If renter declines insurances, waivers and protections offered by County Car Rentals and renter does not transfer cover by an Irish based insurance company, then renter personally assumes total financial responsibility for damage to or loss of the rental vehicle and will be charged by County Car Rentals for all damage to or loss of the rental vehicle.
RENTER’S BOND REQUIREMENTS
If renter declines insurances, waivers and protections offered by County Car Rentals, then, at commencement of rental, renter will be required to leave a bond of €15,000 or the value of the vehicle whichever is greater and this must be deposited with County Car Rentals. This will be held as guarantee for renter’s commitment to pay for damage to or loss of the rental vehicle. This bond must be in the form of Euro cash or bank guarantee. Credit cards, personal cheques or other forms of payment for bond are not acceptable. Refunds of bond will only be made if vehicle is returned undamaged. Refund will be made only at County Car Rentals head office Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
USE OF VEHICLE FOR HIRE OR REWARD
Rental Vehicle may not be used for hire or reward for carriage of passengers and goods. No Insurance applies in this case.
RENTAL OPTIONS AND CHARGES
RENTAL CHARGES
(For pre-booking there are excellent value packages available incorporating many of the charges)
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Charges |
Basic Rental.
This covers the rental of the vehicle with one driver and unlimited kilometres over three days. Basic Rental charges also include Liability Insurance. |
Rates will vary
best rates are available when
pre-booking |
Liability Insurance.
This is the most important insurance cover you will require in Ireland. It covers the driver against claims by third parties for property and injury claims. This insurance does not cover the rental vehicle for damages. |
This insurance is mandatory in Ireland and is included in the basic rental charge
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Collision Damage Waiver (CDW)
Discount rates may apply where combined with Basic Rental. Payment for C.D.W covers the rental vehicle in the event of damage by the renter or by another vehicle. Without this cover the renter will be responsible for all damages to the rental vehicle. We recommend that this cover be taken.
C.D.W is subject to an excess.
The excess will be higher for higher risk drivers (under 25 or over 70, and all drivers from country where driving is not on left)
Note: Collision Damage Waiver does not apply if the renter uses or permits the vehicle to be used in a reckless, careless or wanton manner, or is in violation of Irish road law or has consumption of alcohol or prescribed substances.
In this case renter will be responsible for all damage to the vehicle.
Excess
May be abbreviated to Deductible or DED on Rental Contract |
Groups Rate/Day Excess High Risk Excess
A – C €10.00 €1100 €1700
D – F €14.00 €1400 €2200
G - L G - L €17.00 €2100 €2700
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THEFT PROTECTION (T.P.)
Payment for Theft Protection covers the rented vehicle in the event that it is stolen or damaged while attempted to be stolen. This cover does not apply if the renter leaves the vehicle unlocked, or parked in an unsecured area or leaves the keys unsecured. This does not cover theft of renter’s property. An excess applies. We recommend that T.P. be taken out.
Excess
May be abbreviated to Deductible or DED on Rental Contract |
Groups Rate/Day Excess
A – C €6.00 €550
D – F €6.00 €850
G - N €6.00 €1150 |
Master Cover (MC)
Payment for Master Cover reduces the CDW and TP excess to a nominal amount. We recommend that this cover be taken.
The excess will be higher for higher risk drivers (under 25 or over 70, and all drivers from countries where driving is not on left)
Note: Master Cover does not apply if the renter uses or permits the vehicle to be used in a reckless, careless or wanton manner, or is in violation of Irish road law or has consumption of alcohol or prescribed substances.
In this case renter will be responsible for all damage to the vehicle.
Excess
May be abbreviated to Deductible or DED on Rental Contract
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Groups Rate/Day Excess High Risk
Reduced Excess
To: Reduced
To:
A - C €12.00 €150 € 700
D-F D – F €14.00 €250 € 900
G-L G – L €16.00 €400 €1000
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EXTRA DRIVER
Basic Rental covers one driver. Extra drivers can be added at an extra charge. Rentals less than 7 days in duration may only have a second driver when the driver is from a country with driving on the left.
Maximum number of extra driver’s is one.
Extra drivers, are subject to the same conditions as the renter. |
7.00 Euro per day
Maximum Charge per rental 84.00 Euro |
TYRE AND WINDSCREEN PROTECTION (TWP)
Payment for TWP covers the tyres for punctures and windscreen cracks and replacement. Does not apply for collision with potholes, side of road, driving while tyre is deflated or any other collision. We recommend that this protection be taken. |
Days Rate/Day
1-3 €6.00
4+ €4.00
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PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE (PAI)
PAI provides extra cover for the driver and passengers for permanent total disablement, loss of eyes or limbs as a result of an accident in the car. |
€6.00 - PER DAY
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