IMPORTANT: By completing a booking, paying a deposit, or ticking the agreement box on our booking form, you confirm you have read and agree to these Terms and Conditions in full. These terms form a legally binding contract.
1. Definitions
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Perth Van Hire / Owner | The vehicle hire business operating as Perth Van Hire, ABN 76 885 140 071 |
| Hirer | The person who has made the booking and is named on the hire agreement |
| Vehicle | The Hyundai iMax people mover hired under this agreement |
| Hire Period | The period from the agreed pickup time to the agreed return time |
| Bond | The $650 pre-authorisation held on the Hirer's card at pickup |
| Deposit | The 30% non-refundable booking deposit paid at time of confirmation |
| Balance | The remaining 70% of the hire fee payable at pickup |
2. Eligibility Requirements
The Hirer must meet ALL of the following before the vehicle will be released:
- Hold a current, valid, full Australian driver's licence (Class C or equivalent)
- Be 21 years of age or older at the time of pickup
- Provisional (P1 or P2) and Learner licences are NOT accepted
- Overseas licences accepted only with a valid International Driving Permit
- Licence must be presented in person at pickup — no exceptions
- Name on licence must match the name on the booking
Perth Van Hire reserves the right to refuse hire to any person who cannot satisfy these requirements. In such cases the deposit is forfeited.
3. Booking & Payment
3.1 How Payment Works — 3 Steps
| Step | When | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Booking Deposit | At booking confirmation | 30% of hire fee | Non-refundable once paid. Secures your booking. |
| 2. Balance Payment | At pickup | Remaining 70% | Paid by card before van is released. |
| 3. Bond Pre-Auth | At pickup | $650 hold only | NOT a charge. Released within 24hrs of satisfactory return. |
3.2 Pricing
| Hire Period | iMax Premier | iMax Classic |
|---|---|---|
| Half Day (up to 5 hours) | $95 incl. GST | $85 incl. GST |
| Full Day (up to 10 hours) | $130 incl. GST | $115 incl. GST |
| Weekend (Fri PM – Mon AM) | $320 incl. GST | $280 incl. GST |
| Weekly (7 days) | $500 incl. GST | $500 incl. GST |
Cash is not accepted. All payments by card only.
4. Security Bond
The $650 bond is a pre-authorisation (hold) — it is NOT a charge to your account. Funds are temporarily held by your bank but do not leave your account unless a claim is made. Released within 24 hours of satisfactory return.
Perth Van Hire may make a claim against the bond for: damage to the vehicle, excessive cleaning, fuel shortfall, late return fees, excess kilometre charges, or traffic fines incurred during the hire period. If damage exceeds $650, the Hirer remains liable for the full repair cost.
5. Pickup & Return
5.1 Pickup
- Driver's licence must be presented in person
- $650 bond pre-authorisation placed on card
- Vehicle condition inspection conducted together before departure
- Vehicle provided clean and with a full tank of fuel
5.2 Return
- Vehicle must be returned at the agreed time and location
- Fuel must be returned at the same level as pickup
- Vehicle must be returned in a clean condition
- Bond released within 24 hours of satisfactory return
5.3 Late Return
Late return fee of $30 per hour (or part thereof) deducted from the bond. If a late return affects another customer's booking, the Hirer is liable for any resulting losses.
6. Kilometres & Fuel
| Policy | |
|---|---|
| Kilometres included | 200km per hire day |
| Excess kilometres | 30 cents per km beyond the included allowance |
| Fuel policy | Return at same level as received |
| Fuel shortfall | Cost of refuel plus $25 administration fee |
7. Cancellation Policy
| Notice Given | Refund |
|---|---|
| Any cancellation by Hirer | Deposit forfeited — no refund |
| No-show | Full hire amount charged — no refund |
| Cancellation by Perth Van Hire | Full deposit refunded |
Cancellations must be made in writing to perthvan4hire@gmail.com or via SMS to 0451 774 732.
8. Permitted & Prohibited Use
8.1 Permitted
- Personal and business travel within Western Australia
- Group transport — families, corporate, school, sports, events, weddings
- Travel on sealed public roads only
8.2 Prohibited
- Carrying more than 8 passengers at any time
- Use on unsealed, dirt, gravel, or off-road tracks
- Sub-letting or hiring the vehicle to any other person
- Racing, rallies, or speed events
- Transporting hazardous or illegal materials
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Pushing or towing any other vehicle
- Travel outside of Western Australia without prior written approval
- Commercial passenger transport — this is self-drive hire only. No rideshare, taxi, or charter use.
9. Self-Drive Only — No Driver Provided
Perth Van Hire provides self-drive vehicle hire only. No driver, chauffeur, or operator is provided under any circumstances. The Hirer is solely responsible for the operation of the vehicle during the hire period.
10. Accidents & Damage
In the event of an accident, the Hirer must:
- Ensure safety of all passengers and call 000 if required
- Notify Perth Van Hire immediately — 0451 774 732
- Obtain details of all other parties involved
- Take photographs of all vehicles, damage, and the scene
- Not admit fault or liability to any other party
- Obtain a police event number if injury or significant damage occurred
The Hirer is responsible for all damage occurring during the hire period including collision damage, tyre damage, windscreen damage, and interior damage. Where damage exceeds the bond, the Hirer remains liable for the full repair cost.
11. Traffic Fines & Infringements
The Hirer is solely responsible for all traffic fines, parking infringements, toll charges, and penalties incurred during the hire period. A $30 administration fee applies to any fine processed by Perth Van Hire on the Hirer's behalf.
12. Privacy
Perth Van Hire collects personal information for the purpose of processing hire bookings. This information is stored securely and not shared with third parties except where required by law or for payment processing.
13. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of Western Australia. Any dispute will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Western Australia.
14. Contact
| Method | Details |
|---|---|
| Phone | 0451 774 732 |
| perthvan4hire@gmail.com | |
| Website | perthvanhire.com.au |
| ABN | 76 885 140 071 |
Hirer Acknowledgement
By signing below or completing an online booking, I confirm that I have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions in full.