Section 1: All rental agreements are subject to the General Conditions of Blue Flamingo Carrental Bonaire. The hirer declares to agree with the General Conditions of Blue Flamingo Carrental. Only persons designated in the rental agreement as the renter or (co)driver may drive the vehicle. Driving the vehicle is only permitted for persons 23 years of age and older and in possession of a valid driver’s license B. At the conclusion of the rental agreement, identification by means of a driver’s license and a passport is mandatory. The renter is not allowed to make the vehicle available to a person who is not listed as the renter in the rental agreement. The renter is liable to the rental company in the same way as for his own conduct for the conduct of those who drive or use the vehicle with his approval.
Section 2: The rental period established at the time of the final reservation is binding on the parties. The reservation is final from the moment the landlord has received the deposit or the first installment of the rental. The rental agreement is entered into for the period and rate agreed upon at the time of the final reservation. However, the landlord reserves the right to refuse a tenant without giving reasons. If the tenant cancels the rental agreement, the tenant will owe the full rental fee. The renter agrees to pay the agreed rental fee even if the car is picked up later or returned earlier.
Section 3: The lessee is deemed to have received the car in good condition. Blue Flamingo Carrental Bonaire as lessor is deemed to have delivered the car in good condition. The hirer is obliged to return the hired vehicle to the lessor at the end of the hire in the same condition in which it was accepted. If on the day of return the vehicle does not deliver the vehicle in proper condition, i.e. equipped with all keys, documents and other items, Blue Flamingo Carrental Bonaire shall be entitled to continue the rental of the car until such time as all items have been returned in full to Blue Flamingo Carrental Bonaire. The renter hereby authorizes the rental company or a person further designated by it to open the vehicle regardless of where the vehicle is located or regain possession of the vehicle.
Section 4: The renter must have paid the total rent, including the deposit, before the start of the rental. If there is a long-term rental, the tenant must have paid the first rental instalment, as well as the deposit, before the start of the rental. If the tenant fails to pay the rental installments on time, he will be in default without further notice and will owe USD 10 per day.
Section 5: Renting a car is done at your own risk. The renter is liable for any kind of damage to the renter, third parties and/or goods caused during the rental period. The hirer indemnifies the lessor for any form of damage to the hirer, third parties and/or goods occurring during the rental period. The lessee shall indemnify Blue Flamingo Carrental Bonaire for all fines, fines, penalties and other measures imposed on the lessor in relation to offences committed by the driver and/or passenger during the rental period. Fines, fines, penalties and other measures and resulting costs, including but not limited to administration costs of Blue Flamingo Carrental Bonaire and/or third parties, shall be borne solely by the renter.
Section 6: The renter shall treat the vehicle as befits a good renter. The renter shall ensure that the vehicle is used in accordance with its purpose. “The costs associated with the use of the vehicle, such as costs for fuel, cleaning and parking are the responsibility of the renter during the rental period. The renter may not rent out the vehicle. The renter may not use the vehicle for driving lessons. The renter may not make any changes or repairs to the rented vehicle without written permission from the rental company. The renter may not hold competitions with the vehicle. The renter may not use the vehicle for commercial passenger transportation. The renter may not use the vehicle for scuba diving. The renter shall not drive the vehicle through seawater. The renter shall not sit in the vehicle with wet swimwear. The renter shall not use the vehicle to commit or cause to be committed any criminal offenses. The renter may not use the vehicle to transport flammable, toxic or otherwise dangerous or prohibited substances.
If the renter observes damage or defects, the renter shall not be allowed to use the vehicle if this could lead to an aggravation of the damage or defects or a reduction in road safety. The renter is obliged to report any recognizable and noticeable defects, damage caused to or with the vehicle or loss of the vehicle as soon as possible. The renter must at all times comply with the applicable legislation and traffic rules. The renter undertakes to drive only on paved roads. It is forbidden to use alcohol and/or narcotics and/or medication during or before the ride that (may) affect driving ability. If the driver is under the influence of alcohol and/or narcotics and/or medicines at the time of a damaging event that (can) affect driving ability, the renter is not permitted to use these substances.
(may) affect driving ability, the renter is liable for this damage and the full damage will be recovered from the renter.
Section 6a: The renter is liable for damage to the rented object caused by a failure to fulfill an obligation under the rental agreement attributable to him. If damage is caused as a result of acts or omissions in violation of article 6, or as a result of irresponsible driving, intentional acts or omissions, recklessness bordering on intent, gross negligence or gross negligence on the part of the renter (including if the driver has caused a collision and/or accident while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs and/or medicines that (may) affect driving ability), the entire damage will be recovered from the renter. If the car is driven off-Road, the renter will be charged USD 125 for engine cleaning fees. Lessor reserves the right to have the insurance company investigate any alleged violation or violations of the exclusions listed in this article. In case of police and/or witness statements, statements from BRF (Bonaire Security Force) or other legally acceptable evidence that indicate a shortcoming on the part of the renter, the renter is fully liable for damages to third parties as well as damages to the rented vehicle.
Section 7: Lessee shall comply with a call by Lessor to present the car for regular maintenance. Any such call by Lessor shall be made in time for the Lessee to reasonably comply. For a rental period of one month or less, the renter is not required to present the vehicle for regular maintenance.
Section 8: The cars of Blue Flamingo Carrental Bonaire are insured by means of a W.A. coverage with a maximum WA coverage of USD 84000. The renter has been informed about this and agrees to this insurance coverage and the insurance conditions upon entering into the rental agreement. There is an excess of USD 850 per claim. Damage above the third-party coverage of USD 84000 will be recovered in full from the renter, who indemnifies the rental company in the event of
indemnifies the landlord for all costs. The renter acknowledges to be liable for all damage caused to the rented property, regardless of whether such damage was caused by negligence, carelessness, imprudence, gross negligence or intent during the use of the rented property. Glass damage and/or breakage, flat tires, damage to rims c.q. hubcaps, as well as interior damage are excluded from any coverage and will be entirely the responsibility of the renter. Damage that is not reimbursed by the insurer under the policy conditions will be recovered in full from the renter.
Section 9: The renter is required to lock the vehicle at all times when parking. The vehicle may never be left unattended or unsupervised if the vehicle is not locked. The renter is liable for damages resulting from the failure to lock the vehicle.
Section 10: The renter is liable for all damages caused by theft as well as all other damages to the rented property, regardless of whether the damage was caused by acts or omissions of the renter or third parties. In case of damage, the rental company must be notified at all times and a damage form must be filled out by the Bonaire Security Force (+599 717- 9292). The car must not be moved from the place where the accident occurred after the accident. If the above is not complied with, all rights to compensation from the insurance company are forfeited and the entire damage will have to be paid by the renter. In case of theft or loss, the renter will be charged the excess amount of USD 850. In case of theft, the renter must hand over the key of the car to the rental company. If the renter cannot hand over the key, the daily value of the car will be recovered from the renter. In case of failure to pay the total damage immediately, not only the cost of the excess but also all recovery costs will be borne by the renter.
Section 11: In case of car breakdown during the rental period through no fault of the renter, Blue Flamingo Carrental Bonaire will ensure that the vehicle is repaired within 7 working days. From the moment a report is made to Blue Flamingo Carrental Bonaire, the repair time commences. If repair is not possible, Blue Flamingo Carrental Bonaire will provide replacement transportation if possible. The renter shall not be entitled to replacement transportation if the damage is caused as a result of acts or omissions in violation of article 6, or as a result of irresponsible driving, intentional acts or omissions, recklessness bordering on intent, gross negligence or gross negligence of the renter (including when the driver has caused a collision and/or accident while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs and/or medications that affect or may affect driving ability). Should the above remedies not be possible for whatever reason, Blue Flamingo Carrental Bonaire offers refunds for each day not taken.
Section 12: If the vehicle is returned early, the renter will continue to owe the rental company the full agreed rental price. No refund of the agreed rental price will be given. If time is exceeded without notifying Blue Flamingo Carrental Bonaire, the hours will be charged pro rata. If the vehicle is not picked up on the agreed date Blue Flamingo Carrental Bonaire is entitled to cancel the contract without refund of the deposit.
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Section 13: Blue Flamingo Carrental Bonaire reserves the right to cancel under certain circumstances, expressly including weather conditions, without charge mutually. This will be done, among other things, if the safety of the renter is at risk, and is at the sole discretion of the rental company.
Section 14: At the conclusion of the rental agreement, the renter pays a deposit of USD 500 (max. 2 drivers) and USD 850 for 3 or 4 drivers which, provided there is no damage, will be refunded by the rental company. The deposit can be paid in cash or by bank transfer. The rental company is entitled to deduct the amount of any compensation from the deposit. The excess per claim is set at USD 850. In the event of damage, Blue Flamingo Carrental Bonaire will take stock of the amount of compensation to be paid to the lessor. Any remaining part of the security deposit after deduction of the damage compensation will be returned to the renter in cash. If it is determined that there is no damage, the tenant will receive the full deposit back. If it is determined that there is no damage to the rented property, the tenant will receive the full security deposit back in cash.
Article 15: The tenant will take care of the rented property as a good caretaker. Landlord is at all times entitled to confiscate the rented property after alleged abuse without refund of the rent. In case of long term rental, the tenant must have the inside and outside of the rented property washed monthly. In the case of long-term rentals, the renter must provide a receipt from the car wash at the monthly inspection showing that the vehicle was washed by a car wash during the month in question. The renter must return the vehicle clean. In case of failure to return the vehicle clean, the rental company will charge a fee of USD 50.
Section 16: These general conditions are published by Blue Flamingo Carrental Bonaire in Bonaire. The relationship between Lessee and Lessor is governed by the laws of Bonaire. The competent court is the court in Bonaire. Disputes relating to this agreement or relating to anything connected with it or arising from it shall be submitted exclusively to the competent court in Bonaire. You are requested to read these terms and conditions carefully before making a reservation.