vintage surfari wagons - california motorhome rental companies

Experience the unique Californian beaches where modern surfing got it's re-birth. Cruise lookin' like a local to beaches such as Malibu, San Onofre, Santa Cruz, Huntington, Swami's, Windansea, Redondo, Secos, Rincon, and many, many  others. Dude! Your dream is waiting... go live it!.

Maybe you'd prefer to take a drive up the incredibly spectacular Big Sur coast, traveling at your own leisurely pace. Or visit the awe-inspiring Giant Redwood Forests, or see the unbelievable power of Yosemite Valley while gazing out of the picture window that is your camper's side door. How about taking a few days exploring the solitude and grandeur of Death Valley (in the proper season of course!) while scouring the desolate expanses of the Mojave Desert. Oh! And don't miss the towering majesty of the Eastern Sierra in the Owens Valley. So many places to go, and that's just in California. You won't be restricted to our home state by any means; you may travel as far as your sense of adventure might lead you. (Sorry, travel to Mexico is forbidden.)

We at Vintage Surfari Wagons are native Southern Californians, we have local knowledge and we're dedicated to helping you experience the most memorable vacation of your life. Our goal is to help you taste what makes our corner of the world so unique.

Need help with your itinerary? Require sports equipment or other special needs? Want to obtain reservations or entry to special events while here? Just ask us. Man, we just love to help!

Vintage Surfari Wagons Rental Terms for travel between 01-Jan-2007 and 31-Dec-2019

The terms and conditions for this period are currently unavailable. If your travel dates fall within these terms, please contact us as new terms may apply which affect the cost of your rental.

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.

Refund Policy
We are committed to providing a quality service and aim for complete customer satisfaction. In the event of cancellation, any refunds or penalties are detailed in the terms and conditions of your selected vehicle that you are asked to read and accept at time of booking. In the event you are unsatisfied with our service, please contact us within 48 hours of placing your booking or request and we will work to resolve any issues and determine if compensation is due. In the event you have completed your rental and are unhappy with your vehicle, we are happy to assist you in seeking compensation from the operator of the vehicle.

This website is owned and operated by Motorhome Republic Ltd, a global leader in motorhome rental distribution. Our financial centre and marketing office is based at Level 4 Excelsior House, 6 Commerce St , Auckland, New Zealand. Thank you for booking with us.

Vintage Surfari Wagons Insurance

INSURANCE
Drivers must meet two criteria to qualify to rent a Vintage Surfari Wagon:

    1. The driver and renter must produce a valid driver's license. USA, Canada, E.U. or International Permit is requested. Two drivers maximum.

    2. The driver and renter must be over 25 years of age with three years minimum driving experience.

 Vintage Surfari Wagons, LLC rental/hire fees include the statutory minimums* for liability insurance coverage in the State of California. This minimum includes coverage should someone (other than you) damage our vehicle in an accident. This insurance does NOT establish protection should YOU damage, or otherwise cause a loss to the VSW vehicle. It is the renters responsibility to ensure payment for repairing any damage to a VSW vehicle.

*SEE:  California Insurance Requirements

Supplemental liability insurance
Additional SLI 3rd party insurance policy which increases the driver's public liability insurance level to US$1 million - well above the statutory limits - may be purchased by contacting us.
To purchase additional liability, you must put our member code in the appropriate box, it is: 101293

Note
When you speak to any insurance carrier about your trip in our vehicle, please refer to the vehicle as a 'VW van' or a 'VW mini-van'. This will avoid confusing our vehicles with the larger RV type campers which often will not be covered. Our vehicles are the same dimensions and weights as ALL other VW passenger type vans of the same vintage.

Collision damage
The following are methods we accept to ensure comprehensive/collision coverage is established:

1) FOR TRAVELERS WITH A PERMANENT ADDRESS IN THE USA OR CANADA

You must provide VSW proof of a full coverage policy (includes comprehensive + collision) in effect at the time of your rental with us. A $500 deductible* will be pre-approved (not a 'charge' on your credit card) on your credit card at the time you pick-up your vehicle. There are no fees added to your rental.

If you do not have any such coverage let us know ahead of time and we will help you establish it for the term of your rental. This can be accomplished either through your insurer, or through a 3rd party insurer. Vintage Surfari Wagons, LLC does NOT sell any insurance coverage.

2) FOR TRAVELERS FROM ALL OTHER COUNTRIES

THE HANG TEN
A $500 deductible* is pre-approved (not 'charged') on your credit card at the time you pick-up your vehicle. There is a $26 USD daily fee added to your rental.

THE CHEATER FIVE
A $1500 deductible* is pre-approved (not 'charged') on your credit card at the time you pick-up your vehicle. There is a $18 USD daily fee added to your rental.

THE SAN'O EASY ROLLER
A $3000 deductible* is pre-approved (not 'charged') on your credit card at the time you pick-up your vehicle. There is a $9 USD daily fee added to your rental.

THE FULL ON WIPE OUT
A $5000 deductible* is pre-approved (not 'charged') on your credit card at the time you pick-up your vehicle. There is no daily fee added to your rental.

* The 'deductible' is the dollar amount (per each occurrence) that Vintage Surfari Wagons, LLC may have immediate access to in the event you should damage our vehicle. Also known as 'excess' in the U.K.