Terms & policies

1. Driver's license

The renter must present a valid and current driver's license from their home country. If the license is not in English, an international driver's license in English is also required.

2. Insurance

The renter must provide proof of full automobile insurance coverage (comprehensive and collision) that extends to the rental car.

Accepted insurance options vary by vehicle and are listed on each vehicle's booking form.

3. Security deposit

A refundable deposit is held for the duration of the rental to cover incidental charges. It is released within 10 days after the car is returned, less any incidental charges.

Deposit amounts vary according to the renter's credit score. You can check your score with your credit card issuer, at AnnualCreditReport.com, or by calling 1-877-322-8228.

4. Cancellation policy

• No fee if canceled more than 72 hours before the start date.
• 25% fee for cancellations made within 72 hours of the start date.
• 50% fee for cancellations made within 24 hours of the start date.

5. Incidental charges

Additional charges may apply for:

• Cancellation fees, refueling or recharging.
• Tolls, citations and mileage overages.
• Insurance deductibles, rental extensions and damages.
• Returning the car to a location not specified in the rental agreement.
• Activities such as racing or smoking in the car.

6. Other fees

• Rentals beginning or ending outside our Lomita, CA location (24321 Pennsylvania Ave).
• Rentals starting or ending outside normal business hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Sunday).
• Renters aged 21 to 24.

7. Accident reporting

In case of an accident, the renter must submit an accident report and/or a police report to Fair Deal Auto.

Sample rental agreement

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1. Driver's license

The lessee must present a valid and current driver's license from their home country. If the license is not in English, an international driver's license in English is also required.

2. Insurance

The lessee must provide proof of full coverage automobile insurance in their name, including:

• Auto liability of at least $50,000 per person, $100,000 per accident for bodily injury and $50,000 for property damage (recommended: $100,000 / $300,000 / $100,000).
• Comprehensive and collision coverage with a maximum deductible of $1,000.
• Exclusive Car Rental LLC listed as additional insured and loss payee.
  Lienholder: Exclusive Car Rental LLC, 24321 Pennsylvania Ave, Lomita, CA 90717

Accepted carriers include, but are not limited to, Geico, Progressive, State Farm, Farmers, Bristol West, AAA, Allstate, Safeco, USAA, Chubb and Cincinnati. Other carriers may be accepted subject to approval.

Some vehicles have different insurance options. Any vehicle-specific options are listed on that vehicle's booking form.

3. Refundable security deposit

A deposit is held for the duration of the lease to cover incidental charges. It is released within 10 days after the vehicle is returned, less any incidental charges.

Deposit amounts vary according to the lessee's credit score.

4. Cancellation policy

• No fee if canceled more than 72 hours before the start date.
• 25% fee for cancellations made within 72 hours of the start date.
• 50% fee for cancellations made within 24 hours of the start date.

5. Incidental charges

Additional charges may apply for:

• Cancellation fees, early returns, refueling or recharging.
• Tolls, citations and mileage overages.
• Insurance deductibles, lease extensions and damages.
• Returning the car to a location not specified in the lease agreement.
• Activities such as racing or smoking in the car.

6. Other fees

• Leases beginning or ending outside our Lomita, CA location (24321 Pennsylvania Ave).
• Leases starting or ending outside normal business hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Sunday).
• Lessees aged 21 to 24.

7. Warranty

Warranty coverage depends on the vehicle and is listed on each vehicle's booking form.

8. Accident reporting

In case of an accident, the lessee must submit an accident report and/or a police report to Fair Deal Auto.

9. Vehicle maintenance plan

We offer a maintenance plan where our technicians handle regular maintenance, including oil changes, tire rotations, fluid checks and brake inspections, so your car stays in top shape.

10. Lease agreement

Your lease is a monthly contract over a set term, and payments must be made on time for the whole term. If a payment is missed or late, the agreement is considered breached, the contract may be terminated, and the vehicle will need to be returned.

Please contact us right away if you expect trouble making a payment. Returning the vehicle before the end of the lease term results in early termination fees, as outlined in the lease agreement.

Sample lease agreement

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1. Driver's license

The lessee must present a valid and current driver's license from their home country. If the license is not in English, an international driver's license in English is also required.

2. Insurance

The lessee must provide proof of full automobile insurance coverage (comprehensive and collision) that extends to the vehicle, such as an existing personal auto policy.

Any vehicle-specific insurance requirements are listed on that vehicle's booking form.

3. Down payment

A down payment is required. Down payment amounts vary according to the lessee's credit score. You can check your score with your credit card issuer, at AnnualCreditReport.com, or by calling 1-877-322-8228.

4. Cancellation and default

• No fee if canceled more than 72 hours before the start date.
• Cancellations within 72 hours or 24 hours of the start date, and defaulting during the term, carry fees shown on each vehicle's booking form.
• Defaulting during the term may also include vehicle recovery, reconditioning and other related fees (see sections 5 and 6).

5. Incidental charges

Additional charges may apply for:

• Damage repair, loss of use and loss of value.
• Refueling or recharging.
• Tolls, citations and mileage overages.
• Insurance deductibles, term extensions and damages.
• Returning the car to a location not specified in the agreement.
• Activities such as racing or smoking in the car.

6. Other fees

• Terms beginning or ending outside our Lomita, CA location (24321 Pennsylvania Ave).
• Terms starting or ending outside normal business hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Sunday).
• Lessees aged 21 to 24.

7. Warranty

Warranty, maintenance and loaner coverage depend on the vehicle and are listed on each vehicle's booking form.

8. Accident reporting

In case of an accident, the lessee must submit an accident report and/or a police report to Fair Deal Auto.

9. Optional maintenance plan

Our silver and gold maintenance plans include home pickup and delivery, and our technicians handle regular maintenance, including oil changes, tire rotations, fluid checks and brake inspections.

10. Lease to Own agreement

Your lease-to-own agreement is a monthly contract over a set term, and payments must be made on time for the whole term. If a payment is missed or late, the agreement is considered breached, the contract may be terminated, and the vehicle will need to be returned.

Please contact us right away if you expect trouble making a payment. Returning the vehicle before the end of the term results in early termination fees, as outlined in the agreement.

Sample agreement

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1. Driver's license

The purchaser must present a valid and current driver's license from their home country. If the license is not in English, an international driver's license in English is also required.

2. Insurance

The purchaser must provide proof of full automobile insurance coverage (comprehensive and collision) that extends to the purchased vehicle, such as an existing personal auto policy.

3. Cooling-off period

A 2-day cooling-off contract cancellation option may be available. Its cost, restocking fee and mileage limit depend on the vehicle and are listed on each vehicle's booking form.

4. Incidental charges

Additional charges may apply for:

• Loaner vehicles during routine maintenance, service or repairs.
• Vehicle delivery and/or pickup services.

5. Other fees

• Purchases beginning or ending outside our showroom (24321 Pennsylvania Ave, Lomita, CA 90717).
• Purchases starting or ending outside normal business hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Sunday).
• Document processing charge: $70, or $85 for dealers doing electronic registration.
• Smog test fee with certificate: $58.25.
• License, registration and transfer fees.

6. Warranty

Warranty, roadside and battery or powertrain coverage depend on the vehicle and are listed on each vehicle's booking form.

Sample purchase agreement

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