Owen's Jeep Rental here after called Lessor, hereby rents to the customer signed on page 1, hereafter called the Customer, the Motor Vehicle (which includes all tires, tools and accessories) described on Page 1 of this Rental Agreement and in consideration whereof Customer acknowledges and agrees:
1. Vehicle is the property of Lessor and is in good operating condition. Customer will return vehicle in the same condition and running order as when received, ordinary wear and tear excepted, to the place and on the date specified on Page 1 or sooner if demanded by Lessor. 2. That the vehicle will not be operated:a. To carry passengers or property for a consideration expressed or implied.b. To propel or tow any vehicle or trailer or any other object.c. In any race, test or contest.d. By any person other than the renter or members of the customer's immediate family provided, that all such operators shall be at least 25 years of age and duly qualified and licensed.e. By any person under the influence of alcohol or any other controlled substance.3. Lessor provides automobile liability protection to Authorized Drivers listed on this Rental Agreement for causing bodily injury or death and property damage to others resulting from the use of this vehicle. Said policy carries a deductible. Customer is responsible for and must pay deductible. Said policy provides that customer, or the driver of the vehicle must immediately after any accident report the same to the lessor at the location where the vehicle was delivered to the customer. This protection is limited as follows:a. Lessor's protection does not apply until after the limits of all liability insurance and/or other protection available to the Customer and/or Authorized Driver (personal automobile insurance, employer's insurance and/or any other protection or indemnification, whether primary or excess) are exhausted, and then lessor's protection applies only to the extenet it is needed to meet on a cumulative basis with all such liability insurance and/or protection available to the customer and/or Authorized Driver, the minimum financial responsibility limits by V.I. Code. b. Lessor's protection does not apply to bodily injury, death or property damage to Authorized Driver's family members related by blood, marriage or adoption, who reside with the Authorized Driver. c. Lessor's protection does not include uninsured motorist or motor vehicle, supplementary or no fault, or any other insurance that is optional or can be waived, and Customer joins Lessor in waiving and rejecting such insurance. d. Lessor's protection does not include any obligation to which Customer/Authorized Driver, or any insurance carrier, may be held liable under workmen's compensation or disability benefits law, any obligation assumed by Customer/Authorized Driver under any contract or whatever nature: any liability of Customer/Authorized Driver, or employer of either for personal injury, death or property damage caused directly or indirectly as a result of reckless, abusive or negligent driving.
To the extent any of the protections in b, c, or d above are required by applicable law, it will not exceed the minimum financial responsibility of V.I. Code.
4. Customer will pay Lessor on demand at time and mileage service, minimum or other charges to be entered on Page 1, at the rates so shown or pursuant to the provisions hereof. In the event Lessor makes any claim against Customer, Customer will pay a reasonable attorney's fee together with all out-of-pocket expenses of collection or repossession and court costs. 5. Vehicle loss and damage: Regardless of fault, Customer is responsible for all loss of and damage to the vehicle (including but not limited to any loss or damage caused by collision, accident, theft, vandalism, fire, acts of God, or other cause) and any reduction in value of the vehicle that remains after repair, actual towing, storage, impound and other related expenses, plus Lessor's loss of use and an administrative charge for processing the loss and damage claim. 6. Lessor is hereby authorized to repossess the motor vehicle anytime it is being used to violate the law or this Rental Agreement, is being operated in a dangerous or unsafe manner, or appears to be abandoned. Lessor is also hereby authorized to repossess the motor vehicle in the event Customer has made a misrepresentation in order to obtain the motor vehicle. Customer hereby waives any and all notice of repossession.7. In consideration of the collision damage waiver rate (C.D.W.) agreed upon herein, Lessor agrees to relieve Customer or liability for damage caused by collision except for the first ONE THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($1,500.00). Customer's insurance is responsible for all theft. 8. Collision damage waiver (C.D.W.) does not cover damage to interior and exterior of vehicle caused by negligent loading, unloading and handling of baggage and special equipment.9. If Customer has directed the billing for charges to be transmitted to another person, firm or organization who fails to make payment promptly when due, Customer will promptly pay Lessor said charges upon demand.10. Mileage shall be determined by reading the odometer attached to the vehicle by the manufacturer. 11. Lessor shall not be responsible or liable for loss or damage to any property left, stored, or transported at any time by Lessor at the request of or with knowledge of Customer or any other person or of property left, stored, or transported by Customer or any other person in or upon vehicle either before or after the return thereof to Les·sor whether or not said loss or damage was caused by or related to the negligence of Lessor, its agents, servants or employees. Customer hereby assumes all risk relating to the above incidents of loss or damage and waives all claims against Lessor by reason thereof, and Customer hereby agrees to hold Lessor harmless from and to defend and indemnify Lessor against all claims based upon or arising out of the loss or damage referred to herein. 12. In no event shall Customer or the driver of vehicle be or be deemed the agent, servant or employee of Lessor in any manner or for any purpose whatsoever. 13. Customer will report all vehicle violations and will pay promptly all fines, penalties and forfeitures imposed for parking or traffic violations while the vehicle is held, used, operated or driven pursuant to this Rental Agreement and will hold Lessor harmless and indemnify Lessor against all such claims arising out of such violations.14. No right of Lessor under the Rental Agreement may be waived except in writing by an officer of Lessor. 15. If the driver leaves the scene of the accident, or is found to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, the Customer will be liable for the entire loss or damages and shall pay Lessor the same promptly upon demand.16. Customer shall be liable for any damage to vehicle as a result of forced entry into the car. 17. Vehicle must be returned to: 1 AD Cruz Bay Town, Cruz Bay Qtr., St. John, VI 00830, 18. Privacy and Data Protection: In signing this Rental Agreement you consent to providing Owen's Jeep Rental with certain personal information, including your driver's license and payment information. Owen's Jeep Rental needs to collect this information from you in order to rent a vehicle, If you fail to provide this information, we will be unable to rent a vehicle to you. Owen's Jeep Rental uses the information you provide in order to administer the services and obligations associated with this Agreement and for our legitimate business interests. Owen's Jeep Rental does not sell your personal information under any circumstances, Owen's Jeep Rental will not forward or share the personal information with third parties. Owen's Jeep Rental may disclose your personal information when it is required to do so by law, but only to the extent necessary to required by law. The security of your personal information is important to us. Owen's Jeep Rental takes reasonable steps to make sure your information is protected from unauthorized use, access, disclosure, alteration, destruction or loss.
