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The Group M3 is Parkers’ largest self-drive minibus, carrying up to 16 passengers plus the driver in a full-size Ford Transit-based vehicle. It’s a popular choice for sports teams, school groups, family events, airport transfers and corporate travel across Sussex and the South East — anywhere a group wants to travel together in a single, comfortable vehicle without the cost of a coach or the hassle of multiple cars.
Parkers Price Promise
All our prices include:
Fully Comprehensive Insurance
Unlimited Mileage
Breakdown Recovery
Value Added Tax (VAT)
Free Local Delivery*
*Within 5 mile radius of Parkers office and dependent on rental duration - ask for details
17 Seater Minibus Hire FAQs
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Rental Requirements for a hassle-free self-drive hire experience
Rental Requirements
Licence:
- Drivers hiring a minibus must hold a full UK licence including category D1 entitlement. Drivers with non-UK licences should contact us to discuss their options.
Age:
- 21–75 for standard vehicles.
- 25–75 for 7-Seater and 3.5 Ton vehicles.
- Over 30 for Group CS1 vehicles.
Licence history:
- No more than 6 penalty points if you’ve held your licence for less than 5 years.
- No bans within 10 years of holding a licence.
- No more than 1 accident in the last 3 years.
Documentation Requirements
- Proof of address: 2 utility bills (e.g., a bank statement plus a phone or electric bill).
- Full driver’s licence: Photocard required.
- DVLA licence check:
- You can generate your own code via DVLA Licence Check here.
- Bring this code with your licence when collecting your vehicle.
Additions
- Additional drivers: £5.00 per day (same licence requirements apply).
- Daily hire: 8 AM – 8 AM the following day.
- PM collections: Available for a £15 surcharge.
- Payment: Credit or debit card only (Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, Visa Electron, Solo).
- Cardholder must be present.
