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Are you ready to hit the road? Skipton Self Drive based in Skipton, North Yorkshire, offers you a comprehensive fleet of over 80 vehicles tailored to meet any of your needs. From compact cars to spacious vans, robust 4x4s to accommodating minibuses, we’ve got you covered.
All our vehicles are maintained to the highest industry standards to ensure the vehicles are ready for your journey. In this blog, we’d like to give you a closer look at what we offer.
Small Car
Compact yet efficient, our small cars are equipped with 5 doors and seating for 4 or 5 passengers, providing an economical solution for your daily commute or a quick trip to the shops.
With fuel-efficient 1-litre petrol engines, these cars offer convenience without breaking the bank.
Medium Car
Step up to our medium car range for added comfort and space. Featuring 5 doors, ample legroom, and larger luggage capacity, our medium cars are ideal for longer journeys or family outings. Choose from manual or automatic options, all powered by economical 1.2 litre petrol engines.
Large Car
Need even more room for your family adventures? Our large cars offer spacious interiors and comfortable rides, perfect for extended trips. Available in both manual and automatic transmission with Bluetooth connectivity, these cars are powered by reliable 1.5/1.6L petrol engines.
Electric Car
Reduce your carbon footprint with our electric car option, offering the same comfort and space as our medium cars without the fuel charges.
Estate Car
For extra luggage space, opt for our estate cars, available in both manual and automatic transmission with diesel engines to accommodate all your needs. With up to 690L of boot space, with the rear seats in position, you’re sure to have enough room for all your belongings.
Compact SUV
Hiring a compact SUV such as the Kia Sportage offers versatility, fuel efficiency, and ample cargo space for urban and adventurous lifestyles. With advanced safety features and modern technology, it ensures a comfortable and enjoyable driving experience. Available in diesel or petrol hybrid models with manual or automatic transmission options.
Small Van
Hiring a small van such as the Citroen Berlingo provides practicality and efficiency for various needs. Its spacious cargo area and interior make it perfect for businesses, allowing easy transportation of goods or equipment. Additionally, it's ideal for personal use, enabling hassle-free moves or weekend adventures with ample room for furniture, camping gear, or sports equipment. Its fuel efficiency ensures cost-effective journeys for both work and leisure.
No extra additional licence requirements needed to hire these small vans.
Medium Van
One of the most popular vans in the fleet, the medium van, provides generous load space and optional tow bars and roof racks, making it ideal for moving boxes, wardrobes, beds, or sofas. Renting a medium van like the Ford Transit Custom shown here, offers large cargo space to accommodate bulky items, making it ideal for commercial deliveries, removals, or tradespeople.
It's also perfect for group outings or family trips, comfortably carrying luggage or camping gear. With robust performance and features, it ensures efficiency and convenience for both work and leisure activities.
Large Van
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Need that little bit extra space? Our long wheelbase vans offer ample room for larger items, perfect for house moves or bulkier loads.
Large vans such as the Peugeot Boxer, with its expansive cargo area, caters for heavy-duty tasks such as commercial deliveries, furniture removals, or construction projects, accommodating large loads with ease. The long wheel base vans in our fleet offer a 3.4 metre load length.
Extra Large Van
Four oversized items, our extra-large vans provide extended load lengths and high payload capacities, ensuring a smooth moving experience. They are the largest panel vans in our fleet.
We have a number of Volkswagen Crafters as part of our fleet, with a 4.3 metre load length that can carry up to 1235kg.
Tipper Van
Designed for heavy-duty work, our tipper vans such as the Ford Transit Tipper, feature flatbeds and impressive towing capabilities, making them ideal for construction or landscaping projects. Its hydraulic tipping mechanism enables easy unloading of materials, making it perfect for construction sites, landscaping projects, or waste disposal. Additionally, it's ideal for transporting bulky items such as gravel, sand, or building materials, facilitating efficient and hassle-free deliveries. With its robust design and practical features, it ensures productivity and convenience for both commercial and personal use.
Transit Crew Van 6 seat
Transport your team and equipment with ease in our crew vans, offering ample floor space and seating for up to 6 people (including driver). Hiring a crew van provides the versatility of both cargo space and passenger seating, making it perfect for various purposes. It's an ideal solution for businesses needing to transport both workers and equipment to job sites efficiently. Additionally, it suits family outings, comfortably seating passengers while still offering ample room for luggage or sports gear.
Luton Van low Loader
The classic removal vans! Make moving house easier with our low loader Luton vans. Its distinctive over-cab design maximises cargo space, making it ideal for bulky items like furniture, appliances, or construction materials. Its sturdy build and spacious interior make it perfect for house moves, allowing ample room for packing and transporting belongings. Whether for commercial deliveries or personal relocation, a Luton van ensures convenience and reliability for handling sizable loads with ease.
Luton Tail Lift
These vans offer spacious cargo areas and convenient tail lifts, perfect for house moves or large deliveries with heavier items.
4X4 Twin Cab
Navigate rough terrain with confidence in our double cab 4x4 pickups featuring lockable canopies and impressive towing capacities. Its spacious cabin accommodates passengers comfortably while the robust cargo bed is perfect for transporting equipment, tools, or supplies to remote job sites for construction or agriculture. Additionally, its off-road capabilities make it an excellent choice for outdoor adventures like camping or off-road exploration, ensuring reliability and versatility for both work and leisure activities.
9 seat MPV
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Ideal for family trips or group outings, our 9-seat ‘minibus’ offer plenty of space for passengers and luggage, making every journey comfortable and convenient. Opting for a 9-seat minibus like our Ford Tourneo provides unmatched versatility, comfort, and convenience for group transportation. Ideal for family vacations, sports team outings, or corporate events, it comfortably accommodates passengers with ample legroom and luggage space. Additionally, it serves as a practical solution for airport transfers, ensuring hassle-free travel for large groups with its spacious interior. With advanced safety features and modern amenities, it guarantees a comfortable and enjoyable journey for all passengers.
17 Seat Minibus
For larger groups, our 17-seat minibuses provide a reliable and spacious transportation solution, perfect for school trips and sport events.
A D1 licence category is required to drive this vehicle. Hirers must be over 25 and under 76.
Conclusion
At Skipton Self Drive, we take pride in our extensive fleet, tailored to meet all your rental needs. Whether you’re moving house, planning a road trip, or transporting equipment, we have the perfect vehicle for you for both business and domestic needs. As a family-run business, we’re committed to providing quality service and reliable transportation for every journey.
To start your adventure, get in contact here!
