Hire with confidence, drive with pleasure
At Short Self Drive, we pride ourselves on being a family-run business with over 40 years of experience in the self-drive market. Located in Dalkeith, Midlothian, we strive to provide a quality service to our customers, offering a wide range of vehicles for hire, including cars, vans, minibuses, and specialist commercial vehicles. Whether you're looking for a vehicle for business or pleasure, we have the perfect solution for you.
Our Services
We understand that every customer's needs are different, which is why we offer a diverse range of vehicles for hire. Our car hire fleet includes economy and estate cars, luxury cars, automatic and manual transmissions, petrol and diesel vehicles. Our van hire range extends from small vans, Transit vans, LWB and XLWB vans to 7.5 tonne and 18 tonne trucks. For larger groups, we offer a range of minibuses, including 9 seats, 12 seats, 15 seats, 16 seats, and 17 seat minibuses.
In addition to our standard vehicles, we also provide specialist commercial vehicles for hire, including refrigerated vans, drop-sides, tippers, and splitter vans, as well as Luton van hire with the option of a taillift. Whatever your vehicle requirements, we have the perfect solution for you.
Why Choose Us
At Short Self Drive, we pride ourselves on our commitment to customer service. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that every customer receives a warm welcome and a hassle-free experience. We understand that hiring a vehicle can be a daunting task, which is why we're always happy to offer advice and guidance to ensure you get the right vehicle for your needs.
Get in Touch
If you're looking for a vehicle for hire, get in touch with us today. Our friendly team is always happy to help, and we look forward to welcoming you to Short Self Drive.
Overall Impression
The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with most customers expressing satisfaction with the service, prices, and quality of vehicles provided by Short Self Drive.
Positive Aspects
- Value for Money: Many reviewers praised the company for offering competitive prices and excellent value for money.
- Vehicle Quality: Several customers commented on the cleanliness, newness, and low mileage of the vehicles provided.
- Friendly and Helpful Staff: The staff at Short Self Drive were consistently praised for their friendly and helpful attitude.
- Efficient Service: Reviewers appreciated the quick and efficient hire process, with some mentioning that paperwork was minimal and hassle-free.
Negative Aspects
- Fuel Policy: One reviewer was unhappy about the "empty to empty" fuel policy, which caught them off guard and resulted in a surprise expense.
- Restrictions on Long-Distance Hires: Another reviewer was unhappy about the company's reluctance to hire vehicles for longer distances, citing mileage restrictions.
