Whether you’re new to private hire driving or switching cars, reserve your car today for just £99. Our simple online process, quick approvals, and full support help you get on the road and earning fast.
The £99 reservation fee secures your chosen car exclusively for 48 hours, so no one else can reserve it while you complete your order.
By reserving online, you lock in the car’s plan, mileage, condition, and price, giving you time to finish the process without any changes or pressure. The rest of your order can then be completed quickly and smoothly.
This reservation option is available online only.
Yes. The £99 reservation fee is not an extra cost - it is deducted from your overall down payment.
For example, if your standard down payment is £250 and you’ve already paid the £99 reservation fee online, you’ll only need to pay the remaining £151 when you sign your contract.
Yes. The £99 reservation fee is not an extra cost - it is deducted from your overall deposit.
For example, if your standard deposit is £200 and you’ve already paid the £99 reservation fee online, you’ll only need to pay the remaining £101 when you sign your contract.
The £99 reservation fee is paid online during checkout on our website. To reserve a car, simply browse our ‘Find a car’ section, choose the car you want, and click the ‘Reserve for £99’ button.
You’ll then be guided through selecting your plan, confirming your car, and paying the reservation fee. At checkout, you’ll also be able to see your remaining balance of your down payment or deposit.
You'll then receive guidance on how to complete your application on the Otto Car - Driver Portal.
You’ll pay the remaining balance of your down payment or deposit over the phone when our Sales Team contacts you to arrange collection or delivery.
Yes. The £99 reservation fee is refundable if you cancel your order within 7 days of paying the reservation fee or before your application has been approved.
A full refund will also be issued if your application cannot be approved following our checks, or if the required documents aren’t provided within the specified timeframes.
If you cancel after 7 days or your application has already been approved, the reservation fee is non-refundable.
If you experience any issues when paying the reservation fee, please contact our Telesales Team on 0203 995 1316 and they’ll be happy to help.
Once you’ve paid the £99 reservation fee, you’ll be directed to the Otto Car - Driver Portal. Here, you’ll upload the documents required to complete your application.
After your application is submitted, our team will review it. We aim to get back to you within 2 working days, although this may take slightly longer as all applications are reviewed by real people.
You can track the status of your application in the Otto Car - Driver Portal at any time, or contact us if you have questions.
Once your application is approved, a member of our Sales Team will contact you to arrange the collection or delivery of your car, and collect the remaining balance of your down payment or deposit.
Paying the reservation fee reserves your car for 48 hours but it does not guarantee acceptance or confirm your application.
All drivers must still meet our eligibility criteria and complete the application process via the Otto Car - Driver Portal. We recommend reviewing the eligibility requirements before paying the reservation fee to avoid disappointment.
If you cancel your order within 7 days of paying the £99 reservation fee, a full refund will be issued within 3-5 business days. You’ll receive an email confirmation once the refund has been processed.
If you cancel your order or fail to collect or receive delivery of your car after 7 days, the £99 reservation fee is non-refundable.
For any questions about your reservation, application status, refunds, or payments, please contact our Enquiries Team on 020 8740 7444 or check the Otto Car - Driver Portal, where you’ll find the most up-to-date information.