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Try looking at the Birmingham section of Gumtree.com for rental cars.

I typed in "Uber Birmingham" in Google, and these results came up, including the address for the office. https://www.google.co.uk/?gws_rd=ssl#q=uber+birmingham Hope this helps.

http://uberinsights.co.uk/

Anyone on Exec (or Lux) should ideally have an operators licence with their own clients (easier said than done, I know) and/or work for other firms as well - AddLee and Creative Cars are taking on drivers with Exec cars too. Think they're trying to encourage the older Exec drivers who only accept Exec work to take on X work as well.

Is there a specific ad there, the link just shows ads containing "PCO"? Anyway, by the way it's described, it could be a PAYE job, which could be a good thing. However, you'll loose the flexibility compared to working with Uber, as the shifts will probably be set times, and you have to complete all jobs given to you. You may also have to travel to the office to collect and drop off the car at the beginning and end of each shift at your own time and expense, as the car is probably used by another driver between shifts.

Not moving the pin around doesn't allow passengers to request cars for their friends/family (good or bad idea?), and it means more accurate pick up locations, and probably less no-shows.

Most Exec and Lux drivers work for other operators, and/or have their own clients, and use Uber to fill in quiet gaps during their working day/week, so, they'll be working for Uber part-time.

Don't buy an Exec car just to upgrade, as you still have to do X and Pool jobs. Probably only 1 in 10 jobs will be an Exec job. Also don't buy a Lux car specifically for Uber unless you already have your own clients, and you just use Uber in your downtime to make a little extra beer money when you wouldn't have been doing anything anyway.

It doesn't bother them how many drivers they recruit, each extra driver doesn't cost that much more in admin, with dealing with their uploaded paperwork, etc., especially as it's now all automated. As long as there's a car on every corner with fast pick up times is all that matters. More drivers they got, the greater the likelihood, they will use products from their selected suppliers Uber have deals with, i.e. car dealers, insurance, accountancy, etc., so they will earn from that also.

Tesla Model S is accepted on UberX, or Uber Exec is it's 2014 or newer and you meet the Exec driver criteria. No reason, why the smaller Tesla when it comes out, will also be accepted on UberX, too.

Good post, you often forget that working in any office/retail, PAYE job, there are commuting costs and times to consier as well, compared to PH/Uber. How does a say, Zone 1-3 travelcard cost these days? When I look at my end of year accounts, the profit I make - the amount I pay tax on, doesn't seem at all bad, considering that every motoring expense is covered, including the monthly lease cost of my car.

Before continuing, I would definitely check if you'll be accepted for a lease, and ensure you are able to use the car for hire and reward, as some leasing contracts may not allow you to do so. You also need to ensure you have the V5 document, in case it's required when you have the car licensed as a private hire vehicle by your local authority. As for insurance, make sure you get quotes first, and that you'll definitely be covered on a lease car, since you won't be the owner of the car (the finance company is), though you may be the registered keeper. Another thing about leasing, is that the initial payment may be 3, 6, or 9 times the amount of the monthly cost (i.e. £1350, £2700 or £4050), make sure you can meet this cost in the first month. Being self-employed and new, the first payment is not likely to be 3 months, worth, but 6 or 9 times.

Don't work it, take the weekend off, it only comes round once a year.

The warden is likely to give you a ticket anyway. Its up to you to go through the hassle of appealing and going to the adjudication/hearing (last time I've been it was at the Angel, N1). Councils rely on motorists not to bother which is where they get their money.

Yes, Vectra is still on their vehicle list, as long as its 2008 or newer. However, for Exec/Lux cars added to the platform, (presumably by existing drivers), have to be a "14" plate or newer.

Ask the passenger if they have a preferred route. If you think the route is not the most efficient, but they insist that you drive them that way, e-mail Uber immediately after the trip ends, saying that was the route the customer chose, to prevent the customer later claiming that you took an inefficient route.

Correct, if you look here: http://www.lingscars.com/Mercedes/E-Class_Saloon_(2017)/2193524-2.0_CDi_16v_(194bhp)_E220d_SE_Saloon_4dr_1950cc-personal.html#models 20,000 miles a year is quoted at £426.54

£653 a month, 45,000 miles a year.

That's about normal anyway, even with a years no-claims bonus.

My car is leased due to other PH work I've got. A new car every three years - you'll always have the latest model, especially in terms of fuel efficiency and legislation. Anything goes wrong is fixed under warranty (which is unlikely anyway on a new car) I can negotiate higher fares from potential customers/other companies due to a new car. Maintenance costs are kept to a minimum, usually associated with higher mileage cars. No wear and tear items need replacing during the first few months of ownership (main ones being tyres and brakes). Simply hand the car back at the end of the term - no need to deal with the hassle of trying to sell it. Tax efficient - the entire cost, can be offset against your earnings for income tax. You'll have to replace your car every few years anyway (due to wear and tear, and/or ongoing legislation), so may as well get a new one every time.

You don't know the destination, until you pick the passenger up though. Waiting 1 hour to find you get a East Grinstead, or a Horsham, isn't going to be worthwhile at 75p a mile. Telling a passenger to cancel, will also make a pop-up screen appear on their app, giving them options on why they cancelled. If they say it's because the driver asked for the destination, then you could find, you'll be banned for doing airport jobs altogether.

Uber are selling a dream. I got a letter from my bank saying I'm pre-approved for a £35,000 loan, with monthly repayments of £686.41, payable over 5 years. With promises of making £1200 a week, no wonder there are those spending those amounts on cars, thinking the loan could easily be paid back..

A few around Heathrow will do part worns. At your own risk though.

Yes, I have business cards, but will only give one out if asked. Also depends if I like the passenger or not.

Only reason I can think of, is that Exec drivers often work for other companies and/or have their own clients. Since Uber have come along and taken over the competition, these drivers will have less other work, and will do more hours for Uber. Or there are other Exec drivers from other local authorities (i.e. Woking, Luton, etc), heading into London for work.