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** Vehicle Hire queries **

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  • #252
    drunkmonkey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 28,331 ✭✭✭✭drunkmonkey


    Tigerandahalf wrote: »
    What time of year though?
    You definitely won't get a price that cheap that covers all insurance for the summer months.

    First 2 weeks in June booked it a few months ago, have the option of paying 49 extra for axa excess insurance. (Eliminate potential liability of up to €3,000 for just EUR 49.94.)


  • #253
    abarkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,559 ✭✭✭abarkie


    Does this thread help?

    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=89145613

    If you ring zitauto on 00351 289 315559, I found them very reasonable

    I used these before about 5 years ago at New Year

    Very good - meet you from the plane at arrivals and walk you to the car on car park

    Still get a Christmas card every year with rate update in it, every year since then


  • #254
    screamer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,172 ✭✭✭screamer


    athtrasna wrote: »
    Passport express is now passport standard mail application, it's how you apply by post. Standard turnaround times apply.

    First passports take longer due to the additional security checks needed. Almost impossible to speed up

    Thanks for that, the DFA should update their website to state the same as it's not "express"


  • #255
    Dr. Nick
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,420 ✭✭✭Dr. Nick


    Still looking for a decent rate/company out of Treviso (and going to Croatia also).

    Any ideas?


  • #256
    deirdre41
    Registered Users Posts: 4 ✭deirdre41


    Hi
    We are heading to Bela italia in June, just wondering what Taxi company you got for the transfer and how much did it cost. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks


  • #257
    kaltz
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 208 ✭✭kaltz


    We ended up flying into Milan one year and Verona the next. We used http://airports-shuttle.com from Verona and that cost €115 euro for the return trip. That was 5 years ago. From Milan we used http://lakegardatransfers.co.uk/transfers/. Can't remember exactly how much that one was but it was over €200. Enjoy Bella Italia. It's a great spot


  • #258
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 18,749 ✭✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    I hired a car for the whole week for around 120ish euro.
    Far better value & got a couple of day trips out of it too


  • #259
    aquarius10
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 239 ✭✭aquarius10


    We went a few years ago, flew into Verona and hired a car, it was grand once you had a sat nav. We did a few day trips, Sirmione is gorgeous and worth a day trip out of the campsite. We stayed in Bella Italia, hope to go back again in a year or 2.


  • #260
    deirdre41
    Registered Users Posts: 4 ✭deirdre41


    Hi again. Just wondering if u found airports -shuttles.com reliable? Did u pay on the day or put deposit on booking? They are asking for a credit card number when booking online even
    though that say it wont be used unless we don't show up at airport for transfer. Thanks for info. ☺


  • #261
    kaltz
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 208 ✭✭kaltz


    They were reliable. Met us at the airport and turned up on time to bring us back. They took cc details for booking purposes only and we paid the driver on the day. No issues with the card afterwards.


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  • #262
    from_atozinc
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 2,943 ✭✭✭from_atozinc


    bubblypop wrote: »
    I hired a car for the whole week for around 120ish euro.
    Far better value & got a couple of day trips out of it too

    Very vague.

    What time of year?
    What kind of car?
    What insurance did you get?
    What destination?


  • #263
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 18,749 ✭✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    from_atozinc wrote: »
    Very vague.

    What time of year?
    What kind of car?
    What insurance did you get?
    What destination?

    I posted on a Bella Italia thread!
    Flew into (Ryanair) Milan and drove to Bella Italia. It was a yaris. Basic insurance, had excess insured separately, got damaged too, but they never even noticed!
    June!


  • #264
    Fred Swanson
    Closed Accounts Posts: 21,730 ✭✭✭✭Fred Swanson


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  • #265
    Radharc na Sleibhte
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,535 ✭✭✭Radharc na Sleibhte


    Oh, thanks! they must have pulled it? Ive discovered you can still do it online but its not half as easy and straightforward or as much fun.


  • #266
    deirdre41
    Registered Users Posts: 4 ✭deirdre41


    Thanks so much for all the info. Very much appreciated


  • #267
    from_atozinc
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 2,943 ✭✭✭from_atozinc


    Tigerandahalf wrote: »
    That is not a bad quote for what you are getting.
    You are into peak season. You are going for 18 days? If the kids are young you will need the proper seats. €100 isn't too bad for 2 seats over 18 days.

    Get the full cover. If you run over something on the road and damage the car you will be liable.

    For the peace of mind get everything covered.
    With young kids you will have enough to worry about.


    Hi,

    yep 18 days.

    But essentially, the above quote is covering everything. correct ?


  • #268
    from_atozinc
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 2,943 ✭✭✭from_atozinc


    Tigerandahalf wrote: »
    That is not a bad quote for what you are getting.
    You are into peak season. You are going for 18 days? If the kids are young you will need the proper seats. €100 isn't too bad for 2 seats over 18 days.

    Get the full cover. If you run over something on the road and damage the car you will be liable.

    For the peace of mind get everything covered.
    With young kids you will have enough to worry about.

    thanks. yep , 18 days

    but this quote I have got is covering everything is it ? (the SCWD etc)


  • #269
    from_atozinc
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 2,943 ✭✭✭from_atozinc


    Tigerandahalf wrote: »
    That is not a bad quote for what you are getting.
    You are into peak season. You are going for 18 days? If the kids are young you will need the proper seats. €100 isn't too bad for 2 seats over 18 days.

    Get the full cover. If you run over something on the road and damage the car you will be liable.

    For the peace of mind get everything covered.
    With young kids you will have enough to worry about.


    Hi, thanks.

    yep, going for 18 days.


    But essentially, the cover they quoted me seems to be full cover, correct?

    i.e.

    Quote includes:
    Super Collision Damage Waiver (SCDW) ,AIRPORT TAXES(10€ per rental) ,ZERO EXCESS, unlimited mileage,driving 200 Km across border from Vila Real Sto Antonio-NO FARTHER THAN SEVILLE-FREE OF CHARGE ,additional drivers – minimum age 23 years old (they are automatically added as per our contract agreement note ‘’any driver is allowed to drive the car ’’) – FREE OF CHARGE , fuel level we deliver to you is the same you have to return,break down assistance.


  • #270
    storker
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,688 ✭✭✭storker


    I'm looking at care hire in Italy in July. Some of the excesses and credit card hold amounts being quote would bust through my credit limit and beyond, but Auto Europe are quoting a price for zero excess and only an "approx" €245 credit card hold. All for just over €600 for one week. I believe the actual car hire is with Dollar, with Auto Europe acting as a broker.

    It sounds like a a great deal, but when I priced a similar package direct with Dollar, it came to over €1,000, making me wonder if the Auto Europe quote is too good to be true.

    Questions...

    What are the chances of getting to the car hire desk and having them laugh at the Auto Europe agreement and demanding a higher hold anyway?

    Does anyone have experience with no-excess rentals with Auto Europe?

    Do car hire companies "honour" 3rd party excess cover or will they still demand the same hold on the card?

    Any recommendations for car hire in Italy? (Pickup/dropoff at Fiumicino, driving around Tuscany).

    Thanks


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  • #271
    cdsb46
    Registered Users Posts: 230 ✭✭cdsb46


    milhous wrote: »
    We were hoping to get away on 10th May, just postponed holiday until June. Slightly more expensive but atleast we don't have to worry. I wonder what the insurance companies refund policy would be with that!

    I can see the insurance companies "should of had a valid passport before booking the holiday"


  • #272
    Fred Swanson
    Closed Accounts Posts: 21,730 ✭✭✭✭Fred Swanson


    This post has been deleted.


  • #273
    Jaguar240
    Registered Users Posts: 90 ✭✭Jaguar240


    Hi Folks

    I'm looking at booking a car for our trip to Portugal in June. We are flying into Faro and I was looking through messages here re experiences that people had. While some are a good few years old, some said ever back then to stay away from Air Auto & Gold Car Rentals. In one of the messages here someone said to try Hamills in Mullingar, so I did earlier. The chap there offered me a 1.4 car from Guerins.
    I saw several messages on Trip Advisor telling of bad experiences that they had with Guerin's and advising to stay away.

    If you don't take their "Excess Insurance" they put a hold of €2500 on the creditcard. This seems very high to me as from past experiences the hold might only be €500.
    Hamills wanted to sell their own "Excess Insurance" which would cost €100 for the 10 days. Blue Insurance are much cheaper.

    Just wondering what recent experiences other people had with Car Rental in Faro, with Guerin's & with Hamills.



    Regards


  • #274
    bladespin
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,368 ✭✭✭bladespin


    Economy - brilliant, 3rd year running now, no hassles.
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    MasteryDarts Ireland - Master your game!



  • #275
    from_atozinc
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 2,943 ✭✭✭from_atozinc


    Does this seem like good value?

    18 days
    Zero excess
    Super Collision waiver damage
    2 car seats
    Open driving
    AUTOMATIC
    Peugeot 308 station wagon diesel

    PRICE = 600 Euro


  • #276
    uck51js9zml2yt
    Closed Accounts Posts: 18,268 ✭✭✭✭uck51js9zml2yt


    from_atozinc wrote: »
    Does this seem like good value?

    18 days
    Zero excess
    Super Collision waiver damage
    2 car seats
    Open driving
    AUTOMATIC
    Peugeot 308 station wagon diesel

    PRICE = 600 Euro

    try drive4fun.info
    I found them good on price and very responsive.


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  • #277
    from_atozinc
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 2,943 ✭✭✭from_atozinc


    Makai Incalculable Mushroom wrote: »
    try drive4fun.info
    I found them good on price and very responsive.


    I did and they were more expensive.


  • #278
    uck51js9zml2yt
    Closed Accounts Posts: 18,268 ✭✭✭✭uck51js9zml2yt


    from_atozinc wrote: »
    I did and they were more expensive.

    then 600 is a good price:D


  • #279
    aabarnes1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 295 ✭✭aabarnes1


    from_atozinc wrote: »
    Does this seem like good value?

    18 days
    Zero excess
    Super Collision waiver damage
    2 car seats
    Open driving
    AUTOMATIC
    Peugeot 308 station wagon diesel

    PRICE = 600 Euro
    Seems a little excessive to me, compare dto what I hav epaid in the past for similar.


  • #280
    abff
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,776 ✭✭✭abff


    Makai Incalculable Mushroom wrote: »
    try drive4fun.info
    I found them good on price and very responsive.
    I did and I found them more expensive

    I'm very surprised by that. Are you sure you were comparing like with like?


  • #281
    from_atozinc
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 2,943 ✭✭✭from_atozinc


    aabarnes1 wrote: »
    Seems a little excessive to me, compare dto what I hav epaid in the past for similar.

    Oh ok. What would be an ok price do you think?


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  • #282
    from_atozinc
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 2,943 ✭✭✭from_atozinc


    abff wrote: »
    I'm very surprised by that. Are you sure you were comparing like with like?

    Yeah. I am. This is for an ***automatic*** so they command a bit of a premium.


  • #283
    Dr. Nick
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,420 ✭✭✭Dr. Nick


    Still can't find any value in Italy (Treviso) - any ideas people?


  • #284
    aabarnes1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 295 ✭✭aabarnes1


    devil-80 wrote: »
    HI,
    Where rent car in Faro and what is the limit for cigarettes which you can bring to Ireland from Portugal legally.

    As many as you like( within a reasonable limit) as long as they are the same brand and for personal use and you have a receipt. Do not try to conceal them in any way shape or form.


  • #285
    aabarnes1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 295 ✭✭aabarnes1


    Dr. Nick wrote: »
    Still can't find any value in Italy (Treviso) - any ideas people?

    Perhaps there isn't any available!


  • #286
    Gone Drinking
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,809 ✭✭✭Gone Drinking


    They've disabled their phones, stating due to the volumes of calls they're not offering phone assistance.

    Its says to use twitter or their online help. Online help are for the application process. No one responds on twitter, to tweets or direct messages.

    There's a poor lad who's been tweeting them for a week straight with no response. He's had an application in with them since the 31st of March.

    Whole thing is a sham, absolutely ridiculous.


  • #287
    bonjurkes
    Registered Users Posts: 241 ✭✭bonjurkes


    We are looking to rent a car with my driver friend with his non-Irish driver license. He is under 25 (24 something) and he has driver license for 5 years.

    The problem is, probably because of insurance, most of the rental companies doesn't offer renting for under 25. I found sixt and flizzr (same company actually) that they offer rental for extra daily price. (extra 38 euro per day)

    But then they are not offering their damage protection "Top Cover and Super Top Cover TDW" packages. And we are willing to pay for those protection as we don't want to get ripped by rental company.

    If there is any car rental company that you used for under 25 yo, it would be great if you can share some info.


  • #288
    thejaguar
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 739 ✭✭✭thejaguar


    Hi,

    I'm heading over to Lisbon shortly and plan to rent a car. Has anyone been over that direction and rented a car?

    I'm wondering if anyone would recommend particular rental companies or websites. Or are there any that should be avoided?


  • #289
    McSween
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,290 ✭✭✭McSween


    Is there a url that I can upload a picture of my newborn to see if it matches requirements. I cannot see it on the aite

    Also, will they return her birth certificate?


  • #290
    Antar Bolaeisk
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,091 ✭✭✭Antar Bolaeisk


    Has anyone any experience with carhire.ie? They're coming in about half the price as the rest of the rental companies at Dublin airport but seem to be legitimate. Have they a heap of hidden charges waiting to sting the unsuspecting customer with upon collection?


  • #291
    uck51js9zml2yt
    Closed Accounts Posts: 18,268 ✭✭✭✭uck51js9zml2yt


    thejaguar wrote: »
    Hi,

    I'm heading over to Lisbon shortly and plan to rent a car. Has anyone been over that direction and rented a car?

    I'm wondering if anyone would recommend particular rental companies or websites. Or are there any that should be avoided?

    I normally go through http://www.autoeurope.ie/ when booking for Lisbon.

    If you want ny info on driving in Lisobon and where to go/park etc send me a pm. I'm a regular visitor to the city over the last 15 years.


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  • #292
    aabarnes1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 295 ✭✭aabarnes1


    Yes, used them at Malaga last September. Absolutely no issues. Minibus collects you from arrivals and takes you to the office about 3 minutes away. Checked the car thoroughly with me before I took it and same on return.
    I had car hire excess policy that I got here for €49 for a year, well worth it for peace of mind. I opted for their fair fuel option, which is collect it full, return it full, downside was a €800 block on my credit card, which was reinstated within 24 hours of returning the car as I had no issues. They do check it quite thoroughly though, so beware. If you see ANY marks on the car when you collect it, take a picture and get them to document it before you leave.
    Happy hols


  • #293
    aabarnes1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 295 ✭✭aabarnes1


    Antar Bolaeisk wrote: »
    Has anyone any experience with carhire.ie? They're coming in about half the price as the rest of the rental companies at Dublin airport but seem to be legitimate. Have they a heap of hidden charges waiting to sting the unsuspecting customer with upon collection?

    Yes, used them at Malaga last September. Absolutely no issues. Minibus collects you from arrivals and takes you to the office about 3 minutes away. Checked the car thoroughly with me before I took it and same on return.
    I had car hire excess policy that I got here for €49 for a year, well worth it for peace of mind. I opted for their fair fuel option, which is collect it full, return it full, downside was a €800 block on my credit card, which was reinstated within 24 hours of returning the car as I had no issues. They do check it quite thoroughly though, so beware. If you see ANY marks on the car when you collect it, take a picture and get them to document it before you leave.
    Happy hols


  • #294
    kieran101
    Registered Users Posts: 24 ✭kieran101


    Hi! I'm planning on taking 3 weeks out to rent a cheap campervan and travel (either up or down) the west coast of Portugal, mainly for surfing, exploring, and getting some well needed sun! I've been thinking of buying my own van to do this for months now but I've decided to hold off and go rent one first and see if its for me or not!

    Hoping to get some tips on here as to when is good time to go, places to see/avoid! What to bring! Perhaps some of you have or know others who have done something similar? Van life etc. There are plenty of other threads on where to find good surf spots so I won't repeat that question! Its more the solo driving up/down the coast that I'm asking about! Good spots to "free camp" in the van etc.

    I know its a very generic thing to ask but I'm not looking for anything fancy..my interests are surfing, music, outdoors, good food, and of course meeting people and having the craic! Although I don't speak any portuguese, all part of the fun though!

    I was thinking I might even go as far as France and drive up or down from there, I speak fluent French and have been meaning to check out hossegor, but I'm not sure how that would work with the van rental companies crossing borders etc. or how long it might take even, I don't want to be rushing so maybe it's best to stick with Portugal for now. As for the van there are plenty of cheap camper rentals down there and you can pick/drop off at different spots eg. Faro-Porto or vice versa. So van wise theres no problem! I'm looking at something like this


    Time wise would 3 weeks be enough to fully travel and take in the west coast? I'm thinking late September or October would be a good time to go as August is high season and van rental is pretty high around this time, also the beaches will be packed!

    Does anyone know if there are any big surf competitions or events that might be taking place, like Nazare or similar, it could help me plan a rough route to go by!

    Another thing i was wondering was whether to bring my own boards and wetsuit? The surf van companies offer these but 1) I save money bringing my own 2) I'm used to surfing my own one

    Also thinking about bringing my acoustic guitar, think Ryanair charge 50 quid for this.

    My budget is pretty flexible, Ryanair flights are about 150 for Sep, and even cheaper for Oct (around 100e). I'd be sleeping and eating out of the van, only expenses are really food, drink and fuel! Fuel and the van rental being the biggest!

    Would love to hear from others who have done this kind of thing!
    Thanks!
    Kieran


  • #295
    donalh087
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 615 ✭✭✭donalh087


    from_atozinc wrote: »
    Oh ok. What would be an ok price do you think?

    I normally think €25 a day is good enough.

    I just rented a car today in Italy for 10 days, later this month. I am sick of the low cost shysters so said I would try the main stream guys. Boy, have the cheap operators put manners on them. I went with Hertz and got a C-Max for 10 days for €196.

    As importantly for me, the deposit is only €250. Last time I was caught for nearly €2,000 deposit. I know I got it back but it was a shock


  • #296
    happydays5
    Registered Users Posts: 75 ✭✭happydays5


    Hi does anyone know of any companies who will do car hire in France with debit card - we've never had a problem in Spain but am striving for France....


  • #297
    happydays5
    Registered Users Posts: 75 ✭✭happydays5


    This query isn't looking good😦


  • #298
    Mollyd90
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 608 ✭✭✭Mollyd90


    http://indigocarhire.co.uk/

    I used this company a few years ago. no problems. works out a little more expensive with debit card.


  • #299
    donalh087
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 615 ✭✭✭donalh087


    from_atozinc wrote: »
    hi, would this 25 euro include insurance etc ?

    Yes.


  • #300
    aabarnes1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 295 ✭✭aabarnes1


    Good evening,

    I just booked with Auto Europe online, got an Astra or similar for €72.02 for 10 days at Barcelona airport in early June. Full to full basis for fuel and I took the option of CDW. I was unsure that €72 was the 'real' final price, so I called their toll-free number. I spoke to two different reps and they both told me the same thing. That was the final price and the only addition would be a €300 block on my credit card to cover fuel if I didn't return it full or any speeding/parking fines that may be incurred. This €300, obviously, would be reimbursed.
    I googled reviews about the company and apart from people complaining about the queue at the airport desk, it was mainly positive.


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  • #301
    from_atozinc
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 2,943 ✭✭✭from_atozinc


    aabarnes1 wrote: »
    Good evening,

    I just booked with Auto Europe online, got an Astra or similar for €72.02 for 10 days at Barcelona airport in early June. Full to full basis for fuel and I took the option of CDW. I was unsure that €72 was the 'real' final price, so I called their toll-free number. I spoke to two different reps and they both told me the same thing. That was the final price and the only addition would be a €300 block on my credit card to cover fuel if I didn't return it full or any speeding/parking fines that may be incurred. This €300, obviously, would be reimbursed.
    I googled reviews about the company and apart from people complaining about the queue at the airport desk, it was mainly positive.

    Christ that's cheap.

    I got a Peugeot 308 auto in Portugal at end of June, start of July for 18 days with super collidionnwaiver damage and it's costing me 600 Euro. !!!! Am I getting fleeced or what? I may cancel the bloody thing.


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