5 Best Ways To Sell BEST CAR RENTAL
Car rental is really a hot topic for vacationers headed to Costa Rica. Recent research conducted by the Costa Rican Institute of Tourism (ICT) indicates that, after accommodations, renting a car is the largest expense, averaging $702 for an eleven-day vacation.
THE WEB is buzzing with negative reviews discussing overcharging, poor customer support and mechanical breakdowns. You might have even written one yourself!
A typical midsize (3 – 4 adults) 4X4 rental runs between $58 and $65 daily with alternative party insurance and rates can vary around 20 percent among car rental companies, so reading an instant review will be time well spent once you calculate the savings.
Therefore the question is; which rental company supplies the best balance of fair price, capable customer support and reliable vehicles? I’ve researched everything for you, so keep reading!
Disclosure: This research was conducted in-may – July 2013. London luxury car hire following companies were selected because they are the most widely used in Costa Rica. Some are local companies; others are international franchises of recognized brands. Comparisons include: customer service, pricing and the reservation process. The companies are listed alphabetically rather than based on personal or online preferences.
Consider this information before renting:
Insurance
One of the primary causes for complaints is from the stack of unforeseen charges presented to the renter once standing at the rental company’s counter. Vacationers are usually tired after a long flight and are confronted by costs that were not anticipated, explained or budgeted.
Topping the set of grievances may be the non-disclosure of fees associated with the mandatory third-party insurance at the time the reservation is made.
In accordance with Costa Rican law, every driver is required to carry liability coverage to insure against injuries to third parties. Car rental companies generally avoid disclosing the expense of this policy in the quoted rental rate to seem more competitive. Mandatory third-party insurance can often be as much as double the vehicle’s rental cost. The only real guarantee against insurance confusion would be to inquire if your estimate includes the third party insurance and insist on a written quotation.
Cost of Mandatory Insurance (also known as Third Party or SLI)
Be prepared to pay between $12 and $15 daily for this insurance, with respect to the make and style of the rented vehicle and the rental car agency. That is a legal condition of one’s rental agreement and is generally not covered by credit cards and cannot be waived. It’s a fact of renting an automobile in Costa Rica.
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW)
As the name suggests, this is not insurance, but a waiver, which relieves the renter from any liability for harm to the rental car after the deductible is paid (usually from $750 to $1,500). Some agencies require renters to get their CDW policy; thereby negating any charge card program. For yet another fee, many agencies do offer a zero liability option where the renter will be freed from paying for any damage to the automobile. Some companies may put pressure upon renters to get the zero liability coverage; however, it is entirely optional, unless it really is in the fine print of these rental agreement.
Credit card insurance programs may cover the CDW for accommodations vehicle. Check with your chosen rental car company to find which proof of insurance is needed and then request that from your own credit card company ahead of arriving. If you use your credit card’s CDW policy, be prepared to pay a higher deposit on the automobile; around $1,500 to $2000 is common. The higher deposit ensures that the charge card holder has enough financial reserves to cover damages if needed. It is very important consider that if using CDW coverage provided by a credit card (instead of the rent an automobile operator), all damages will be billed to the renter’s charge card. The credit card company will then reimburse the card holder for damages.
