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From: b27d24e4@users.realize.com
Subject: Re: rent-a-car and some problems
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Date: Mon, 15 Feb 1999 04:23:53 GMT
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On 2/8/99, janice@lat-nospam-tice.com wrote:
> Out here in my neighborhood, the rent-a-car guys have a reputation of
> being bigger cheats than used-car salesmen.  That never concerned me much
> because I was underaged (and looked much younger, just under 5 foot too!) 
> so they would have probably just turned me away.  Well, I've reached the
> golden age, so I can rent a car now.
> 
> I asked around, but the rates appear ridiculously high.  Especially for
> what they call "one-way rentals" where you rent from one location and
> return the car in another town.  The rental rate quoted to me is in the
> neighborhood of $200 or more a day.  
> 
> $200 A DAY!!   The lowest quote I got was $189 a day for the tiny Geo
> Metro.  
> 
> Is there an FAQ on car rentals?  Any write-ups by Consumer Reports or
> anyone else that I could read?  Basically, I am looking for any advice
> that can bring down my rental costs.  Example, which is the lowest priced
> car rental agency?  Are there any tips on renting cars? etc.
> 
> All input much appreciated.
>   
> Janice
> 
> 
> 
> 
Sometimes it helps to be part of a buying group like AAA or AutoAdvantage.  Also if you are a frequent flyer on any airline, that can help.


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