Cheap car hire article discussion

malky39 wrote: »

Sorry I had mentioned it in a previous post. It's in carcassonne France, that's the problem as well as they do not provide the name of the supplier until you have made the booking and paid at least a non refundable deposit, for the cheapest deal.

Pop some dates and your price quote down so that people can make a comparison or find a better deal.
Clearly your issue is with not knowing the supplier, so pop some proper details down so comparisons can be made.

malky39 wrote: »

21/06/16-28/06/16 Compact class of car, Atlas were coming in at £90, your correct my issue is with not knowing the supplier, and reviews of the agents use seem to vary greatly.

That date has already passed. Supplier is possibly FireFly(Hertz's low cost brand). Though possibly not, as your quote may have limited km usage. Book direct with FireFly(or pay the few pounds more to go with AVIS/Hertz) and do not neglect to purchase standalone car hire excess insurance.

Don't forget Quidco. http://www.quidco.com/firefly-car-rental/

malky39 wrote: »

Not paying attention it was 2017. I will get standalone insurance. The extra to go with hertz is £150 for a smaller car. With firefly direct £25 more. So if atlas are using firefly I would book with them as the difference will pay for my separate insurance

I don't know from where you get £90.
Your dates with Atlas:


It seems that you are not following. I stated that it might be FireFly, but possibility not, as your choice suggests limited km per day.
FireFly direct with Quidco is currently £106.
If you aren't prepared to pay £3 more for peace of mind, I don't know what to tell you.

malky39 wrote: »

I was following, and understood that you were only speculating that it could be firefly.
I got the £90 through a comparison site, it was limited mileage but 300km per day which is plenty, cant remember which one right now as I tried many. But the price may have gone up. Obviously if there is only £3 difference I will book directly with firefly.
Thanks for the all the advice

Best to book via Quidco asap, as you can cancel without charge up to 48 hours before arrival.

Q: How can I cancel my reservation? Is there a charge?

A: You can cancel your reservation by using “Modify/Cancel Reservation” field of the reservation box, in the homepage. If you cancel your reservation up to 48 hours before your pick-up date and time, you will be refunded the whole amount of your reservation. Alternatively, you will be refunded the reservation amount, minus a late cancellation fee of €30+VAT.

Make sure that you have your no fee credit card at hand in time for the trip.

If you don't have a no fee card at the mo, you can organise a Revolut account in minutes and use the virtual card produced to pay for the rental.
You'll likely need a CC on arrival. The Halifax Clarity, Creation Everyday, SAGA Platinum and Post Office Platinum all fit the bill.