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info on hiring van to go fishing in france

jockettuk
jockettuk Posts: 5,809 Forumite
in Motoring
My other half and his mates are going to france in july next year .. instead of taking 3 cars they looking at hiring a van that will take at least 3 and all there gear..

Im not sure were to start looking at companys who will hire out these kind of things for travel out of the uk

any infor would be much appreciated

thanks

rose
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  • Quentin
    Quentin Posts: 40,405 Forumite
    Most major hire companies allow you to take their vans abroad (in EEC) at no extra cost.
  • jockettuk
    jockettuk Posts: 5,809 Forumite
    Thanks will check some out much appreciated
    Those we love don't go away,They walk beside us every day,Unseen, unheard, but always near,
    Still loved, still missed and very dear
    Our thoughts are ever with you,Though you have passed away.And those who loved you dearly,
    Are thinking of you today.
  • chigley
    chigley Posts: 111 Forumite
    Quentin wrote: »
    Most major hire companies allow you to take their vans abroad (in EEC) at no extra cost.

    I am sorry but I would have to disagree with that. A couple of years ago I tried to hire a van to collect some furniture from Germany, and I could not find a single company who would let me take a van through a channel port. The main reason given for this was that so many people try and smuggle alcohol and fags through, and then the vans get impounded - and it doesn't make any difference who owns it, it still gets impounded.

    Good luck if you find anyone who will hire you one though!
    :TProud to have lived within my means all my life :T
  • Quentin
    Quentin Posts: 40,405 Forumite
    Try sixt .

    From their FAQ:

    Can I take a vehicle overseas?

    Yes you can.........
  • hewhoisnotintheknow
    hewhoisnotintheknow Posts: 3,162 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    every car i have hire in holland has included everything you need to drive in any euro country (apart from some mercs in italy)

    not that this helps you!
  • jockettuk
    jockettuk Posts: 5,809 Forumite
    there are a few that will hire but if you want a transit style van it costs more ..

    will keep looking and see what is around.. might be cheaper to buy a cheap van and then sell it on return..
    Those we love don't go away,They walk beside us every day,Unseen, unheard, but always near,
    Still loved, still missed and very dear
    Our thoughts are ever with you,Though you have passed away.And those who loved you dearly,
    Are thinking of you today.
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