ExpatAl

Hi all,

As I'm sure you're aware, there are plenty of car rental companies in the UAE. I need to find myself a motor this weekend so am hoping for any recommendations on who to go with...

Have you seen any deals or have had experience with anyone that's worth a mention?

Cheers

mission

err a quick google search i'm sure will do the trick!

ExpatAl

I've done that already There's a lot to choose from and not all include pricing (without lodging an enquiry first)

I thought I would ask the wisdom of BE for any first hand experience/advice on the matter

mission

fair enough

UKMS

Ive used Diamond lease in knowledge village but always booked them through Holiday Autos, if you go to them direct the rates are not good. Rates vary from one week to the next and company to company depending on how many cars they have gathering dust. I always look at Kayak or holiday autos ..... these tend to dig out the best rates !

jam25mack

Used Paramount for years but we have a commercial deal.

I'd think they'll all be much of a muchness.

Negotiate.

Taz786

Rented through Firefly when I first arrived. Their cars are generally 2-3 years old as they take the older cars from Hertz. But obviously, the price is cheaper.

It's part of Al Futtaim therefore reputable.

DXBtoDOH

If it's just for a few days then go with a reputable dealer like Thrifty. They have outlets in the malls. Cars are fine. Rates are reasonable. Insurances are comprehensive. They don't nickle and dime you like the cheaper dealerships will do. There's always a catch if it seems really cheap, which usually reveals itself if something happens to the car and which is why I avoid the cheap places.

I second the kayak recommendation to get good rates. I've booked Thrifty and Hertz via kayak.

ExpatAl

Thanks for the advice chaps/ladies!

carcajou

I used Fast Rent a Car for several years. They always treated me well and took care of any problems quickly.

kostik3000

Hertz has good rates actually directly too and new cars (mostly 2017 models). Cheaper places are usually a bid doggy, hit and miss really.

ExpatAl

Got my first rented motor - Kia Picanto for 1500dhs a month... pretty nippy for a 1ltr and easy to park but will probably buy something in a month or so

kostik3000

I have Honda Civic from Hertz at 1900 per month. Quite good car, 2017 model but probably buy something as well. Battery has died yesterday as well but Hertz was quick to replace it with Honda City.

jam25mack

1500 for a Picanto!

I pay 1600 for a Rio.....

1900 for a Civic..... and then you let them replace it with a City...


The world has gone mad! Mad I tell you!

scrubbedexpat141

What's it like when a Patrol or similar is close alongside or behind you?
Get a bigger car ASAP.
I used to pay 1550 for my Lancerghini.