Nov 17, 2017
Summary: Saving money by comparison shopping can prove to be a financially smart move.
If you’re in the market for a rental car for that upcoming family trip, you’ll want to ensure that you obtain a reasonable rate. Now, haggling might be a term that can come off as a bit frugal, especially when you’re renting a car, but it’s understandable as you’ll want the biggest bang for your buck.
The Numbers Game
Wherever you’re planning to rent a car, you have to remember that the people behind the desk are dedicated to providing quality service so they can rack up the cash. It doesn’t matter what country you’re in, even in Amman a rent a car can be ridiculously expensive due to the fact that you’re a tourist. Car rental agencies are typically judged according to the amount of money that their individual branches tend to bring in – which ends up being a numbers game.
Being open to various agencies can be a benefit for you. If you can, make multiple reservations (as long as they don’t charge you for cancelling) and see how they all compare when stacked against one another.
Pitting One Company Against Another
For instance, say you’re looking at Monte Carlo Rent a Car, LLC and Enterprise to see which car will provide you with the best value. You’ll want to take a look at the total amount that you’ll be paying and what types of fees are associated with them as well. If you want, you can show the sales representative the deal that you made with another company and ask him whether or not he’d match the price or throw in an upgrade. As stated before, these companies want your money, and they might go as far as price matching if they feel pressured by their competition.