PRIVATE RENTING
ADVANTAGES
The first advantage that you have to rent your car to an individual is that you have a good chance of paying your rental much cheaper than through a classic renter. On average you will realize 30 to 40% savings by renting on a private rental agency compared to a conventional rental.
And this cheaper price will not flare up when demand is high (summer, during holidays, in September for utilities, etc.). Overall our prices are stable throughout the year, which is not the case in traditional rental companies. Another advantage to renting a private car in comparison with a conventional agency: you do not have to travel far from home. One of the strengths of the model is to offer vehicles for rent on all streets, instead of grouping them in a limited number of agencies. So your rental car will come to you, especially as some owners are ready to move to deliver the vehicle to a place that suits you.
POINTS THAT MAY BOTHER YOU
One aspect of private renting that may be problematic is that you have to wait for the owner’s response when you ask to book a vehicle. Many homeowners respond within hours, or even within minutes, and we indicate their average response time to allow you to make your choice if you need a quick response. But by comparison, the traditional car rental allows you to have an answer in the immediate future.
LET’S COMPARE NOW TO THE TRADITIONAL CAR RENTAL.
ADVANTAGES
The main advantage of renting a car from a conventional rental car is the speed to book. Whether it’s online or at a counter, you’ll know in minutes if a vehicle matching your needs is available. Moreover, the fleets of the traditional hirers are used only for rental; the availability of their vehicles is greater than that of private vehicles. And in case of unforeseen with your vehicle you can easily obtain another one, of a category equivalent or higher.
THE DRAWBACKS
As mentioned above, the major disadvantage of a conventional rental when compared to a particular car rental is that you will pay much more. Especially since this price will fly if you want to rent at the last minute, or if you need a car at a time when demand is important. Another disadvantage already addressed, you will have to move to an agency to pick up and bring back your car. And depending on the range of vehicles you need, it will not necessarily be the nearest agency in your area. You will also have to go at the scheduled time, under penalty of paying penalties, where you can notify the owner if you are a quarter of an hour late when you rent between individuals.