Surprising rental

The pre-booked car (which was larger) was not available. There was only one car at the store, and due to time constraints, we were forced to take the smaller car on our trip, but were charged the rate for the more expensive, originally booked car. The rental company was very unprofessional and used various tricks to deceive customers. During pick-up, there were two noticeable scratches that the staff overlooked, which I had to point out before they were recorded. During drop-off, they took advantage of our inexperience, repeatedly saying everything was fine and that the inspection was complete without giving us any receipt. Later, they claimed we returned the car late (by one day) and tried to charge extra since we had no receipt. We directly filed a complaint with Budget after returning home and provided train tickets and accommodation receipts from the same day we returned the car to prove our point. Eventually, we got the undue charges refunded.

We chose to pick up the car at the Rome train station, which was very convenient. After completing the paperwork, a shuttle took us to the pick-up location. The staff was very efficient, and there was no waiting.

Staff as usual trying to sell you lots of extras.

I have waited 45 minutes at the desk to talk with the employee. I have paid at the desk around 500 euros for all risks insurance (theft not included), which is very expensive. Insurance should be around 10 or 20% of the rental rate value not more.. I had no options so I paid it but am unhappy and won’t rent there again.

Car was in very poor condition. Have never had a car with so many scratches and dents. The exterior was absolutely filthy. The wait time at counter for pick up was painfully long.

Excellent