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When you hire a car it is very important to make sure you read the small prints as there are many pitfalls that can get you in trouble, especially be aware of the less reputable car hire companies who will try and make money from you.
Before you drive away in the hired car, it is absolutely essential that you check the car very carefully, and make a note of every scratch and dent you see. Tell the salesperson about any scratch or dent that isn't on the vehicle condition report, as this will cover you just in case the hire company try to charge extra for a dent or other damage was caused while you had the vehicle.Before you drive away in the hired car, it is absolutely essential that you check the car very carefully, and make a note of every scratch and dent you see. Tell the salesperson about any scratch or dent that isn't on the vehicle condition report, as this will cover you just in case the hire company try to charge extra for a dent or other damage was caused while you had the vehicle.
Also when you go to a car hire in Scotland, make sure you check the agreement for the fuel cost and what the arrangement is, as many people tend to choose the option of leaving with a full tank and returning with a full tank but make sure the tank is absolutely full as if the car hire company manages to fit a few more litres in the tank, they will charge you for refuelling.Also when you go to a car hire in Scotland, make sure you check the agreement for the fuel cost and what the arrangement is, as many people tend to choose the option of leaving with a full tank and returning with a full tank but make sure the tank is absolutely full as if the car hire company manages to fit a few more litres in the tank, they will charge you for refuelling.
Many car hire companies will offer collision damage waiver' which usually comes with a large excess, the salesperson will try their best to convince you to take out extra cover but its best to get yourself insured before you pick the car up so you can avoid paying a lot through the car hire companies products.Many car hire companies will offer collision damage waiver' which usually comes with a large excess, the salesperson will try their best to convince you to take out extra cover but its best to get yourself insured before you pick the car up so you can avoid paying a lot through the car hire companies products.
