Exotic Car Hire at Christchurch Airport [CHC], New Zealand

FAQ - hire Exotic cars in CHC Airport, New-zealand

How to rent Exotic car class in Christchurch CHC Airport?

You must book a car and then show up at the counter at the specified time to pick it up. Also, prepare all the necessary documents and provide them to the employee present. The list of documents needed to rent an Exotic car in Christchurch Airport includes:

• A full driving licence, which you have held for a minimum of 1 year
• International Driving Permit (IDP) if your original licence is not in English
• A printed confirmation voucher sent to your email upon completion of the booking
• A valid photo ID, such as a passport or national ID
• A credit or debit card as an acceptable payment method

According to car hire requirements in Christchurch, UK licence holders require a photocard. On top of that, an IDP must be provided along with a domestic licence. Don’t forget to verify if your bank card has enough balance to pay the full reservation cost and authorise the security deposit.

What is the cheapest way to hire a car in CHC Airport, New-zealand?

You can rent Exotic for cheap using two simple rules. The first is to book at Rental24.co.uk and the second is to follow the tips below:

• Book early as the best deals appear 2-4 weeks before the pick-up date
• Plan the first day of your trip on a weekday when rates drop
• Reserve for at least 7 days, which is the minimum period for applying discount rates
• Look for Christchurch CHC Airport Exotic car hire in nearby locations to find the optimum price
• Compare deals from different companies for greater financial gain
• Select deals with the full-to-full fuel option to avoid overpaying on fuel
• If possible, avoid one-way travel and border crossings to save money
• Check the promotions and discounts available on the vendor's website

Which Exotic car hire companies are on-site in Christchurch Airport?

The following vendors provide car hire on site in Christchurch: EUROPCAR, EZI, YESAWAY, EZU, SIXT, A RENTALS, FIREFLY, KEDDY BY EUROPCAR, BUDGET, HERTZ, THRIFTY, YES RENTALS, AVIS If you can't find the supplier you want on this list, they may have offices outside the terminal and provide a shuttle service to/from their location.

Do you know the car rental group codes for Exotic?

For a clearer car classification, companies use the ACRISS car rental code system. These car hire group codes consist of four capital letters and represent an auto’s basic characteristics. As a result, customers can determine which deal to pick up and what they get in the end. Consider what each letter means in the ACRISS code:

• The 1st letter characterises a vehicle group like Exotic, Luxury, etc.
• The 2nd letter indicates the type of car, such as a convertible or 5-door sedan.
• The 3rd letter represents the type of transmission and drive - automatic or manual, 2WD or 4WD.
• The 4th letter refers to the special equipment on board, like air conditioning, and the type of fuel used.

What does ‘or similar’ mean in car hire?

Due to the large volume of cars rented to travellers, it would be difficult for vendors to provide a particular model. To facilitate service, they have made certain models interchangeable. Therefore, when booking, you may not receive an exact automobile, but an identical model in size, type, transmission, and equipment. That is why companies indicate ‘Exotic car hire or similar’ on the booking page.

What are the car hire petrol charges in CHC Airport, New-zealand?

Average car hire petrol charges in Christchurch CHC Airport are £6.9 per gallon. In case you want to reduce fuel consumption, adopt a more relaxed driving style and change gears at lower engine speeds.

Does my car insurance cover rental cars in Christchurch Airport?

You can use personal car insurance for private hire with the same limits and deductibles. Still, you should check whether your auto policy covers driving abroad. Vendors provide basic insurance by default, which includes damage cover, theft cover, and third-party cover. Moreover, you can purchase an additional or full protection plan. One more alternative is to take advantage of the insurance that comes with your credit card.

Can I rent a particular Exotic car model in Christchurch CHC Airport?

If you want to make sure you get a particular car model in Christchurch Airport, then choose the cars marked with a sign “Guaranteed car model”. Otherwise, the rental company may provide you with any car of the same class you ordered, or if there is no car available in this class, the company will provide you with a car of higher class.

The minimum age to hire a car in Christchurch is 20 years old, but most car hire companies do not provide Exotic vehicles to drivers under 25. Sometimes a driver must be at least 26 or even 28 to be able to hire an Exotic car.

Nevertheless, the age requirements may vary depending on the location, and some companies may provide their Exotic cars even to 21-year-old drivers with an additional fee – a young driver fee.

Anyway, you should always check the exact age requirements in the “Important Information” of a specific Exotic model in CHC Airport, New-zealand.