Car Rental

Armoured_Bear 10 Apr 2017 22:46:43 31,233 posts
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So I just booked car hire in the UK through an Aussie site (drivenow) as it's well cheaper.
It says on the confirmation "I'm in Australia", will they want proof of Aussie residence or not care?
Any idea?

CosmicFuzz 10 Apr 2017 22:55:26 32,632 posts
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Please tell me you're going to pretend to be an Australian, fake accent, "G'day mate, I'm here to pick up my car" etc

Armoured_Bear 10 Apr 2017 22:59:12 31,233 posts
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CosmicFuzz wrote:
Please tell me you're going to pretend to be an Australian, fake accent, "G'day mate, I'm here to pick up my car" etc

I was thinking of that but when they question my Swiss driving license, I'll lose my cool

Armoured_Bear 11 Apr 2017 10:18:14 31,233 posts
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Anyone ?

Deleted user 11 April 2017 10:23:05

I've done that a few times within Europe (always with the big providers), no issues so far. I don't really think they care that much, as long as they have ID, billing address and card details and your driving licence when you pick up the vehicle.

Never tried to pretend being an Aussie though mate.

elstoof 11 Apr 2017 10:30:49 28,125 posts
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Wear a hat with corks hanging from the brim, no questions will be asked
Deleted user 11 April 2017 10:33:46

And don't make the fatal mistake of carrying any cans of Foster's on you or your cover will be blown immediately. God speed
Armoured_Bear 11 Apr 2017 11:48:26 31,233 posts
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Will a koala cuddly toy be enough?
DaM 11 Apr 2017 12:00:36 17,729 posts
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Make sure you ask for a Ute, that should convince them.

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