Student & Long Term Car Rental

Cape Town is in the process of building up its transport infrastructure but this will still take several years. The transport systems in place are not always reliable and safe to use, especially at night. The best way to become independent in Cape Town is to rent or buy a car. We have several Car rental companies specializing in long-term car rentals as well as short term. This is ideal for Internship students and other foreign students who are spending several months in Cape Town. We have personally met with all these Car Rental companies and can recommend them to you. To avoid disappointment and problems please make use of the car rental companies on our page below. They have been in the industry for several years and have built up a good reputation.

Cheapest Long Term & Student Car rental Companies in Cape Town

Company Name	Type of Vehicles
	Renta VW Long term rental min 2 weeks VW Golf Chico VW Polo Classic More Info - Rates - Send Enquiry
	Around About Cars Student Cars, short term and long term Not restricted to Cape Town Discount on rental longer than 2 months More Info - Rates - Book online
	Fun Car Long term rental min 2 weeks VW Beetles VW City Golfs More Info - Rates - Send Enquiry
	Drive Africa Under 21 rentals second driver free Cash car rental – no credit card Cross border rentals - low crossing fees More Info - Rates - Send Enquiry
	Wilhelms´s Auto Hire Long term rental min one month Mercedes Benz 80s 123 series VW Golf chico More Info - Rates - Send Enquiry
	Rent A Cheapie Citi Golf Toyota Tazz 8 Seater Toyota Condor More Info - Rates - Send Enquiry
	Ulf Car Rental Citi Golf Hyundai Atos Long Term Car Rental More Info - Rates - Send Enquiry
	Acker Car Rental Classic Mercedes Benz 80s 123 series Long Term Car Rental Manual or Automatic Transmission More Info - Rates - Send Enquiry

Positive side to Car Rental

• You have fewer worries
• If the car breaks down you can get it replaced
• You could share the rental between two drivers

Limitations to car rentals

• Distance you travel from Cape Town is limited depending on your contract
• Deposits are not always given back to clients
• Renting a car can become expensive over a long period, I.e. 4 months and more. 

Car rental guidelines

• Book in advance! During the summer season (October-May) Car rental companies are fully booked. 
• Make sure the car is in Roadworthy condition.
• Read the contract agreement carefully and do not be afraid to ask questions.
• Keep a copy of the signed contract.
• Know the insurance excess amount (the amount you have to pay in the event of an accident) on the insurance.
• Do not become liable for any mechanical or electrical damages (if the engine breaks you should not get charged)
• Your car should be replaced free-of-charge if it breaks down.
• Before you get into the car take pictures and make sure they are dated. This will help prevent any problems from the company.
• If you hire old cars make sure they work. Breaking down in and around Cape Town can be dangerous especially at night.Renting the cheapest cars might not be the safes option in the end. 
• Some clients have problems getting deposits back so try to stick to reputable car rental agents!

 Long term car rental prices    

1. R2500-R3800 a month
2. R130-R200 a day
3. Price depends on:
   • How long you rent for
   • How old the car is
   • The condition of car
   • The company you choose

Frequently Ask Question:

1. Can I rent a car if I am under 21 years old?
   
   • Yes you can, please check companies listed.
2. Can I rent a car without having a credit Card?
   •  Yes, you can but companies offering that service are limited.

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4 comments:

alex said: (Posted 08 October 2009, 02:10)
hi im interested in Funcar car hirehas anyone used and can recommend themthank you

Cape Intern Admin said: (Posted 05 October 2009, 10:10)
Dear Ruth we have met up with all the car rental companies on the page to make sure they are running proper businesses including offering reliable and well looked after cars You must also understand that cars do breakdown and the tendency for that to happen with older cars is higher Acker has up to now built up a very good reputation

Ruth said: (Posted 02 October 2009, 21:10)
Im traveling to the worldcup with my husband my 1 year old son and my husbands parents I want to rent a old Merc from Acker but Im not sure how reliable is both the service and the car What do you know about it Thankx

Esther said: (Posted 25 February 2009, 22:02)
Acker Car Rentals are awesome they offer great service at a good price I can recommend them to anyone especially if you plan to stay for a few months in around Cape Town Esther X

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