hi,
me and 2 of my friends are going to new york and boston next year, we all have full UK driving licenses but will only be 18 yrs old when we go, will we be able to rent a car?
2006-10-30 22:07:12 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
Think u can but u may have to pay more on insurance as u r under 25. Check it out with the American Embassy or a reputable travel agent before u depart.
2006-10-30 22:09:32 · answer #1 · answered by english_rose10 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should get an international drivers license before you go. And you'll need a major credit card.
Re the age limit, here's what I found, doesn't look promising for renting at the airport. Might be able to find a Rent-a-Wreck (not usually at airports!) that will rent to 18... but also being "foreigner" won't help. If you are going to be there for a while I think you'll find it easier to *buy* a wreck that will get you from point A to point B. There are always lots of used cars for sale for cheap. Might even find something on e-Bay before you take off.
First web site:
Underage Car Renting at Major Airports
It's not always easy renting a car if you're under 25. For the most part, the larger car rental companies will not rent to persons under 25 unless they are part of a corporate or organization's discount program. If you happen to be going to a busy airport like Los Angeles or Orlando, you can do well with local independents or specific franchise locations of national chains (see our list at right). These companies may be scarce except at large airports. They usually have a minimum age policy of 21 with a very few allowing a minimum age of 18.
On a "US Nationwide Level", your best bet for 21-24 rentals is either with Thrifty at most locations or Dollar or Alamo at many locations.
Liabilities and insurance costs go up for rental car agencies when renting to those under 25. Companies that allow the "underage" to rent will usually pass this cost down to you in the form of a daily surcharge. This surcharge usually ranges from $5-$20 per day. The upside to all this is that those companies that will allow you to rent may also offer low basic rates!
Second web site:
Driver's Age
Usually, Rent-A-Wreck requires renters to be at least 18 years old, but some locations may require a minimum age of 25 years. For consumers under 25, a credit card is usually required for payment and the rental rate may be higher - please contact the individual Rent-A-Wreck car rental location from which you would like to rent for their specific age policies.
2006-10-30 22:18:55 · answer #2 · answered by Holly 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, you are not able to rent a car in the USA or any other country until you are 21.
2006-10-30 22:11:38 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunatly, you probably won't be able to, I don't live in NY or Boston so I'm not gonna swear by it but you usually need to be 25 y.o. with a valid credit! Sorry!
2006-10-30 22:09:28 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No and public transprt is better.
You won't cope with it either do you know the rules fro turning right at a traffic light if it's on red in the states???
2006-10-30 22:09:53 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ive been over there a lot our daughter lives in florida,but I can't answer your question for you,
Look go and get advice about this,it isnt easy driving over there.just a little advice don't speed the fines are high.
2006-10-30 22:55:36 · answer #6 · answered by shirley m 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your local Hertz or Avis (two biggest in car rental) and ask them. Also ask how much more you pay on top. Is there one driver or all 3 of you (meaning additional fee's).
2006-10-30 22:16:32 · answer #7 · answered by plie3824 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
nope,no rental companies will even consider someone under 21,but in ny or boston you'll find good public transportation,just don't try most other cities
2006-10-31 01:26:47 · answer #8 · answered by zskip62 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but you better take a an extra suitcase full of cash to cover the under 21charges.
2006-10-30 22:09:47 · answer #9 · answered by A True Gentleman 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes...look up the website of the airport you are flying into, they will have links to the various car rental agencies, mail them and make a pre booking...job done.
you can drive in the US at 16, so your license will be valid...
2006-10-30 22:09:56 · answer #10 · answered by Steve F 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋