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KWUK2
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I rented a car from Hiper in PP in Sept; no mention of a code (though I had one available for each driver, just in case; never showed it to Hiper).
I subsequently asked (on Tripadvisor) almost the same qn as you've asked, and ten separate people responded saying no request for a code. None said they had actually needed a code.
In case sod's law applies for my next hire, I think I will still get codes again (zero cost, two mins effort). Crazy !
I subsequently asked (on Tripadvisor) almost the same qn as you've asked, and ten separate people responded saying no request for a code. None said they had actually needed a code.
In case sod's law applies for my next hire, I think I will still get codes again (zero cost, two mins effort). Crazy !
Belladonna
New member
Yes, they have really gone down hill customer service wise. And do not get fooled by their sales pitch about buying their "cheap" fuel either! Rip off prices! 
Sparky
Administrator
There is an existing thread about this from earlier this year, here :- http://www.forum.puertopollensa.com...66-dvla-driving-licence-changes-car-hire.html 
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ragdollabbi
Member
We took code with us last month. We hired from Hertz, but they didn't ask for code
Gommar Goffer
Well-known member
Hired from Centauro a few weeks back - no mention of the code...just as well as I hadn't got one, but I have the old paper licence anyway.
El Gordo
Well-known member
As the old paper licence is not being updated you still need to apply for the code to be on the safe side!!
.... although I have not bothered as yet!!
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Nick
Banned
IMO I'd advise against using the old paper driving licence and separate endorsement sheet as it's not up to date and only valid for the date shown, you might get caught out.
Also, the newer driving licence is good ID and in any case, most nationalities use them.
I held on to mine for nostalgic reasons for a long time but succumbed in the end!
Also, the newer driving licence is good ID and in any case, most nationalities use them.
I held on to mine for nostalgic reasons for a long time but succumbed in the end!
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Family Ordonez
New member
Hi
I hired a car last week in the Port from Formentor rentals, they didn't ask for a code, although I had taken one in case. I have to say their service was fantastic, very reasonably priced and the car was in great condition. Will definitely be using them again.
Paula
I hired a car last week in the Port from Formentor rentals, they didn't ask for a code, although I had taken one in case. I have to say their service was fantastic, very reasonably priced and the car was in great condition. Will definitely be using them again.
Paula
El Gordo
Well-known member
Still got 7 years to go on mine!!
whoops giving my age away!!
They'll have changed the system again by then!!
About time they introduced an ID card to cover Passport/Driving Licence/Medical Records etc. after all, everything is digital and accessible on the internet now.
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Disorderly
Well-known member
Last two trips to Mallorca neither Sixt or Europcar interested in the DVLA Licence Summary. Currently we are in Lanzarote......its just the same here.
That said, I'll bet the first time I don't take one somebody will ask for it! Britain leads the world in red tape!!!!
That said, I'll bet the first time I don't take one somebody will ask for it! Britain leads the world in red tape!!!!
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overthehill
Member
Hired from Inter rent (part of Europcar) recently
We hired from Interent (part of Europcar) 3 weeks ago. Took DVLA record with us but we're not asked for it, but best to take it to be sure as only takes a few minutes to obtain.
We have own insurance for excess. They accepted this, and explained they would block 1150 euros on credit card, not charge as some companies like Record do, so no charges on cards that charge for foreign transactions. That done We checked car thoroughly took photos and got Europcar to sign our form to agree where previous scrapes were before we drove away.
Paid for fuel on full to empty with refund if not empty, less their 25 euro service charge. This was all explained to us when we took the car.
When we returned it there was still a lot of fuel left as we hadn't done much mileage. Asked for car to be checked and signed off so we knew that we had covered everything.
Block was removed within 48hrs on credit card and an amount refunded less their charge for unused fuel.
All in all it was exactly as we expected. No complaints. Volkswagen Up for 7 days including fuel used (no extra insurance needed) for £58 through Do You Spain, last week in October. Well satisfied.
We hired from Interent (part of Europcar) 3 weeks ago. Took DVLA record with us but we're not asked for it, but best to take it to be sure as only takes a few minutes to obtain.
We have own insurance for excess. They accepted this, and explained they would block 1150 euros on credit card, not charge as some companies like Record do, so no charges on cards that charge for foreign transactions. That done We checked car thoroughly took photos and got Europcar to sign our form to agree where previous scrapes were before we drove away.
Paid for fuel on full to empty with refund if not empty, less their 25 euro service charge. This was all explained to us when we took the car.
When we returned it there was still a lot of fuel left as we hadn't done much mileage. Asked for car to be checked and signed off so we knew that we had covered everything.
Block was removed within 48hrs on credit card and an amount refunded less their charge for unused fuel.
All in all it was exactly as we expected. No complaints. Volkswagen Up for 7 days including fuel used (no extra insurance needed) for £58 through Do You Spain, last week in October. Well satisfied.
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Nick
Banned
Very good value overthehill. I've paid £127 for a VW Polo, or similar, for 9 days including extra insurance at time of booking via Holiday Autos.
Just a question, how much does your annual insurance policy cost? I wonder if UK insurance companies do it as an extra?
Just a question, how much does your annual insurance policy cost? I wonder if UK insurance companies do it as an extra?
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overthehill
Member
We got our excess insurance through icarhireinsurance in May. It was £35.99 & got it through a cash back site so we got some back as well. So with only 2 hires a year it has easily paid for itself and you don't feel ripped off by the extra that hire companies pile on your 'full insurance'.
You got a pretty good deal for your hire. But off season is always better than high season!
You got a pretty good deal for your hire. But off season is always better than high season!
pollensa
Founder
Quite a few people here have also recommended insurance4carhire - see Discount Car Hire - Mallorca - Majorca - Palma Airport which we have used in the past too.
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Jimbo the Jambo
New member
I requested and received a code prior to going to Crete this year. It was not requested (byCaptain Sinbad- the owner of the Car firm). Typical of the Greek Islands, but I wonder if a serious accident occurred causing court action, would this become a negative towards ones defence etc.
It takes little effort to gain the code so I highly recommend it for peace of mind.
Cheers,
Jimbo
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