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Hi! Will be driving Auckland-Waitomo-Taupo-Rotorua-Coromandel-Auckland and had been googling car hires. Anyone had any experience (good and bad) with Apex Car Rentals?

Thanks...

I used Apex in January and had no major dramas. Just a couple of little things:

They did take a little while to collect us from the airport (the pick up place is a 10 min drive down the road). Took about 30 mins because there was a mix-up (they thought they'd already picked us up).

I have to say that the car itself wasn't that great... (I think they just quoted that they would provide a vehicle between a range of x year and y year). I know that it is cheaper thanks to the fact that the fleet is slightly older, however I suspect this car was pushing the boundaries of the age limit.

All in all, I would consider using them again - after all, when you go budget, you tend to have to conceed on a couple of areas.

Enjoy your trip :)

Great info. Thanks! :)

We're looking forward to the trip. Holiday begins on 27 March.

Apex is well established but you get what you pay for.

You should also check out fast growing companies like Jucy etc.

I mostly end up with Ace Cars http://www.acerentalcars.co.nz/

Their fleet in Auckland is in very good condition.

Thanks Sissi. Thought of going with the tried and tested (Avis or Hertz!). Budget's sold out. Will give this a go :)

hi,
I have to take back a private car to a friend of mine in Wellington. It will be available in Auckland since 8th april. I'd give you free to Wellington where you'd have to meet my friend.

Cheers
Yolanda

You should post this in a separate new post. As this thread is old and finished only the people who were involved in it (like me) will read it.