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3 month car rental?

Post by basil » Thu, 27 Mar 2008 1:47 pm

Hi,

We are looking to hire a car for 3 months, I've called the main international firms and they cost a fortune.
Google sg doesn't bring much up either?

Does anyone know any good companies to use, not looking for a flashy car just something small and simple to get from A to B.

Is it worth going to the car sales yards? - do they sometimes rent too?

Thanks in advance :)

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Post by sundaymorningstaple » Thu, 27 Mar 2008 2:13 pm

I've used these people for over 20 years, however I've not used them recently (last 5 years or so) but they have always been cheaper than the majority so give them a try. I've always used their balestier location and didn't even know that they have not branched out. (The owner used to keep two old XKE's out back, one a soft top and the other a V12 fastback.) \:D/

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Post by basil » Thu, 27 Mar 2008 2:21 pm

:D thanks I'll pop in and see them.

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Post by sierra2469alpha » Thu, 27 Mar 2008 2:30 pm

While I haven't used him yet, Basil, I have found Jeffrey Mun to be more than helpful. His company is Keng Soon Auto Pte Ltd Mobile : 96362082

Tell him Mr. Pete from Australia suggested you call him.

Good luck!!

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Post by teddypuppy » Mon, 31 Mar 2008 12:56 am

I found this family run business much more reasonable than a lot of the other big companies. dont take my word for it, try to call them and find out. I just rented a car from them, service & price beats all others hands down. I manage to get a same day delivery of the car too.

(geok hua kuek Contact: 65-93392782 )

i promised I will spread the word for them, so please let them know Sean from Aus gave you the number :)

I'm sure you will be happy with them just as I have.

Sean

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Post by Hok » Mon, 31 Mar 2008 10:55 pm

so are these scams?

http://sg.88db.com/sg/Services/Post_Det ... tID=147241

they seem so cheap. any idea on these and other providers on that site? thanks

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Post by teddypuppy » Mon, 31 Mar 2008 11:15 pm

hi hok

the prices listed on your site is not really cheap, well I can only comment on 2 cars which I was quoted. The Suzuki Swift(auto) & Honda Fit (auto), I rental a FIT which is 6mths old for far less than what is listed. for be it I'm renting it for > 6mths period. more power to neg if you are renting long term.

Just call the number I put on my last post. or at least do a bit more research before commiting. I couldnt find cheaper for such new cars. Please let me know how you go. Hope I have help in some ways.

Sean

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Re: 3 month car rental?

Post by virgo1970 » Sun, 27 Apr 2008 2:00 am

did u manage to get a car as yet .. if not please contact me . i am moving to sydney

basil wrote:Hi,

We are looking to hire a car for 3 months, I've called the main international firms and they cost a fortune.
Google sg doesn't bring much up either?

Does anyone know any good companies to use, not looking for a flashy car just something small and simple to get from A to B.

Is it worth going to the car sales yards? - do they sometimes rent too?

Thanks in advance :)

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Post by Milko » Thu, 22 May 2008 1:02 pm

[quote="tiburonturby"]Hi,

I am interested, if it is still available. let me know via this post and I will make contact with you. I need something as my family are coming over soon.

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Post by ownervz » Sat, 28 Jun 2008 4:48 pm

You may rent the car thru these contacts. Help to save costs on car purchase & petrol.

http://www.carcoop.com.sg/

http://www.whizzcar.com/

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Post by Mohd Ariff » Wed, 09 Jul 2008 1:28 pm

Hi there mr basil got a friend who's doing rental ..... he giving out new cars and it's around 1200 to 1300 p/month, last time i rented form him, got a new continental car .....with only 18km on the meter :shock: he's mr Hamdan call him at +6583709591 but i don't know how much he charge now

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Post by Mohd Ariff » Wed, 09 Jul 2008 1:30 pm

oh yah alternatively you could call his other mobile +65 81969894 GOODLUCK :wink:

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Post by stylezmind » Thu, 07 Aug 2008 6:46 pm

Try to get a local to get for ya. Some of the companies will just try to squeeze ya. What models are u looking at ??

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