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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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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.)
http://www.sianghock.com.sg/
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by basil » Thu, 27 Mar 2008 2:21 pm

thanks I'll pop in and see them.
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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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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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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.
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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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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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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

he's mr Hamdan call him at +6583709591 but i don't know how much he charge now
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by Mohd Ariff » Wed, 09 Jul 2008 1:30 pm
oh yah alternatively you could call his other mobile +65 81969894 GOODLUCK

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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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