rentacheapie.co.za Anmeldelser 8

In february 2026 I rented from Rentacheapie for 3 months at a cost of R27 102 and reasonably assumed I was properly insured. But after a minor collision I was horrified to find that I was not insured for a 3rd party. I was billed R14 000 for the collision but it could have been far, FAR worse. As Rentacheapie still did not offer 3rd party insurance I had to return the car early and was charged a R7000 penalty . I found this whole experience distressing and disappointing and it made a big hole in my holiday budget. I had rented from this company the year before and was delighted with them - but that was because nothing went wrong. Renters beware - you are NOT insured for 3rd parties.

I will not recommend this company to anyone. While they may appear to offer cheap prices, their rates are actually comparable to other providers.

When I rented the vehicle, I recorded a video of the entire car, which clearly showed numerous scratches that were already present. They documented these damages but kept a copy of the record. At the time of dropping off the vehicle, they falsely claimed there were new scratches—damage that was already there from the start.

This is a complete scam. Do not use their services under any circumstances.

Absolutely pathetic and SCAM. Scammed me out of R1800 by saying there were some scrathes on a plastic rim. Absolutely a set up. Hannes is an embarrassment of a manager

Charges after the rental were not reasonable. They are also extremely argumentative when you try to speak to them or complain.

THIEVESSSSS

This company engages in unethical practices. They claim customers have caused vehicle damages, yet refuse to provide any evidence to support these claims, effectively withholding deposits without justification, and extorting clients.

They ignore follow-up emails and fail to provide updates when confronted. It’s clear the funds they withhold are not being used to maintain their fleet, as many vehicles are handed out with pre-existing damage — likely the same issues they’ve already charged previous customers for. Be very cautious before renting from them.

I will not recommend this company. you think the rental car is cheap but in reality they try to get money out of your pockets by keeping your deposit for every minimal scratch. even on a plastic hubcap. feels like a scam.

Great customer service, easy to rent a car and very clean and reliable cars

Not worth the small saving you make on renting the 'cheapies', look elsewhere. They really are bangers, my gearbox had issues from the start where I couldn't get into 5th gear. Eventually a part completely snapped and left the whole vehicle immobile. They close their offices ~5pm so if, like me, you need to return the car later you just part outside and drop the keys... I would not advise this as you wont be able to do the check over with their staff. I was later emailed an image claiming I had scratched the wheel hub and was charged for it. Anyone who's an aware driver will know that when this happens you know it's happened, and I had no curb colliding or similar experiences during my rental. The initial car check was done in the dark warehouse and the car already had 100s of imperfections so this wasn't picked up at the start.

Alas another car rental company stinging you for scratches you didn't make.

Avoid, look elsewhere