Positive

Picked up the car at Edinburgh Waverley Station. Due to it being a central train station, there were many people, and we had to queue. It took over an hour from queuing to getting the car. The pleasant surprise was the vehicle upgrade, and the car came with a navigation system, which made driving to the Highlands smooth and effortless.

The rental location is near the airport, with a dedicated reception desk at the airport exit directing you to a shuttle bus for car pickup. The pickup location is spacious with many service staff who are very friendly. The paperwork is correct, and someone accompanies you to pick up the car and explains the usage precautions. The process is smooth and fast.

We received a superb upgrade due to a lack of suitable cars being available at the time of collection. It was frustrating to have to wait 3 hours for the car, but needless to say the blow was softened by the amazing car we were then given to have for the week. Definite lack of structure and organisation on scheduled day and time of pick up, I can’t understand how despite having reserved the car weeks in advance we were then unable to collect said car at said time, then left to wait for hours whilst the problem was resolved! What if we had had a flight to catch? Nevertheless, as I said above, the car we were eventually given was classes above the car I had reserved, so I have no real complaint, but I’m aware we weren’t the only ones in the same predicament that day and so there clearly does need to be a change to the way the system operates.

Booking via the website was easy, quick and the cheapest quote I had found, so very happy with that.

Counter staff v helpful, short queue. Time wasted because I clicked the in terminal option on your website when in fact all car hire desks moved to the village over a year ago. Was grateful for your price and clear paperwork as Europcar tried to take 140 for the hire itself rather than your quote, then said that was without insurance/basic insurance only with high excess.

Very satisfied with services.