From Frankfurt to Amsterdam to Cologne

The car I reserved wasn't available! Bait and switch! I ended up with a car two levels lower.

Timely pickup, excellent service, and easy car exchange

When we requested a driver change, they said it was not possible and instead suggested adding a driver. They didn't inform us that adding a driver would incur a fee, nor did they have us sign any documents. Halfway through, we received a bank deduction SMS. Calling the store yielded no response, and even when we got to the store in Fussen, the staff couldn't reach the Frankfurt store via internal phone or email. Rent-A-Car tried to help us contact them throughout but to no avail. Finally, when we returned the car, we argued our case and they didn't charge us the fee. However, this made us anxious throughout the trip, affecting our travel experience.

The store counter was very easy to find, the procedures were simple and I got the car quickly. I was lucky to get a brand new car this time. However, there was a minor issue with the air conditioning breaking down halfway through, but it inexplicably fixed itself after half a day. I guess they don't use air conditioning much in Germany.

The queue for picking up the car was a bit long, but returning it was very convenient. Upon arrival, a staff member checked the car, and I just handed over the keys.