BUCHBINDER CAR RENTAL REVIEWS

Buchbinder is extremely dishonest and even fraudulent. First, I refueled the car at a gas station within 2 kilometers from the return site, spending 55.63 euros (automatic shut-off). 2-3 minutes later, I returned the car. The staff checked the gauge and car condition without mentioning any issues and let me leave after I signed. After returning home, I was charged for 1/8 tank of fuel and repairs for scratches on the front underbody! The fuel charge is outright Buchbinder's shameless fraud! Additionally, the underbody scratches (not the front, you have to lie down to see them) were brought up afterwards, making it impossible for me to defend myself. I cannot determine if it was caused by stones or already existed before. Fortunately, they didn't claim for tire wear as well. However, the inspector did not mention this during the inspection. The worst part is they filled in car damage details on the blank signed inspection form afterwards and shamelessly claimed it was verified by my signature. I can't believe a European company can be so unethical and shameless! Had I known, I would have bought the full insurance they pushed hard during pickup to avoid the deductible loophole. Can you imagine such a shameless company? I've rented cars abroad more than 20 times, and this is the first time encountering such an infuriatingly shameless company. Even if it costs ten times more, I would want to take them to court!

Location was a bit hard to find, but the reception was smooth

The store location is very convenient, all rental companies are between T1 and T2, easy to find. Processing one customer is very slow, around 15-20 minutes... The service attitude is quite average... Arrived at the counter at 6:40 am, a blonde lady said my reservation was for 7 am, so I had to wait 20 minutes. 20 minutes later, I was told they didn't have the car I wanted, only large vehicles like VANS, and I had to wait another 20 minutes... During this time, I saw four local German-speaking customers all get their cars smoothly (three of them were alone and only one group was a pair). Maybe I was overthinking, but they could all be renting VANS??? When I had waited for the third 20 minutes and saw another Chinese couple being told the same thing while locals got their cars smoothly, I got a bit angry. I directly asked the blonde lady how to resolve this issue, then a higher-ranking brunette came out, checked my order, and I told her about my waiting process. She immediately said OK, she would give me a new car but with an extra charge. Since I had already waited for over an hour, I didn't want to wait any longer and agreed. When I went to the garage to pick up the car, I found that they did have the car I wanted... it was just that they were all relatively new?? I don’t understand, maybe they were reluctant to give us these cars? Thankfully, the car I got was indeed new, with only 20KM on it... I probably won't choose this company next time.

The service was good, but the car was a bit substandard.

Many hidden fees, a lot of charges that are unnecessary. Extremely unhappy. The bill was vastly different from what was shown on the rental platform. Do not recommend this company.

They charged an extra €20 a day for using a MasterCard with UnionPay, which is unfair! Last year, the same card was not required to pay extra.

Poor service

Overall, it was quite good.

The service attitude was good, but the car we got had almost 50,000 kilometers on it. During the rental period, the left front tire lost air once (luckily there are free air pumps at gas stations, so we fixed it ourselves) and there was an oil change warning! How old is this car? It's old, fine, but at least maintain your cars properly! They don't even change the oil regularly! We thought there was an oil leak and had to ask the rental company, friends, and even locals before confirming that it wasn’t leaking, just that the oil was old and dirty.

After landing in Vienna, the car rental counter at the airport was not far. The process was relatively quick. I booked a Polo, but since they ran out of cars, they upgraded me for free to an Opel station wagon. Paid a 1200 Euro deposit, which was lifted the next day after return. Overall, very satisfied with the service, and the process was straightforward.

Great location and friendly service

I rented a car for 16 days, and on the 9th day, the car broke down and needed engine oil. There was no roadside assistance, and I had to drive the car back from France to Düsseldorf to get a replacement, which greatly disrupted my travel plans, costing me time and fuel. Additionally, the French highways charged tolls. When I changed the car on the 9th day, they said they had reported it to the manager and I would be compensated when I returned the car. Today, when I returned the car, they said the manager had not approved it and I need to wait for an email. I really don't know what the outcome will be!!

The service staff were very patient, but they did not arrange the car model I wanted. Quite disappointing.

Right next to the gas station, convenient for refueling when returning the car. However, the car's condition was poor. Despite only having 50,000 kilometers, it lacked power. Even in third gear with the pedal to the floor, it only reached 80 km/h on an incline. I was really worried it might not make it up.

The company is great

The staff pushed the insurance. I remember saying I already bought insurance, but perhaps I didn't fully understand the staff's explanation, leading to unknowingly purchasing expensive insurance. A costly lesson—everyone should be cautious!

The counter claimed my notarized certificate only allows me to drive automatic cars, but I booked a manual online. I had to pay extra to switch to an automatic.

It was okay, the staff was patient and communicated in English. They recommended insurance, but I had already purchased it on QEEQ so didn't consider it.

The car was in good condition. After knowing we had QEEQ full insurance, they didn't push any additional insurance. The rental location was convenient. The car inspection during the exchange was not very thorough. The cross-border fee was cheaper than displayed on the website. Overall, it was a pleasant car rental experience.

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