Scam
Scam. Reporting to Faro Airport.
I made a reservation through VIP Cars and paid a deposit, which included full insurance coverage.
Upon my arrival at the airport, I contacted the rental company, Auto Prudente Rent a Car, and was told to wait for over an hour while they completed paperwork for other customers. What followed was not only extremely unpleasant but also deeply unsettling.
A woman from the company led me to the side of the parking lot, where another couple was also dealing with a colleague of hers. She then informed me that the insurance I had purchased was invalid because it was through the booking agent, and insisted I would need to pay an additional €24 per day for insurance.
The other couple next to us faced the exact same issue. After checking Google reviews, it became apparent that this fraudulent practice is a common occurrence with this company.
Additionally, when I informed her that I would be the main driver due to my husband's illness, she demanded an extra €24 per day, despite their website clearly stating the charge is €12.
Auto Prudente Rent a Car seemed to take advantage of my vulnerable situation, knowing I urgently needed the car. The woman was extremely aggressive, repeatedly grabbing my driver's license and bank card, which caused me significant distress. The couple beside us experienced similar treatment.
I urge you to never use this company, which is conducting business on the premises of Faro Airport.
As a result of this ordeal, I am now out nearly €300, as we did not take the car and had already paid for the deposit and insurance.
I will be taking this matter further and reporting to the police for fraud .
23 de agosto de 2024
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