Car rental instead of car buying

Using a car rental is a fine option for many urban dwellers instead of car buying. Lots of people living in cities find car rental UK much more affordable -- and much less hassle -- than buying a car, using the rental on an as-needed basis.

The cost of a car rental is pretty reasonable and considering public transportation within a city is usually pretty good, a rental is only needed when you have to go out of the city where public transportation can’t take you.

Although the monthly payment of a purchased car can be about the same as two weeks of a car rental UK, a rental is rarely needed more than a couple of days here and there. Also, a rental does not need to be parked everyday of the month, which in some areas of certain cities can be a real challenge. Considering overall cost of both options, a rental is all-inclusive in terms of cost.

It is important to note that a rental in the UK includes insurance. This is something you will have to pay on a yearly basis for a purchased car. However, renters from the US or Canada are not covered with Theft Protection or the Collision Damage Waiver*.

For variety, a rental gives you the flexibility to get a different rental for different uses. You might want a minivan rental if you have a bunch of people you need to caravan off to the countryside. Or, you may want a convertible rental if you want to head off with your loved one to the seaside.

For the cost, the hassle factor, the convenience and the flexibility, a rental, in certain circumstances, can be a preferred option to purchasing a car.

* Tax, road tax, vehicle licensing fee, location service charge, unlimited mileage (where specified), 3rd party liability and public liability are included.