Car Rental South Africa

Car Rental South Africa

Buying a Car in South Africa | Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Drive Southern Africa?

  • Drive Southern Africa was established in 2003. We are a rental brokerage company that specialises in finding the best online car rental deals in South Africa. You get the lowest rates possible because we have relationships with some of the major car rental companies in South Africa. This enables us to negotiate cheap prices, reliable new cars, and outstanding customer service.

How long does it take Drive Southern Africa to source a vehicle?

  • We are closed on weekends but can arrange for vehicles almost immediate during the week. If you need a car after hours you can contact us.

Buying a car through Drive Southern Africa

Do I need an international driver's license?

  • Foreign driver's licenses are accepted in South Africa if they’re English; otherwise anyone who wants to drive a vehicle will need an international driver’s license.

Is there a kilometre limit?

  •  All vehicles, at Drive Southern Africa, have unlimited kilometres.

What happens, if I get a traffic fine?

  • You are responsible for all fines.

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What kind of security is in place for online and cash transactions?

  • Currency control regulations, and regulations regarding international transfers through the South African Reserve Bank into our local account will ensure that the transfer process is verified by your bank.
  • Drive Southern Africa stood surety Bank, to guarantee your  peace of  mind in this matter.

What can I do if my vehicle breaks down or is stolen?

  • Contact the rental company immediately and then inform us.

Is the vehicle insured for the neighbouring countries?

  • Yes, but you must inform the rental company that you with to cross the border.
  • The insurance cover (limited to certain cars) contains traveling through South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mozambique, Lesotho, Malawi, and Swaziland.
  • Some of these countries require an additional insurance, which you can get at the border of the respective country.

Can I drive the vehicle anywhere, or are there limits?

  • No. You must inform the rental company where you will be driving to. One way rental has a fee attached to it.

Do I need a 4x4 to travel through South Africa?

  • No, but it is recommended for all countries outside of South Africa.

How old do I have to be, if I want to purchase a car at Drive Southern Africa?

  • It depends on the car you select. But generally you must have had your drivers for 2 years, and be a min age of 19.

Who is responsible for any damages to the vehicle?

  • The vehicle has to be returned in the same condition in which it was delivered. Fair wear and tear will be accepted. The client is responsible for any damage from accidents or carelessness. You have insurance on the car. You can choose from standard cover and super cover. Standard cover means that your accident/theft excess is higher, and super cover means that its is less.

What happens, if I want to drop off the car earlier than agreed?

  • You will get back the difference in the mark down for the remaining period.

How are the 4x4s equipped? and what is the petrol consumption?

  • They are equipped with a roof tent, 55-liter water tank, 140-liter petrol tank, spare tyre
  • You can rent additional Equipment from Drive Southern Africa.
  • The petrol consumption of petrol 4x4's is between 15 and 20 litre for each 100 km and of diesel 4x4 between 12 und 17 litres
  • All cooking equipment, blankets etc.
  • All you need is your bag!

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