Customer Testimonials

Below you will find actual comments from our previous customers. These include praise for our service and team members, as well as constructive suggestions for improvements. It is from these such comments that we continually review our performance and operations, to ensure that we are providing you and your family with the best rental experience possible.

Please Note: All comments are posted with the express consent of our customers.



Comments:

Whole service very, very good. Friendly, welcoming. Thank you

Oliver's NZ - 12/06/09



The manager at the Cairns branch was very friendly and helpful.

Rob Mathews - 25/06/09



It was great to get a new car with only 21Km on the clock. The service from all of you was just great. Thanks. Keep your friendly staff.

Alastair, NZ - 20/06/09



Experience was all I could hope for.

Alex , Mackay - 27/06/09



Me and my friend, really loved the car, it did the job, and the GPS is SOOOOO KOOOOL.

Janet Harris from NZ - 28/05/09



Highly recommended and very close to Coolangatta Airport. The car we got was great and in good condition. No improvements required as good customer service, friendly, easy process and great pricing. Keep up the good work.

Perez, Melbourne - 23/06/09



A really positive experience for us in all departments.

Colin - 23/06/09



My second year using East Coast so I knew the website was quick and easy. Our departure time was prior to office opening, but the staff made it simple and easy to drop of the vehicle.

Kerrie, Vic - 25/06/09



Service and car great. nil problems. Overall everything was problem free accompanied with friendly service.

Paterson - 27/06/09



Web site was easy and straightforward to navigate. No problems with your people, very helpful. The vehicle was excellent - a new Getz with only 23 k's on it when collected. No hassles at all even though the branch was very busy at the time. All aspects were good - I don't see where you could improve. Your overall costs for the 8 days hire was heaps below "the others".

Laurie, Melbourne - 23/06/09



Very pleasant to deal with and very affordable. Much cheaper than the bigger guys. Highly recommended.

Sandra - 26/06/09



I found the staff very friendly and polite to deal with. The only complaint I would make, well not really a complaint more a suggestion would be to have a sign at the what looked like to be a gate not a road, I as did the man following me drove around past it twice thinking we missed the turn, not realizing it was a street, and that was WITH THE NAVMAN. But over all excellent. I will be booking again. I was very thankful to be collected. I would never have found the place, and in the day I would of known where to return the car, so I thought. Please put the sign at the entry of the so called road, I will be and have already recommended you company to family and friends. It's good to know that you can pick up a hire car with such hassle free conditions, not like I have experienced in the past, where the staff don't even wait for you to return the car.

Margi, Gold Coast - 24/06/09



will definitely use your company next time I fly to Melbourne. Rates are significantly better than others I have found and the shuttle service worked a treat. The car made the whole trip so much easier and was very reliable and easy to drive. Thanks!

Andrew, Brisbane - 24/06/09



The whole experience with East Coast Rentals was a pleasure. Prompt, efficient and friendly service - what more could you ask for?

Nolan - 12/06/09



The lady that served us upon collection is very friendly and helpful! She explained to us everything that we needed to know about the car and Melbourne! Everything was clean - brand new and working perfectly!

Alfian Darma - 25/06/09



The experience was very professional - therefore there is nothing you need to change as far as we are concerned! Would rent again from you in a heartbeat. Many Thanks for the excellent service.

Barnards of New Zealand - 25/06/09



Thank you for two very nice cars and very pleasant and helpful staff in both Melbourne and Brisbane. If we ever have inquires for car hire in Oz we will recommend East Coast to all our Discount Rentals clients in Port Vila, Vanuatu. The staff were wonderful at both locations. How can I steal one of them for our operation? Excellent ... how can I find a car detailer willing to come over and train my staff for a week all expenses paid! I can not think of much else you could do for the prices you are offering the service is well above the rest! I have been in the car rental game for over 30 years with Hertz, Avis, Thrifty, Budget, No Frills and now Discount rentals my own Co.

Tony Deamer - 19/06/09



Easy to book. The guys in Melbourne airport branch were great.

Graeme - 29/06/09



Very good value, excellent vehicle, friendly staff overall.

Helen, Melbourne - 24/06/09



Absolutely great car rental company, friendly staff and clean rental car, great fun to drive and will come back again for sure!

Kevin - 01/07/09



Found online booking process very easy, with a very quick email response time. All staff were very friendly & helpful. Our vehicle was of a very high standard in all areas, very impressed.

Coleman Family, Victoria - 29/06/09



[Staff] understood that delays on the Gateway freeway meant we were very close to missing our flight, and did all possible to ensure we made it - we did!

Steve - 04/07/09



I think the only way you could improve would be if the car could be collected and returned to the airport. But the shuttle service was excellent so this was not a problem.

Glen Moama - 28/06/09



You are all very friendly, and efficient. A pleasant change. I found your company to be very professional and down to earth. It is wonderful to be able to have some trust in people and get what you advertise. I would not hesitate to hire a car from you again in the future. Thanks for being a part of our holiday and for your wonderful, wonderful service. We thank you very much.

Ros, Berwick, VIC - 29/06/09



I was very happy with the quality of the car and the cost, I will be using East Coast Rentals again next time we come to Oz.

Paul, N.Z - 03/07/09



Thanks Roy (Brisbane Airport Center) for the excellent service in getting the car all set and ready for my trip down to Gold Coast.

Kevin, Singapore - 26/06/09



Your prices were TRANSPARENT and clear. The Elkhorn branch easy to find - well situated. The two gents there kind and polite (though not everyone pays you cash!). the car was clean and great. No one was uptight or anal - like some rentals on Surfers (i.e. 95$ fee if lots of sand is in the car - MUST check tyre pressure and oil DAILY!!) When I booked last minute - I rang and the young woman on the line posted me an email confirmation in 3 minutes! You allegedly have cars for $27 a day in off peak - tell me more. All around - good experience. Thank you

Fred Hamblen - 02/07/09



I was very happy and can't think of anything to improve on. I will definitely use East Coast car rentals next time I'm in QLD.

Robyn - 28/06/09



This is the third time we have used East Coast Car Rentals and will use them again in August we certainly don't need ever to use any one else after the great service that we have been getting so for from East Coast Car Rentals the cars are great the service is great the staff are very friendly thanks again East Coast staff.

J. Johnson, Adelaide - 25/06/09



Nice economical and tidy vehicle and good transfer service will definitely recommend to others. Had a great break with my kids.

E. Adams - 30/06/09



I found the whole process of finding a suitable car at a good price, taking possession and returning it very efficient and stress free. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this company to family and friends and will use it again on my next visit to Melbourne.

Sheryl, Adelaide - 04/07/09



Staff at Cairns were very pleasant and helpful. Very positive experience! Brand new vehicle! Can't complain about that! Very efficient - five stars! Everything was great!

Scott - 30/06/09



Good service, helpful staff, everything went well.

Malcolm ,Stansbury - 04/07/09



I organised my rental at the last moment and all responses were done promptly. I found your service to be excellent and easy to use. The wait was due to road/traffic conditions and we were notified of this when I rang for collection. Maybe multiple bus services for busy traffic times during the day. Otherwise continue the way you are. Excellent service, easy access to booking and very friendly and polite people!!!

Deb, Victoria - 01/07/09



I found the staff courteous and well informed, I felt that there was no 'grey areas' with my car booking. I was extremely happy with my rental vehicle. I have used East Coast Car Rentals on two other occasions and I will use them again when I come back to Brisbane.

Nev, Broome, WA - 29/06/09



Had no problems finding and navigating the website. The information was great too as I could find all the extra information I needed really easily (ie under 25 rates etc)

R. Bone - 22/06/09



Will use in the future. The whole experience was great. My whole family use you when we travel.

Country, Victoria - 29/06/09



the telephone staff bent over backwards to help me. It was an extremely busy time with virtually no cars available and the lady chased one up for me. Yours was the only company I rang that really tried hard to find me a car. Adrian at your Hendra office was outstanding. He rang me twice about the car's arrival which was coming from Coolangatta and kept me informed throughout. Great little car. Basic, but served the purpose well and very economical. Adrian was also there on my return - again he was friendly, helpful and efficient. He is a credit to your company. On the website, if you can't accept online bookings within 24 hrs of hire, explain why and give the customer some options. Otherwise, I was very impressed with your whole operation, you have good rates and will certainly use you again.

Daryl, Darwin - 07/07/09



Vehicles are always in excellent condition and ready promptly for collection. Staff are friendly and very helpful.

Jade, Perth - 25/06/09



We left our car at the Andrews car park across the road as you were not opened but every thing was fantastic, thanx. Overall another great experience, thanx again.

Tracy and Spud, NZ - 27/06/09



Both the driver and admin staff were very friendly and professional - at Melbourne Airport.

Simon, Canberra - 07/07/09



No improvement needed, as this is the 2nd time that we have used East coast we have found that the service you provide to be efficient/friendly and most of all reliable. The cars are always clean and your staff explain all the rental details clearly. We always take out the extra insurance for peace of mind. Thank you for helping to make our holiday an enjoyable one!

Jo, Adelaide - 02/07/09



had lovely service - even when I got lost. Carlie (unsure of spelling?!) was just delightful. Her and a colleague helped me get back to them and I made my flight without a problem. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Will book with yourselves without a doubt in the future.

Pip, Melbourne - 09/03/09



East coast will be my first choice, even if not the cheapest option. Overall very, very good. For the price the car was acceptable. One can not control the selfish actions of others, ie smokers fouling your vehicles.

Paul, Central QLD - 08/07/09



Fantastic, very accommodating considering the late booking and school holidays. Thank you.

P. Upson - 04/07/09



You are doing a great job, keep up your level of service and you will always be ahead of the game.

Mike Turner - 04/07/09



I very enjoyed my trip with the car that was in very good condition. The navigation was working excellent and it was very helpful ... also the price was very reasonable and I couldn't find any car rental cheaper than your company. One more thing, the staff was very friendly and helpful. I will definitely come back to you later. Thank you very much.

Yoon - 10/07/09



Staff were very courteous and helpful. Dealt with a gentleman by the name of Zarni who was excellent. Well done East Coast Car Rentals Team. You're doing a great job. Keep up the good work.

Derrick - 10/07/09



Staff Good. AJ is a very personable young man. Will use you again.

Julius - 13/07/09



Would use your company again as was an efficient service - would have been helpful to know the jack was under the front seat - neither of us would have even thought about looking there.

Marty & Lee - 02/07/09



Very good experience plus excellent rates. Will definitely use East Coast again.

Mandy, Perth - 10/07/09



I have rented vehicles in Europe and the UK as well as NZ and in Australia and your service and staff stand up well with every other rental company we have used.

Ed , Victoria - 28/07/09



Your staff was helpful and pleasant when we arrived at the Cairns office to collect the car and the driver of the van that sent us back to the airport terminal was pleasant too. Thank you.

Goh, Sydney - 12/07/09



Great company with friendly helpful staff an bargain prices that really appeal to me. All the other companies I found online were way to expensive for my budget. The car was great an very economical. Will most definitely do business with you again on any future trips to Queensland Thanks for everything.

Julie, Newcastle, NSW - 11/07/09



Well organised. Very friendly staff. Transfers to and from the airport without a hitch. Many thanks. Will recommend to friends.

Joanne, Perth - 08/07/09



I dealt with a number of staff - all of whom were helpful and but I would like to single out AJ for specific mention.

Jo, Sydney - 08/07/09



Thank you for the fantastic service at the Melbourne based rental. We could not be happier we are in Melbourne at least once a month and would not change a thing.

T2 Services - 14/07/09



Dealt with Sean over the phone and Bruce once we got to Cairns. Both were very helpful, friendly and efficient. Thank you. You were recommended to us by fellow NZ'ers and we will be passing on your details to others.

Rae, NZ - 04/07/09



Top notch.Very helpful friendly staff member- depot opened at 6.40am when wasn't due to open until 7.00am, made the whole process really easy. Many thanks.

Grant. M, Christchurch - 28/06/09



Your staff person, AJ, was great. Friendly, helpful, you should pay him lots.

Alan Powdrell - 07/07/09



Nothing needs to be improved. Staff were very polite when we dropped car off and they kept us informed of what time we were leaving for airport. Drop off was excellent.

Chamberlin - 02/07/09



Very happy with service,we had no problems at all.

Green - 03/07/09



We continue to be most satisfied with your service. We will use you every time we need a car.

Don, Sydney - 14/07/09



Thank you so much for your fantastic service!We certainly will be using East Coast Car Rentals again and will be highly recommending your business in the future. Very impressed !!! Thanks again!!

Mark & Kerri, QLD - 13/07/09



Had a little trouble with website ,by the time I had finished the cars were sold, I was impressed that a staff member telephoned me and sorted a car for me, well done, good follow up, will definitely hire again from you.

Peter, Auckland - 12/07/09



Website was as good as any I have used. We returned the vehicle previously and were picked up the next day in the CBD. We were very appreciative for this.

Perth - 08/07/09



We had a great holiday, in part, due to the experience we had with your company and the reliable Tarago we hired. We would especially like to mention and thank Ben from your Cairns office, he was very professional, organised and a great to deal with, he is indeed a credit to your company ... again a big thank you.

Stuart Duncan, Wollongong, NSW - 13/07/09



Very pleased with the vehicle and the presentation of the vehicle. Staff very friendly especially the driver that collected us from the airport. Since coming back to Hobart I have already advised 3 of my friends to use your company who like me would normally go with Th****y/B****t. Thank you very much for excellent customer service.

Leisa, Hobart - 15/07/09



Renting with your company on the Gold Coast couldn't have been easier. English lady at the front desk was exceptionally polite and very helpful. Thanks guys, will be renting with you again.

The Coopers, Melbourne - 17/07/09



I was impressed with the service when I went to pick the car up. The lady who assisted me was very thorough and friendly. Very pleased with whole rental experience, could hardly ask for more, competitive price and friendly service. Would hire again.

Richard - 18/07/09



I always love the services provided by East Coast Car Rentals. That is also the reason why I never look for any other car rental company, just East Coast Car Rentals.

Wen, Brisbane - 18/07/09



We had 2 car rental company's let us down and you were able to fill our requirements without too much bother. Thank you.

Ali, NZ - 13/07/09



We found the staff friendly and very helpful. Even though the branch was busy when we returned the car, we were impressed by the efficiency and promptness of service. Everything progressed very smoothly.

Neil - 17/07/09



Overall it was a good experience,the staff were very friendly. Maybe could have done with a bit more info on the GPS as we hadn't used one before. Glad we had it though, a very useful tool.

Judy & Alex, NZ - 06/07/09



Used both [phone and website] but phoned to complete. Very helpful, no car available at first but guy phoned back when one was available next day. Good service and rice will use again next time in OZ.

Harry - 14/07/09



Car was great. Service was prompt. Easy to book on line and also contact you for clarification of concerns. Keep up the great work. Happy to make use of your cars and will recommend you to others.

Ann, Sydney - 16/07/09



We have rented a number of times from East Coast. Every time the service and the vehicles have been excellent. Thank you.

Steven, Mount Colah - 11/07/09



Returning the vehicle was a breeze and the staff at the Cairns office were fantastic. The young gentlemen that took my wife and I to the airport was first rate. My wife and I were extremely happy with the high level of service we received at the Cairns City branch. The vehicle was immaculate and a pleasure to drive. Upon returning the vehicle it was less than five minutes wait and we were away in the shuttle bus to the airport. We will see you again next time we are in Cairns.

Adam Bartlett, Ipswich, QLD - 14/07/09



The second time I have rented a vehicle, both times with East Coast, have had no issues with the vehicle or East Coast processes and staff.

M Goldring - 18/07/09



I made a booking over the net and also called your staff. I wish I could recall the name of the man that helped me because I was very happy with him. He represented your company excellently. Your staff members in Cairns were always pleasant and willing to help. I had two cars. The first one, an almost brand new car, surprisingly developed a problem. It was replaced with another one of the same type and age with minimum interruption to my plans. I appreciated the help of your staff to get me back on the road so quickly. I would like to rate the reliability as excellent but unfortunately cannot - sorry. would gladly use East Coast Car Rentals again and refer them to others.

Russ, NSW - 09/07/09



The young chap that did the rental paperwork for me when I picked the car up, could not have been more polite and helpful. A very efficient man. East Coast Car Rentals would be my first choice, next time rent a car.

Bruce Dawson, Sydney - 16/07/09



You have a satisfied customer. One thing I would like to suggest for visitors is to work out a system to pay motorway tolls at the place of rental. This would be very helpful.

Joe De Vizio - 22/07/09



Very happy with service - everything trouble free & seamless. Would definitely use east coast again.

Sherry, Melbourne - 08/07/09



This is my fourth rental from ECCR and they never disappoint. The staff always seem genuinely interested in making your experience the best it can be. Our gentleman asked after our plans, then remembered us when we returned the car five days later; you don't feel like a number! I also like the new location.

C. Davis, Brisbane - 20/07/09



Very professional and safe feel to the centre. We were very happy with the staff and service offered by your company . We would definitely use your service again and recommend it to others.

Drake Family - 12/07/09



Staff very friendly and helpful. Had to change pickup time, staff was very helpful and accommodating. Not a problem at all changing times. Very pleased I went through this company. When travelling again, if hire car was needed, would defiantly use this company. Many thanks.

Terese, Brisbane - 23/07/09



I was very pleased with the rental cars performance, efficiency and the service you provided and will be definitely using your company again and also recommending your company to friends etc, thank you so much.

Robert - 20/07/09



Thanks for an easy transaction which included great customer service and all for an unbelievable rate. I don't know how you guys do it bit we will be back for our third rental off you when we are up there next.

Sean, Sydney - 16/07/09



As this was my first time ever hiring a car - I was a bit nervous. However Peter in Melbourne was fantastic on the phone and on arrival as well. Also Scott the bus driver was very friendly and obliging. I could not fault the service and friendliness. I will be using your company very frequently in the future and I will highly recommend your company to my clients - I actually own and operate a motel in Merimbula and REX airlines is our carrier from Merimbula - thank you to everyone for being so helpful. good luck!!

Dawn Ramsay - 22/07/09



All business has hiccups and problems at some times its how we learn. The staff handled the problem very well and we will use your service again. Thank you.

Patricia - 22/07/09



Staff were extremely helpful and quick with their service. On the whole your service was very commendable.

Citizen, NZ - 17/07/09



I was very impressed with the young lad who we dealt with to be very professional and friendly. He explained everything about the vehicle and was a pleasure to deal with. I would certainly book with East Coast Car Rentals again in the future.

Fiona, South Australia - 16/07/09



Service was excellent, staff very friendly, would use again without any problems.

Suzi - 20/07/09



The service that I received at brisbane was above reproach. The staff friendly and helpful. I would use your services again. Thank you for a great hassle free holiday.

Tony, Sydney - 18/07/09



No problems, very quick. Car was ready to go. Excellent service, there was no delay. Just as quick as having the car waiting at the airport. Car was checked straight away and we were on the bus within minutes. Thanks.

Boyd - 03/07/09



I had good experiences on both occasions and would use your firm again on any future visits to Australia. Staff were friendly and efficient and rental car modern and clean. I would recommend you to friends and family.

Judy, Whakatane, NZ - 17/07/09



Everything was excellent will use your service in the near future.

Murray, Sydney - 24/07/09



I booked a car from Brisbane airport for two days. The only information I could not find easily was how much time to allow for transfer back to the terminal for domestic flights but this was easily obtained by phoning. I have previously hired cars in Scotland, England, Thailand and other parts of Australia but East Coast is by far the best company I have dealt with. The staff are extremely helpful and courteous. Extremely professional and efficient. Well done. I opted for a GPS on collection and the staff member installed and set my destination for my preferred route. Outstanding service in all respects. I will recommend East Coast to any friends looking to rent a car. I think you are doing a pretty good job already. My only comments would be to make the time allowed for transfer back to domestic terminal a little more prominent and maybe a little more detail on the nearest petrol stations map for Brisbane airport. Great service overall, would not ever look to another company if I were to hire a car from your locations.

Vivienne, NSW - 25/07/09



Excellent website. The information provided was better than other companies provide. I rang with a question and the staff member was very helpful.

Tod, NZ - 19/07/09



It was a good experience with you guys ... I hired first time with you people but hope to do more times in future ... service was excellent from your representatives and cars are also in excellent condition ... it was a pleasure driving ... thanks ... your staff is awesome ... they provided excellent customer service and was very professional.

Tanveer - 26/07/09



My experience with renting a car from East coast rentals was very positive, the staff were understanding,considerate and helpful. I would always use this company when renting a car again.

F. Hammet, Melbourne - 25/07/09



This was our first experience with hiring a car, I don't think there was anything to improve on, we will certainly use your hire service again.

Liz, New Zealand - 19/07/09



Second time I have rented off you. No complaints all good. Just a suggestion that fuel tanks are full on pickup and return for all hirers. I will rent off you again in the near future.

John, Gold Coast - 23/07/09



Very friendly staff that we dealt with.

Sharon, Bendigo - 21/07/09



Staff could be more friendly - previous twice rented through Brisbane Airport office - very friendly and helpful.

Bethne - 17/07/09



The staff have always been very helpful and excellent with looking after us, especially when extending the rental.

Rhonda, London - 22/06/09



I was very impressed with the friendly, professional and helpful service provided by the staff at East Coast Car Rentals. Coupled with very competitive rates, there is no doubt that we'll use them again, next time we're in Cairns. Terrific job guys, thank you again!

Ralph, Melbourne - 22/07/09



Very happy with service I have since recommenced your company to other people.

Karolynn, Perth - 18/07/09



All done very quickly and efficiently. thank you.

Helen, NZ - 21/07/09



the first time I was on your web site I had a problem with my computer and had to start the booking process again. I was very impressed to receive a phone call from one of your staff later in the day to check everything was ok. Everything about rental experience was great, cant think of any improvements you could make. We used the special discount options for whale watching and bird park visit, this saved us heaps of dollars and was an extra bonus for what was already a good service. We will use you folks again, for sure.

Citizen, NZ - 20/07/09



Service was friendly. Great value for money. Would use them again.

Lincoln, Victoria - 25/07/09



Overall it was a great experience. This is the second time I have used East Coast Car Rentals and I always recommend you to my family & friends. The cost is minimal, the cars are good, and the service is great. I'll definitely continue to use East Coast. Thank you.

Annette, Brisbane - 25/07/09



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