I'll be in Germany for a week and I want to get the best deal with the least amount of hassle I can for a rental car out of Frankfurt airport. Anybody got any tips, suggestions, or experiences to share? I'm not looking for the smallest econo-box for the cheapest price. Rather, I'd like to get something with which I can play a little on the autobahn safely with three people.

Thanks!

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I've used Travelocity for my European car rentals. One time I took the ultra-cheap off-airport rental agency. They never showed up at the airport with the car so I had to rent on the spot from an agency at the airport. Expensive. But after a lot of hassling, Travelocity paid up for the problem. I'd definitely use them again but always an on-airport vendor.
Check with your credit card or car insurance to make sure you have coverage for European car rental insurance or they'll really stick it to you with the insurance cost.

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1985 300TD 185k+
1984 307d 126k--sold 8/03
1985 409d 65k--sold 06
1984 300SD 315k--daughter's car
1979 300SD 122k--sold 2/11
1999 Fuso FG Expedition Camper
1993 GMC Sierra 6.5 TD 4x4
1982 Bluebird Wanderlodge CAT 3208--Sold 2/13

I've used Travelocity for my European car rentals. One time I took the ultra-cheap off-airport rental agency. They never showed up at the airport with the car so I had to rent on the spot from an agency at the airport. Expensive. But after a lot of hassling, Travelocity paid up for the problem. I'd definitely use them again but always an on-airport vendor.
Check with your credit card or car insurance to make sure you have coverage for European car rental insurance or they'll really stick it to you with the insurance cost.

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1977 300d 70k--sold 08
1985 300TD 185k+
1984 307d 126k--sold 8/03
1985 409d 65k--sold 06
1984 300SD 315k--daughter's car
1979 300SD 122k--sold 2/11
1999 Fuso FG Expedition Camper
1993 GMC Sierra 6.5 TD 4x4
1982 Bluebird Wanderlodge CAT 3208--Sold 2/13

If you have affliation with the military, you can get great rates at the AFFES car rental in Hiedelberg. American companies, Euro cars. Easy to understand, no insurance scams. Bmw, Audi, Rover, etc.

plus you should be able to score some Exxon gas coupons, which really help out with fuel costs.

Had very good luck booking here thru National car rental.
Although one time a got a Fiat. >slow<

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