I am trying to hire an automatic car for 6 days while in Spain next week.  I feel happier driving an automatic as this is what i am used to driving here in England.  Automatics are so easy to drive and being free from changing gears is one less thing to think about.  What i cant understand is why do car hire companys charge almost £40 more for the privalige of driving automatics.  I have a quote for a manual focus £78 or Auto Focus £117.  I will go for the automatic anyway but just think it is a rip off.

Deb

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Deb

I can't answer your question but I was wondering if you had looked at www.doyouspain.com? They do charge extra but I looked at monday to friday & the difference was only £25.

Might be worth a look.

Noreen

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Automatics just aren't very popular or common in Spain, so the scarcity of automatic rentals may have something to do with it. But I think it's the same in the UK. I think rental companies figure anyone who wants an automatic, it's probably because they can't drive a manual, so they've got 'em by the short 'n' curlies!

Conversely, have you ever tried asking for a manual from a rental co. in the USA? They'll look at you like you're some kinda freak!

(BTW, I drive an auto - out of choice, I hasten to add!)

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