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Veronje · 03-04-2009, 09:34 PM

We had our rental car stolen on Monday from in front of our apartment hotel, despite the fact the wheel lock was on! Then we discovered our credit card insurance did not cover rental car theft in Aruba; in North America, yes, but in Aruba, no. What a nightmare! We have advised several others at this apt hotel who have subsequently phoned their insurance agents and found the same small print exists on their policies. Make sure you buy that extra insurance offered by the rental firm.

Apparently, we are liable for the total cost of the car. Help! Does anyone know more?

Chadd · 03-04-2009, 09:45 PM

What hotel?

Veronje · 03-04-2009, 09:57 PM

We are at the SeaBreeze apartments, but we've heard that rental cars have been stolen from luxury hotels with security guards on duty. Apparently, the cars are stolen and stripped for their parts. We received very little sympathy from Amigo Car Rental, who told us that this was their fourth car stolen this year.

fattypatty · 03-04-2009, 11:09 PM

they have space on the island to hide chop shops? that's news to me.

*Andrea J.* · 03-05-2009, 07:28 AM

your situation is disturbing.
i am sorry for the hassle and finaancial nightmare.

what did the police do?
andrea

DushiHeidi · 03-05-2009, 07:30 AM

If you rented with your Amex card then they could possibly cover you. I know if I rent a car with my Amex car that I'm covered anywhere in the world that I rent.

Weimaraner · 03-05-2009, 07:48 AM

There is a thread about an Amigo car being stolen at:
http://bb.visitaruba.com/f2/beware-r...185/#post82149

The renters ended up paying. I wish you the best of luck with this situation. And appreciate the warning to others.

*Andrea J.* · 03-05-2009, 08:09 AM

weimarana thanks for posting the thread
i urge everone to read that entire thread
"something fishy" is all i can say

andrea

*Andrea J.* · 03-05-2009, 08:11 AM

also too
is it really necessary to give your car rental the name of the resort where you are staying?
(disclosure we always tell hans of tropic where we are) but for another agency...........you could always say "something else"

andrea

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Originally Posted by Andrea J.

weimarana thanks for posting the thread
i urge everone to read that entire thread
"something fishy" is all i can say

andrea

TomFrederick · 03-05-2009, 08:24 AM

Read the fine PRINT of the insurance(also credit card). Most I've read say you are not covered if you go off road or if you are under the influence. Also a Police Report must be had.

03-04-2009, 09:34 PM	#1 (permalink)
Veronje Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Eagle Beach Posts: 8	Check your insurance! We had our rental car stolen on Monday from in front of our apartment hotel, despite the fact the wheel lock was on! Then we discovered our credit card insurance did not cover rental car theft in Aruba; in North America, yes, but in Aruba, no. What a nightmare! We have advised several others at this apt hotel who have subsequently phoned their insurance agents and found the same small print exists on their policies. Make sure you buy that extra insurance offered by the rental firm. Apparently, we are liable for the total cost of the car. Help! Does anyone know more? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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03-04-2009, 09:45 PM	#2 (permalink)
Chadd Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Arikok Antilla Natural pool Posts: 1,226	What hotel? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________

03-04-2009, 09:57 PM	#3 (permalink)
Veronje Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Eagle Beach Posts: 8	We are at the SeaBreeze apartments, but we've heard that rental cars have been stolen from luxury hotels with security guards on duty. Apparently, the cars are stolen and stripped for their parts. We received very little sympathy from Amigo Car Rental, who told us that this was their fourth car stolen this year. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

03-04-2009, 11:09 PM	#4 (permalink)
fattypatty Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: moomba, stellaris casino, baby beach, Posts: 479	they have space on the island to hide chop shops? that's news to me. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________

03-05-2009, 07:28 AM	#5 (permalink)
Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor/passions beach bar, Hung Paradis, alto vista chapel, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 13,258 Images: 80	your situation is disturbing. i am sorry for the hassle and finaancial nightmare. what did the police do? andrea Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Please, I'll have a Grande' decaf Mocha Latte' with a shot of liquid tranquilizer.

03-05-2009, 07:30 AM	#6 (permalink)
DushiHeidi Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 288	If you rented with your Amex card then they could possibly cover you. I know if I rent a car with my Amex car that I'm covered anywhere in the world that I rent. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

03-05-2009, 07:48 AM	#7 (permalink)
Weimaraner Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 55	There is a thread about an Amigo car being stolen at: http://bb.visitaruba.com/f2/beware-r...185/#post82149 The renters ended up paying. I wish you the best of luck with this situation. And appreciate the warning to others. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

03-05-2009, 08:09 AM	#8 (permalink)
Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor/passions beach bar, Hung Paradis, alto vista chapel, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 13,258 Images: 80	weimarana thanks for posting the thread i urge everone to read that entire thread "something fishy" is all i can say andrea Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Please, I'll have a Grande' decaf Mocha Latte' with a shot of liquid tranquilizer.

03-05-2009, 08:24 AM	#10 (permalink)
TomFrederick Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Under a hut, walking Eagle Beach, lunch on the beach, Amstel Bright Beer on the beach, coffee in the morning on the beach, taking a dip in the sea, Posts: 305	Read the fine PRINT of the insurance(also credit card). Most I've read say you are not covered if you go off road or if you are under the influence. Also a Police Report must be had. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook