FAQ
What types of cars do you have available?
We only have Suzuki Jimnys, all have automatic transmissions.
Where can i take a Jimny
You can take one of our Jimnys anywhere in New Zealand, but these are not permitted to take offroad. These are perfect for exploring the gravel roads of Otago, the beautiful scenery of the Port Hills or the fantastic small towns of the West Coast.
What comes in the Adventure Bundle?
Whether you're wanting to rent a Jimny for a weekend or a month, our Adventure Bundle is going to turn your Jimny into a camping machine! You'll just need to bring a sleeping bag and a pillow!
How do I fit the snow chains?
Fitting the snow chains is pretty straight forward, we've made sure to provide the easiest available snow chains to include in our Ski Package. We've made a really helpful video and put it on our website HERE.
How many KMs per day can we do?
The KMs are not unlimited, but we do allow a very generous 250km per day, which is a lot of driving to do each day. After that, we just have a small charge of $0.40 per km. This is based on an average per day rate, so for example if you have the car for 10 days, you'll be able to do 2,500km in total before paying any extra.
Can i pick up from queenstown?
No, we only offer Queenstown as a drop off option. Our pick up location is Christchurch, and can be either an airport pick up or you can collect from our warehouse/office location.
Are snow chains included in the colder months?
Can I bring my own insurance?
Absolutely, we encourage this. We've written more details about this HERE.
Is pricing seasonal?
Yes, our rental cars have a reduced winter rate from May 1st until August 31st. From September 1st through to
Where is the pickup location?
Our depot is near the CBD in Christchurch. It's about a $40 Uber trip from the airport.
Can I pick up a car outside business hours?
Yes absolutely, we can have a key in a lockbox for you, so you can collect the car outside business hours.