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Bit of a minefield hope someone can shed some light.

whats the deal with this sort of thing ?

https://www.excessfree.co.uk/

when booking insurance was offered the same for about £45 as one off payment on top.

0 excess ?

any help would be great


 
Posted : 02/09/2016 10:57 am
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A few schemes like this about. Think of it as an insurance policy (as that's what it is).

You still need to pay the excess and then claim it back.


 
Posted : 02/09/2016 11:02 am
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so no real advantage other than its £12 cheaper ! unless I buy a yearly one for the same price...which wont help as I don't have any need to hire cars at any other time


 
Posted : 02/09/2016 11:05 am
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Like with all insurance, it's of little use unless you need to claim. Down to your perception of risk.

If it's just for a few days, i'll often just go with the hire car firms excess waiver, saves any hassle. If for a few weeks, it quick mounts up and the excess protect policies may be worth it.


 
Posted : 02/09/2016 12:21 pm
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Other vendors are available. It was a couple of quid a day last I bought some. Much cheaper than direct from the hire company


 
Posted : 02/09/2016 12:36 pm