How would you like to show up in style at any New York City night club or dining establish? Would you like to turn heads and make a great impression in NYC? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you should definitely consider a luxury car rental in New York City. A New York City luxury car rental is the ultimate status symbol. Along with its mystique, it commands respect and recognition. Choosing a New York City luxury car rental allows you to “drive the dream” of the NYC experience. There are a number of companies that specialize in luxury rental cars.
New York City Exotic Car Rental
Have you been dreaming about a Mercedes Benz? New York City exotic
car rental is the only all-Mercedes rental company in NYC. This company, whose rates are surprisingly affordable, offers complimentary pickup service from the airport or from your hotel.
Traditional Rental Car Companies
Traditional rental companies such as Al. and E. may also offer a
New York City luxury car rental at a substantial discount.
So Many Cars, So Little Time
Are you wondering what type of New York City luxury car rental to choose? Rest assured that there is a luxury car rental in New York City that will be suitable to any personality and driving style.
Here are some options:
Corvettes
If you have a passion for sports cars, the Corvette is an excellent choice for a New York
City luxury car rental. For many years, its powerful engine and stylish exterior have made the Chevrolet Corvette an American favorite. The first Chevy Corvette prototype was displayed at the 1953 Motorama show at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City. Throughout the past 50 years, the Corvette has been re-designed six times. The sleek dimensions and contoured hood of this classic two-seater sports car make it an excellent choice for a New York City exotic car rental. Choose it in red, and you’ll have people singing Little Red Corvette as you drive around the town.
Mercedes Benz
Oh Lord, won’t you rent me a Mercedes Benz? It’s easy to see why the
Mercedes Benz has inspired a song. The aggressive front spoiler of this
New York City exotic car rental has a distinctive grille design that comes complete with the prestigious and elegant Mercedes-Benz emblem. The seats of the
Mercedes Benz offer enhanced comfort by providing extra lateral support. Fans of this
New York City exotic car rental get a unique thrill about the distinctively throaty sound the engine makes when the car is started.
Porsche
My friends all rent Porsches, I must make amends. Then of course, there are those that would choose the Porsche. The Porsche was designed by Professor Ferdinand Porsche senior. After 50 years in existence, it still has the ability to make jaws drop along the streets of New York City. For years, the Porsche has been the symbol of driving passion. You can show your passion to others when you choose this New York City exotic car rental.
Mustang
All you want to do is ride around Sally, ride, Sally, ride. If you choose a Mustang for your New York City exotic car rental, you will just want to ride and ride and ride! The first Mustang was made in the 1960s. The rear-well drive, high performance motor, modified
suspension and big brakes make the Ford Mustang a popular New York City luxury car rental.
These are just a few of the NYC luxury rental cars that are available. If you plan to take the car out of NYC, be sure to check with the individual company’s policies.
Monday, October 29, 2007
How would you like to show up in style at any New York City
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Have you ever driven an exotic sports car?
Have you ever driven an exotic sports car? Have you zipped by on the
expressway in a foreign sports car feeling its raw power through steering, wheel
and knowing that you are envy of everyone?
It is a great feeling and it is a feeling you can enjoy if you wish to. There are hundreds of places throughout the USA that rent out a sports car by the day or by the week. It will definitely cost a bit more than a Ford or Chevy but for the unforgettable experience of driving such a super piece of machinery it is well worth it, if for no other reason than showing to your friends and envious eyes of your neighbors, when they see that powerful beauty of a car parked in your driveway.
If you look around and search you will find a car rental firm that rents out sports cars.
Finding a Corvette or a Mustang Mach 1 is probably very simple. But if you are going to do this then you should do it right. For example you can rent a Ferrari F430 Spider, BMW 650 Convertible, Dodge Viper Rental Porsche Carrera Rentals Viper GTS, other converitbles for rent etc.
You just can’t imagine what it would feel like driving one of these for a month or even a week. The streets of your hometown would be a new experience to you. You may think of taking that new customer to lunch in this jazzy car, or even better think of picking up your sweetheart and celebrating a special occasion with her in this powerful beauty. Remember may be its her birthday or an anniversary date of the first time you went out with her, the combination of the jazzy exotic
sports car plus the importance of your remembering the date is going to get you
many points.
ince it is a premium sports car rental agency the rentals of its cars are also premium. At many places they will deliver the car to your at airport or at your hotel make sure that you have
reserved in advance so that you are able to get the model you want.
Another easy way of discovering car rental agencies which rent out your dream car is the internet. Start searching online and type the words like “Sport car rental your city” (Name of city). Depending on what you desire you will find it quickly. But in that too if you are looking for
convertible Porsche it won’t be that hard to find but if you are looking for Lamborghini Diablo it
will take a little more searching. And if you look around hard enough you will
discover that almost every sports model exotic car can be had-but for a price.
Now let it be very clear to you. This is serious luxury and luxury comes at
high price. You may expect to pay several times more than what you would pay for
a standard compact rental car. Although with these sports models they will
deliver it to you at your hotel, home or office etc because when you pay high
price you get high service. It’s not cheap, but how many things worthwhile are
cheap. Rent an exotic sports car, Live life like a king if only for a few days.
Exotic Car Rentals in New York 1-212-929-4936
Exotic Car Rentals in New Jersey 1-212-633-1191
Convertible Rentals 1-888-718-0001
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Monday, October 22, 2007
Luxury Car Rentals For Business Travelers in New York NYC
Luxury Car Rentals For Business Travelers
Lauren Kerensky 08.24.07, 12:01 AM ET
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Your business trip itinerary is tightly packed--red-eye flight, a two-day stay jammed with meetings and an early morning return. You'll definitely need a car to get around town. A stroll through the average rental lot, however, chock full of
mid-size sedans and mini-vans, might be enough to make you want to call a cab.But who says your trip has to be all work and no play?
Today, luxury rental car outfitters can set you up with a vehicle right from the airport. Many of the big-name companies, like Hertz, Budget and Dollar, have Prestige or Style Series
collections featuring BMWs, Mercedes and Hummers. And for those with bigger budgets, some specialty companies will put you behind the wheels of vehicles you've only dreamed of driving.
In Pictures: Luxury Car Rentals For Business Travelers
What's driving interest in these rentals is a desire by top executives to maintain the comforts of home on the road. If you regularly drive an Infiniti, you're probably not going to be happy renting an "econobox," says Joe Brancatelli, founder of the business-travel Web site Joe Sent Me. There's also an aspirational aspect to consider: If you drive a Ford at home, this may be
your only chance to get the feel of a Ferrari. For those looking to try out a fantasy car, Beverly Hills Rent-a-Car, which has outposts in California and Arizona and now in Las Vegas, has a plethora in its garage. Bentley, Rolls Royce Mercedes Benz Rentals and Ferrari are just a few of the brands on its roster. Got your heart set on a car that isn't in stock? No worries. "There's no make or model that we can't get," says Kurt Siejkowski, vice president of marketing for Beverly Hills Rent-a-Car. He recalls purchasing a Lamborghini Gallardo for one customer, as well as an Aston Martin Vantage at the request of another. Just make sure you plan ahead. Though most rentals only need to be booked three days ahead of time, due to the exclusive nature of high-end cars, it's best to schedule special requests as far as six months in advance.
VIP Pickup
Driving in style and impressing clients often comes with other perks, too. While some high-end rental companies, such as Rent-a-Vette in Las Vegas and Image Rent-a-Car in New York City, the services go beyond the usual. Beverly Hills Rent-a-Car and Concierge Car Service in Chicago take things a step further, offering VIP services in which someone meets you at the airport in your rental, gives you a tutorial and hands over the keys. And if you'd rather enjoy the ride from the backseat, these companies will provide you Rent A Car with a chauffeur. 
The Cost of Luxury
While the rental prices of the more outrageous cars are much more
affordable than their purchasing costs--renting an Aston Martin Vantage
Roadster for a day is $1,950 vs. the $189,000 sticker price--they're hardly economical. A day with a Maybach, for instance, will cost you $3,500. Companies are often willing to foot the bill of luxury rentals from mainstream outlets for their chiefs, however, since the cost is tiny compared to the
expense of first-class travel.
If you've got the green light to splurge a little on your next business trip,
just be sure you don't forget what brought you to town in the first place. During a trip last year, Hertz gave Brancatelli a Mazda Miata Convertible, which he had to turn down since it would not fit his luggage as well as two people he was picking up.
"You've got to be a little practical," he says.
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Best of all? These aren't run-of-the-mill Mopar vans, my friends ... they're rebadged Mercedes-Benz. Swap out the standard Dodge grill and a handful of other components with parts from
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diesel engines, the 2007 Dodge Sprinter Vans benefit from an updated 150-horsepower, 3.0-liter V-6 diesel and five-speed automatic transmission.
Traditionally, most Sprinter vans found here in the States were of the cargo variety. Their tall height, rugged construction, and fuel-efficiency make them ideal for contracting and
delivery vehicles. But with the cost of fuel these days, Sprinter passenger vans are in demand. Although Dodge has not released fuel economy estimates for the newest V-6 diesel Sprinters, owners of earlier models have reported highway mileage in the mid-twenties all the way up to thirty MPG (when driven in an austere fashion). So how much will all that space set
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- Diesel - 144" Standard Roof - $35,330
- Diesel - 144" High Roof - $37,130
- Diesel - 170" High Roof - $39,555
- Gas - 144" Standard Roof -$33,490
- Gas - 144" High Roof - $35,290
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Friday, October 19, 2007
Mercedes-Benz To Present New Brand Design Across All Business Units
Mercedes-Benz To Present New Brand Design Across All Business Units
Mercedes-Benz
has announced today that after 18 years, the brand will be renewing their identity across all business units, starting November 1st. Under the motto "The Star always shines from above," the new identity features the iconic Mercedes-Benz Star prominently shining from above, with a distinct separation between this and the brand's written trademark.
According to Dr. Klaus Maier, Executive Vice President Mercedes Car Group and the gentleman responsible for company's Sales and Marketing: "In addition to having exciting products, a strong brand primarily distinguishes itself by a presence and positioning that is immediately and unmistakably recognizable – at any time, in any place and in any medium." He continues: "The new brand
identity of Mercedes-Benz revives our entire presence, and ensures an
unmistakable image which combines tradition with a future-oriented approach."
Expect to see Mercedes' new brand identity make its debut with the launch of the
new C-Class Estate next month; in the meantime, keep reading for the official
press release detailing MB's inspiration and objectives for the newest rendition
of the Star.
OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE
Mercedes-Benz presents new brand design
- After 18 years Mercedes-Benz is renewing its brand identity across all
business units - C-Class Estate as first product with launch campaign in the new brand
design - Revised brand identity under the Mercedes star completes a more sharply
focused Mercedes-Benz brand positioning
Stuttgart – Mercedes-Benz has fundamentally revised its brand identity for all
communication materials with a new design. The new, standardized brand identity
will be introduced in all corporate units – from Passenger Cars to Commercial
Vehicles – and in all the world’s markets from November 1, 2007. It was
developed on the basis of the brand’s history, and concludes the process of a
more sharply focused brand positioning which began in 2006. The central theme of
the new identity is the motto "The Star always shines from above". With the
launch of the C-Class Estate the new brand design will be applied to a product
campaigns for the first time in November.
As the inventor of the automobile, Mercedes-Benz is the world’s most valuable
premium automobile brand. Over the last 120 years Mercedes-Benz has worked to
achieve this position with trailblazing innovations, a clear brand positioning
and management, and targeted expansion of its model portfolio. "In addition to
having exciting products, a strong brand primarily distinguishes itself by a
presence and positioning that is immediately and unmistakably recognizable – at
any time, in any place and in any medium", says Dr. Klaus Maier, Executive Vice
President Mercedes Car Group, responsible for Sales and Marketing.
The brand identity is a visible expression of what Mercedes-Benz stands for: it
emphasizes the company’s position as the world’s most traditional automobile
manufacturer, and is also a reflection of innovative creativity. "The new brand
identity of Mercedes-Benz revives our entire presence, and ensures an
unmistakable image which combines tradition with a future-oriented approach",
Maier continues.
The Mercedes-Benz star as the starting point for the new visualization
"With our new brand identity we are completing the process of focusing the brand
positioning of Mercedes-Benz for our customers", says Dr. Olaf Göttgens, Vice
President Brand Communications, Mercedes-Benz Cars. Mercedes-Benz has one of the
world’s most recognized trademarks in the form of the three-pointed star.
Accordingly, Mercedes-Benz is also giving this world-renowned logo a central
position in its future communications activities. "The image that has
established our brand identity over the decades is and remains the star. In the
future we will be featuring this even more prominently, where it is visible to
our customers", Göttgens continues.
As a major innovation, the star as the central symbol of the brand always shines
from above in the new brand design. Reproductions will show the star in
two-dimensional form (for example in the print media), but it remains three-dimensional in physical representations (for example on vehicles or dealerships). Moreover, the star and the written trademark will be shown separately in communications activities in future. In this way the star shining above the written trademark will create a communicative linking effect. Whether in the form of an image or written communication, each core message will be visually placed between the star and the written trademark.
New imagery reflects the brand’s personality
In order to reflect the wide variety of Mercedes-Benz passenger cars and
commercial vehicles, the focus of the new design will be on uniform imagery. In
future the various communications activities will not only feature images of
automobiles, but also photos of architecture, people and landscapes. Generous
compositions with unusual perspectives and specific use of lighting will create
excitement and illustrate the personality of the brand. Vitality and dynamism
are major components of the visual idiom, as are the inventive use of focal
depth and unfocused images.
The signature color for the Mercedes-Benz brand will be the elegant "arrow
silver". The primary color for signage in the dealerships will be the powerful
"midnight blue".
The new design for the Mercedes-Benz brand was developed by an in-house project
team working in cooperation with the agency Claus Koch Identity GmbH.
Copyright © 2007, Daimler AG
To Rent a Mercedes Benz S550 or to Rent a Mercedes Convertible please call 1-212-929-4936 or go to http://www.imagerentacar.com/ - Mercedes Benz Car Rentals
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Advice On Choosing Exotic Car Rentals in New York
Advice On Choosing Exotic Car Rentals ( 1-212-929-4936 in New York you will Find Image exotic Car Rentals )
Are you looking for an exotic car rental? Are you planning a vacation or important business trip? If you want to commemorate your next road trip or
special occasion with an exotic car, you will be happy to know that there are many different locations to find one.
Are you looking for an exotic car rental? Are you planning a vacation or important business trip? If you want to commemorate your next road trip or special occasion with an exotic car, you will be happy to know that there
are many different locations to find one.
It is not hard to choose the right exotic car rental when you know what type of car you would like to rent. This will also help you find the company that can provide you with the best service for your needs. So take some time to consider what type of exotic car you would like to rent.
Are you wondering what kind of vehicles to expect when you go to an exotic car rental company? You can find Corvette, BMW, Mercedes, Hummer, Porsche Rental, & Viper brands along with Bentley Continental GT,
Ferrari 360 Spider and the Lamborghini Gallardo on the list of vehicles that are classified as exotic
and exciting cars.
If you have never had the pleasure of driving around in an exotic car before, just imagine how exciting renting one of these could be. This is the type of adventure that makes dreams come true and memories that will last a forever.
Insurance is a big issue and something that you want to make sure you have in order before renting an exotic car. You certainly do not want to be responsible for the bill in the event something did happen while you had the car. Most companies will have their own insurance, but many companies will require you to
have your own as well. Either way it wouldn’t hurt to take out extra insurance if you have this option.
Be sure you have all insurance worries cleared away. In most cases, you will need to have your own insurance to drive an exotic rental car. Many rental companies will also carry their own insurance policies on their vehicles. Whatever the case, be sure you are completely covered should anything unfortunate and unexpected happen while you are driving your
rental exotic car.
If you have a passion for the finer things in life, consider how excited you
would be to visit family or old friends in one of the remarkable cars. Not only
would it make any road trip more pleasurable, but you will be creating emories
that will be with you for the rest of your life.
If you can’t afford to buy an exotic car but have always wanted to know what it would feel like to drive
one, here is your chance. Use the information found here to pick out the right company and rent the exotic car of your dreams for your next trip and start making those dreams come true.
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
RAC Chains Revising Strategies and Policies
RAC Chains Revising Strategies and Policies
The following article appeared in the Wall Street Journal and other publications
last week. We are all aware of the changing economics in our industry. This
article goes into some details about how various chains are adjusting.
Industry Cuts Costs by Using Vehicles Longer, Adding Fees;
'It's Like Rent-a-Wreck'
By DARREN EVERSON,
Posted: 2007-10-03 13:13:54
Michael Klatt misses the days when rental cars were shiny and new. In June, he
rented a Ford Taurus in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., that had loose steering and
stained seats. "I was literally touching it to see if it was wet," he says. The
car, which had 20,000 miles on it, also had brakes that were a little wonky --
he had to push down hard on the pedal to make them work.
"Before you didn't get a car with 20,000 to 25,000 miles," the New Hill, N.C.,
resident and longtime Hertz customer says. "You can tell: They ride rough; they
have a shimmy going down the road; the seats have stains on them. It's like
rent-a-wreck."
Paula Rivera, a Hertz spokeswoman, says the company's fleet age -- typically 8
to 12 months and 16,000 to 20,000 miles -- hasn't changed, and that its cars are
maintained in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
But while customers and car-rental companies debate whether the quality of
rental cars is sliding, the rental companies are indeed implementing stingier
policies as they look to cut costs. Vanguard Car Rental, which operates National
Car Rental and Alamo Rent A Car, says that there are about 2,000 more miles on
its vehicles on average fleet-wide now compared with a year ago. Hertz is being
less generous with its loyalty program and after-hours drop-offs. And some
customers say rental-car companies are being more nitpicky about where they
refuel, with some renters being slapped with fuel fees if they fill up more than
a few miles from the airport.
Rental-car companies have been pinched because auto makers, desperate to get their own
finances under control, are curtailing the practice of selling less-profitable
"program" cars to fleets. Program cars are vehicles that rental companies buy at
a reduced cost, then resell at prearranged prices through auction lots, usually
after around nine months. The auto makers used that avenue to rid themselves of
excess production. So rental companies are now filling their fleets with a
larger share of "risk" cars -- cars they ultimately have to sell themselves,
possibly at a loss.
Companies say that consumers shouldn't notice a difference in their rental cars
-- even if they have more mileage. Vanguard, which Enterprise Rent-A-Car Co.
recently bought, says the additional 2,000 miles on its cars is nothing
dramatic. Also, the cars are maintained by manufacturer-certified mechanics and
generally disposed of before they reach 20,000 miles. Industry observers agree.
"The cars are maintained fairly well," says Chris Brown, managing editor of the
trade publication Auto Rental News.
Higher gasoline prices may also be spurring some companies to be a bit more stringent about refueling. Before Jason Smith returned his rental car at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport in August, he filled up at a gas station 15 miles away. It never occurred to him he might be charged for having less than a full tank. But the needle had nudged just below "F." The attendant at the National Car Rental site charged him for an eighth of a tank, Mr. Smith says, which works out to nearly $17. "I showed them the receipt, but they were like, 'Sorry, you'll have to take that up with corporate,' " he says.
National stands by that decision. "We're not giving away gasoline," says Charles Pulley,
a spokesman for Vanguard.
It's clear that rental companies have to be careful about gas. Because gas
prices are high and profit margins on rentals are slim -- the typical margin on
a $50 rental is around $5, which is not much more than the price of a gallon of
gas -- companies need to be stingy, industry experts say. "This is an area where
profits can literally leak out of the fuel tank," says Neil Abrams, president of
Abrams Consulting Group Inc., a car rental consultancy.Dollar
Thrifty Automotive Group Inc. says its
policy is that renters need to fill up within 10 miles of the return location
and be prepared to show their receipt. If they don't, they can be charged for
refueling, which generally includes a per-gallon charge and a service fee.
Enterprise, Hertz and Avis Budget Group Inc. say they do not mandate where
renters refuel. Vanguard says so as well, but Steve Clark, who rented a car from
Alamo in Orlando in April, says he was told by the rental agent that he had to
refuel within a three-mile radius of the return site. Mr. Pulley, the Vanguard
spokesman, says that's not the policy of either the company or the individual
rental location. "There obviously was some misunderstanding," he says.
Consumers who pre-pay for their gas with the rental company usually have to pay
about a quarter more than the typical price at the pump. But those who waive
that option can be charged $5 to $7 a gallon, if the company says the tank isn't
full enough.
The problem with having to refuel so near the return site, consumers say, is
that some gas stations use their proximity to rental-car drop-off areas as an
excuse to gouge customers. "That does go on," says Geoff Sundstrom, a spokesman
for AAA, the automobile association. Mr. Smith, the National renter, says that's
why he filled up 15 miles away from O'Hare.
In Orlando, the Suncoast Energy gas station near Orlando International Airport
was charging $4.39 for regular unleaded as of yesterday, well above the city's
average, which is $2.80, according to AAA. The
station also doesn't have a large sign displaying its prices, which can lead
customers to start pumping before realizing the price. Bob Barnes, the station
manager, explains that the price is posted on the pump, as required, that it
costs more to operate a station by the airport (because of high property taxes)
-- and that the price is actually a deal for rushed rental-car returners. "If
you're in a real hurry and you just drop it off at the rental car return, it's
going to cost you $7 a gallon to do it," he says.
Some new car-rental policies are hitting the companies' most loyal customers.
Hertz has become a bit less generous with its loyalty program and has added some
new fees. The company -- which Ford Motor Co.
sold two years ago to a group of investors (the Carlyle Group, Clayton Dubilier
& Rice and Merrill Lynch Global Private Equity) -- recently announced that, in
many cases, the cost of redemptions in its #1 Awards program will rise starting
March 1. The cost of a non-peak free rental day certificate, for example, will
increase to 600 points from 500. (Generally, members get one point per dollar
spent.)
In addition, Hertz in February instituted new
charges for after-hours returns. Hertz customers who return their car after the
rental location has closed now incur charges until the location reopens. The
company says it made that change because of an increased number of disputes over
both vehicle damage and the exact time when cars are returned.
Despite the nickel-and-diming, industry observers say car rentals are still a
decent deal compared with the rest of the travel industry. The rental companies
have hardly engendered the disgust that the airlines did this summer with their
record delays, and though the cost of a rental is rising, the increase isn't
greater than that of other travel industries. Mr. Abrams says that rates are up
between 5% and 7% for the year. As of Monday, a midsize car booked a week in
advance for one day cost $60.65, according to the Abrams Travel Data Rate Index,
up 0.6% from the same time last year. Meanwhile, the average daily rate at a
hotel in the U.S. in August rose 6% to $103.64, according to Smith Travel
Research.
The industry would like to raise rates further, but competition is preventing
them from doing so, says Michael J. Kane of VRCG Inc., a car-rental consulting
firm.
At Image Rent A Car the rates and policies are the same and even better
Leia Mais…Monday, October 8, 2007
BMW Car Rentals in New York
BMW 750Li Car Rentals
Few mainstream luxury automobiles have sparked as much controversy as the line of BMW 7-Series vehicles have over the last three years. BMW’s largest luxury car to date, the BMW 750Li is the quintessential luxury sedan providing exotic car
rental New York customers with a responsive engine, excellent handling and the latest safety technology. Big, smooth, fast and inspiring, the BMW 750Li is equipped for the Windy City’s fast-paced lifestyle accommodating a wide variety of first-class travelers and upscale individuals. Best known for its controversial exterior styling and complex iDrive system, the 750Li is currently one of the most talked about luxury vehicles in the world! An enticing choice for both leisure and business New York travelers, the BMW 750Li sedan is fully loaded with all the latest industry advancements, including enhanced security systems and sophisticated skid control. The future of automotive integrity is all there inside the new BMW 750Li luxury car rental so don’t miss your chance to check it out! Reserve the 750Li as your upcoming exotic car rental New York rent-a-car now!
Not surprisingly, the all new BMW 750Li exotic car rental comes standard with a long list of fantastic features, including beautifully trimmed interiors and big, plush seats. Exotic car rental customers can also expect to find dual-zone automatic climate control, BMW Assist emergency and information communication programs, 14-way adjustable power captain’s seats, a power moonroof, a tilting and telescopic steering wheel, a single CD audio system and 10 pulse-pumping speakers. A standard conglomeration of airbags can also be found on the 750Li including BMW’s exclusive Head Protection System, which amounts to a full-length, tube-shaped curtain on both sides of the cabin designed to protect front and back passengers in the unlikely event of a side impact crash. Sophisticated anti-lock brakes, traction control
and electronic stability programs can also be found on all BMW 750Li rentals.
Image Rent-A-Car is proud to provide long time BMW enthusiast with a chance
to test drive the company’s latest concept, so don’t delay making your upcoming
750 Li rental reservation. There’s bound to be a stir once word gets out that
the all new 7-Series has hit New York, so don’t miss your chance to be amongst
the first to experience the new Beemer – call
1-888-718-0001 now!
BMW 650 Convertible Car Rentals
The new BMW 650i Convertible features a brand new design scheme, improving
what was already considered to be one of the world’s finest luxury sports sedans. Futuristic design cues and state-of-
the-art technology dominate this award winning vehicle, providing New York City drivers with countless features and endless amenities. Few new-model unveilings have prompted as much commotion as the new BMW 650i Convertible Car Rental, but in the end, Image Rent A Car customers are bound to agree that the 650i Convertible is one of the best BMW rentals available today. Poised for perfection, the new BMW 650i Convertible rental combines power and grace to create an oasis of automotive performance that’s perfect for practically any New York City traveler. If you’re looking to add an extra dash of luxury to your upcoming New York City trip, remember to check out Image Rent A Car’s all new line of BMW rentals… but don’t wait too long! The new BMW 650i Convertible is attracting a lot of attention these days, so don’t delay and reserve yours today!
BMW 530i Car Rentals in New York
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530i Car RentalsThe new BMW 530i, which made its debut back in 2007, features a brand new design scheme, improving what was already considered to be one of the world’s finest luxury sports sedans. Futuristic design cues and state-of-the-art technology dominate this award winning vehicle, providing New York City drivers with countless features and endless amenities.
Poised for perfection, the new BMW 530i rental combines power and grace to create an oasis of automotive performance that’s perfect for practically any New York City traveler. If you’re looking to add an extra dash of luxury to your upcoming New York City trip
The controversial new 530i BMW rentals feature an all new exterior and
interior design scheme, following in the footsteps of the all new BMW
7-series which was released just a few years back. Gone are the boxy
dimensions and cramped feeling interior; in their place you’ll find smooth
curves, sharp lines and oodles of cabin room. The new 530i BMW rentals are
designed atop a significantly widened track, increasing the vehicles length
to 190.6 inches and width to 72.7 inches. These dimensional upgrades are
noticeably in both the front and rear seating areas, providing passengers
with an additional 1.8 inches of legroom and 1.3 inches of elbow space.
Raffle Winners to Drive off in Exquisite Maserati Cars
Power, grace and luxury - words and feelings synonymous with the Maserati GranTurismo and Quattroporte and to be experienced by the lucky winners of this fall’s Columbus Citizens Foundation raffles.
The sleek Maserati GranTurismo is one of the first 10 being imported into the United States this year and is reserved exclusively for Maserati VIPs. It is a rare gem among cars: powerful 4.2 liter, V8 engine (0-60 in 5.1 seconds!), sleek world-class Italian design by Pininfarina, and luxury appointments that include 20" Birdcage design rims, titanium calipers, a navigation system, a Bose surround sound system and a multimedia system with a 30 GB hard drive. The gran turismo tradition began for Maserati in 1947 at the Geneva Auto Show where the Modenese racing firm presented the sleek A6 GranTurismo. Styled by well-respected coach constructor Pininfarina, it was the first pure road going Maserati after 33 years producing competition cars.
The capacious four-door Quattroporte is no less spectacular, sleek, and powerful.
All net proceeds of the raffles will go toward supporting education for some of the hundreds of carefully screened scholarship applicants who have the will and drive to achieve success, but need a little help.
Tickets are limited – 300 for the Quattroporte and 500 for the GranTourismo. Each ticket goes for $1,000.00. (Please visit www.columbusraffle.com for details and rules.)
To purchase tickets, call 866-860-8572 or visit http://www.charityfolks.com/columbus.
From September 29th through October 6th, the Quattroporte and the GranTourismo will be on view in the Main Concourse of landmark Grand Central Terminal in New York City prior to being raffled during the Columbus Citizens Foundation’s Gala Dinner, held at the Waldorf≈Astoria’s Grand Ballroom on October 6th. The sleek two-door GranTourismo will be raffled in the Main Concourse of Grand Central Terminal at 7:00 PM on October 15th.
Just what are the winning ticket buyers going to get?
2007 Maserati Quattroporte
Engine: 4,2L, V8
Transmission: Automatic
Exterior Color: Grigio Touring
Interior Color: Black
Finishing: Grigio piping, walnut briarwood
Features:
• Full leather Interior
• Power Sunroof
• 5 CD Changer
• Navigation System
• Heated Front Seats
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• Rear Parking Sensors
• Alcantara headliner
• Spare wheel
2008 Maserati GranTurismo
Engine: 4,2L, V8
Transmission: Automatic
Exterior Color: Black
Interior Color: Beige
Finishing: rosewood; smoked quartz
Features:
• Full leather interior
• Rear Parking Sensors
• Heated front seats
• Navigation system
• Bose surround sound system
• Multimedia system with 30GB hard drive .
Remember to visit www.columbusraffle.com for details. Come October 2007, two people who only dreamed of owning a Maserati will have their wish fulfilled. Hopefully, one of them will be you. This could be your best chance to own one.
To purchase tickets, call 866-860-8572 or visit http://www.charityfolks.com/columbus.
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Saturday, October 6, 2007
Mini Cooper Car Rentals New York
Mini Cooper Car RentalsThe Mini-Cooper is a rental car full of personality and charisma.
The outside of the Mini-Cooper is by far the vehicles most appealing aspect. The Mini-Cooper is built low to the ground with a stance that is very much like that of a bull-dog like, which allows for amazing handling. The sculpted headlights and hood add to its charming disposition along with the distinctive front grill.
The Mini-Cooper rental has a 1.6 liter, 97.5 cubic inch, 16 valve engine. This type of engine offers an inline 4-cylinder configuration, which allows for a more effiecient fuel economy.
has a four-star safety rating thanks to numerous revolutionary features. The Mini-Cooper rental is equipped with DSC (Dynamic Stability Control), EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) and CBC (Cornering Brake Control). The Mini-Cooper also houses a comprehensive airbag system including dual front airbags, dual seat mounted side airbags, tube front and rear overhead airbags and an airbag occupancy sensor. The braking system in the Mini-Cooper rental is a comprehensive 4 wheel anti-lock setup with 4 ABS channels. The rigid body includes side impact bars and a rear lift cargo door along with crash sensors and brake away battery cables for added safety and piece of mind.
Mini Cooper
Rentals & Mini Cooper Convertibles Rentals
Wednesday, October 3, 2007
Where to rent a car for all occasions in New York
For New York Hamptons High-Rollers Exotic Car Rental and NYC Gas Savers.
Price: $44.95 to $449.99 per day. Fleet: About 300 cars, including Hummers, Porsches, Mercedes, and BMWs Mini Coopers, Lexus,and Luxury Vans.
Best Time to Rent: If you want a Hummer or a Porsche Carrera, book two weeks in advance—there’s only one each of most specialty cars.
If you don’t care about the make, short notice is fine. Up
side: You don’t need a credit card for regular cars—use debit or cash if you put down a $500 or larger deposit over the rental price. Downside: There’s only one location, and the distance is restricted on some of the cars. Best If: You absolutely have to make a splash next weekend.
For Afternoon Excursions Zip
CarPrice: $8.50 per hour to $65 per day. Fleet: About 225 cars—Minis, Priuses, Jettas—parked at 80 locations throughout the five boroughs and New Jersey. Best Time to Rent: You can book minutes before you want the car, at least on weekdays. But the chances of finding a last-minute rental nearby on a summer Friday are slim.
Upside: Rent for just an hour, including insurance, gas, and E-Z Pass. And after you pass the online approval process, there’s no paperwork—or need to talk to anyone. Downside: You only get 150 miles per day, cars are cleaned only twice a week, and you get fined $50 if you smoke in the car. Best If: Quick trips to Costco and day trips upstate.
For Organized Types on a Budget
New York Car Rental 718-771-6666 http://www.adir.net/
Price: $44.99 to $129.99 per day. Fleet: About 70 vehicles, including SUVs and Mustang convertibles. Best Time to Rent: This is one of the cheapest rents in Manhattan, so book at least a week in advance. Upside: You can drop off your car 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are different rates for limited or unlimited mileage. And the minimum rental age is 18. Downside: There’s only one location—in the JFK Airport And Manhattan And Brooklyn and Uniondale NY.
Best If: You’re taking a short mid-week trip—it’ll cost only $44.99 per day, which is less than even the cheapest chains offer in Manhattan.
For College StudentsEnterprise Rent-a-CarPrice: $39.99 to $116.99 per day. Fleet: Standard range—from Dodge Charger to Jeeps to 15 Passenger Van Rentals. Best Time to Rent: Chains tend to sell out fast with corporate clients and discount Internet bookings, so for weekends, book by Monday or Tuesday. There are locations in all five boroughs and All of New York Airports JFK LGA EWR ISLIP KHTO
Top Six Rental-Car Tips
1. Remember that the city’s rental-car fleet is completely sold out on most hot summer weekends. So if you get a trip idea in your head Wednesday, book it. Don’t wait until Friday.
2. Don’t get talked into an upgrade for a few dollars more. Usually, agencies make that offer when they’ve run out of compacts and will have to give you a better car for free.
3. Check to see if you can drop off at a different location than you rented from. The crosstown return journey is a bad way to end a holiday.
4. Check to see what coverage your other insurance policies (tenant, homeowner, life, car, etc.) might already provide for car rentals. You may not need the coverage the car agency will probably try to sell you.
5. Don’t assume there’s a grace period. Some companies, like Dollar, don’t have one and count on you thinking they do so that they can rack up daily late charges.
6. If you’re traveling more than 300 miles away from the city, rent from a chain. Most of the independent rental agencies restrict your driving radius.
Illustrations by Kagen McLeod
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
Travel like a big winner, a high roller, a VIP & even if it is only for one day NY NJ CT PA DC
RAV (Rent-a-Vette) Car Rental 5021 Swenson Street, Las Vegas800.372.1981RAV offers an impressive array of sports cars, convertibles, and luxury SUVs. Ferrari, Viper, Maserati, Porsche, and Corvette make up their exotic sports car line. Convertibles include Mercedes, Corvette, BMW, Lexus, and Firebird. Among the Sporty Roadsters choices are Lotus, Cobra, Audi, BMW and even a Mini Cooper. If you're feeling like rolling around in something a bit bigger, they offer a Hummer H2, Porsche Cayenne, Range Rover, and Infiniti FX45. Rates ranage from $99/day for a VW Beetle Convertible to $1499/day for the new Ferrari 360 Spider. Discounts for multiple day or weekly rentals. All rentals come with 100 free miles. Alathough there is an age restriction and most of their cars require the driver to e 25, they do offer several models for those 21-24. Complimentary hotel/airport shuttle is also available.
Xpress Exotics
has a few more pedestrian (no pun intended) vehicles such as Mustang, Jeep Wrangler, and Mini Cooper, but also offers the Prowler, Viper, Porsche Boxster, two types of BMW, Viper and Ferrari. A Hummer and Honda Shadow Motorcycle are also available. Prices range from $69.99 to $850 per day. Xpress will rent to the Under 25 set, but expect to pay a surcharge of $8.99 per day. Free mileage varies from 100-200 miles a day. No charge for local pick-up and drop-off.
Dream Car Rentals Two Locations:2955 Las Vegas Blvd.3734 Las Vegas Blvd. 103877.373.2601Dream, with two locations on either end of the strip, has an impressive array of Vipers, Ferraris, Corvettes, as well as convertible Porsches, Cadillacs, Mercedes, Jaguar and Saabs, among others. In addition to the newer vehicles they have a cool 1959 Caddilac, 1968 Camaro SS, 1968 Pontiac GTO, and an AC Shelby Cobra. They also carry Hummers, BMW Z3, Chrysler PT Convertible, Sebring convertible, Mitsubishi Eclipse, and standard Mustang, Mercedes, and Jeeps. Dream gives you the option of renting for 5 hours or 24 (in addition to longer period of times), so if the budget is tight, you can opt for the shorter daytime drive. Top-end car rental rates for 5 hours max at $500, $750 for 24 hours. Free mileage varies from 75 to 200/day. Free shuttle to and from hotels and airport.
Benzo Luxury Car Rental 280 E. Flamingo Road866.582.3696Benzo Exotics carries only Mercedes (8 styles to choose from), Bentleys, and a Maybach. They also have a private jet service in case the cars aren’t fast enough for you. Rental fees range from $120/day to $2550/day for the 4-dor Maybach. Free shuttle to and from hotels and airport.
IMAGE Exotic Car Rentals 1-888-718-0001 1-718-771-6666 New York City NYCThis New ork - New Jersey CT PA DC exotic car chain carries Ferrari, Viper, Porsche, Corvette, Audi Convertible, Mercedes Convertibles, Mercedes Benz S550 and Mercedes CLS500, BMW 650 Convertible, Hummers, Mustang Convertible, and even the token Mini-Cooper. Age limit varies, depending on the car, and prices are available through internet http://www.imagerentacar.com/ or phone query 1-718-771-6666.
Monday, October 1, 2007
Drive in Style in East Hampton & Manhattan with Exotics
Getting Around East Hampton and NY Hamptons. . . Exotic Car Rentals
Once in the Hamptons, whether your are on your way to the beach, the Art for Life Party or just out for a cruise on Scuttlehole Road, it's important to flash the hot wheels that just seem impractical in the city. While the Hamptons doesn't offer places to rent exotics, companies in New York will, for an extra fee, bring the car to you, unless of course you feel like driving the car out yourself highly unadvisable on weekends in the summer. Image Exotic Car Rentals has a pick up and drop off location in East Hamptom. ( Uniondale New York - JFK Airport, Manhattan, Newark Airport, Brooklyn NY & Miami Florida) where they will gladly deliver you everything from a Ferrari F430, Cadillac Escalade, Mini Cooper, BMW 650 Convertible, Mercedes Benz S550, Mercedes Convertible, Corvette, Dodge Viper, Luury Vans to a Hummer H2; Image Exotic Car Rentals and Drop off even in Manhattan NYC for no extra charge to New York City(ImageRentaCar.com 1-888-718-0001).
