psychward9
Junior Member
What is the name of your state? CA
I recently rented a car from Budget, declined their insurance, but did not get the pre-rental "walk around" prior to signing. When I returned the car they pointed out damages to the right side of the car, which I assume were there before I rented the car. I told the rep. this and he had me sign a paper and write that I didn't get a walk around and wasnt' responsible for the damages. I got a claim for over $1000 for the damages asking that I send in my credit card info if I acknowledged responsibility. I wrote back saying I was not responsible. They told me I was and said that if I didn't pay within 24 hours they were hiring an "outside vendor" to collect. My insurance company will pay, but I have to come up with a $500 deductible and possible increase in premiums. What should I do? Is it worth fighting?
I recently rented a car from Budget, declined their insurance, but did not get the pre-rental "walk around" prior to signing. When I returned the car they pointed out damages to the right side of the car, which I assume were there before I rented the car. I told the rep. this and he had me sign a paper and write that I didn't get a walk around and wasnt' responsible for the damages. I got a claim for over $1000 for the damages asking that I send in my credit card info if I acknowledged responsibility. I wrote back saying I was not responsible. They told me I was and said that if I didn't pay within 24 hours they were hiring an "outside vendor" to collect. My insurance company will pay, but I have to come up with a $500 deductible and possible increase in premiums. What should I do? Is it worth fighting?