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OMVIC Blog: Car Buying Tips

The Pros and Cons of Buying a Rental Car

By OMVIC Communications on Friday, August 23, 2019

Rental assistant

Because of their low price, rental vehicles may seem like an attractive offer to a car-buyer. While there are a number of perks, there are also some potential drawbacks that consumers need to be aware of. 

Buying a Rental Car? What You Need to Know

By OMVIC Communications on Monday, October 23, 2017
Rental car Rental vehicles are usually of the current or previous model year, with relatively low mileage and factory warranty. And because it’s used and there’s no freight or PDI charge they often come with a discounted price. But there are some consumers who forego these benefits and steer clear of daily rentals.

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