Rental Car Pickup Inspection Checklist

Before driving away, inspect the bodywork, glass, wheels and cabin in good light. Photograph existing marks, the fuel gauge and odometer.

What to Check Before Booking

Check the necessary documents, essential controls and the equipment listed in your agreement. Record discrepancies before leaving.

Useful Questions and Practical Tips

Why compare the terms, not just the headline price? Similar offers can differ in pickup arrangements, mileage allowances, extras and return rules. Request the full cost for your chosen period before deciding.

What should be checked in the confirmation? Verify the dates, collection address, contact number, vehicle class and requested extras. Ask for any unclear points in writing.

Practical tip: save your agreement and vehicle photos on your phone so they remain accessible when you are offline.

Details that make a difference

Inspect the car in good light before you drive away. Photograph all four sides, wheels, windscreen, cabin and instrument panel. Match every existing mark to the pickup report instead of relying on verbal assurances.

How to avoid common mistakes

Check for a spare wheel or tyre-repair kit, warning triangle and breakdown instructions. Find out whom to call after an accident and what actions require prior authorisation. Do not depart with an unresolved safety concern.

What to confirm before the journey

Record fuel level and mileage and test the lights, wipers, air conditioning, locks and seat belts. Save the signed inspection form and your photos somewhere you can access later.

To compare vehicles, browse car rental options in Chisinau. Availability, pricing and individual terms must be confirmed for your intended dates.