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| - We had an overall good experience with Verve Car Rental. We found them because they're running a Groupon special for about $15 off your rental. We're just under 25, and they also charged the cheapest penalty (about $10/day) - we did try calling around to see if any company in Vegas would waive this fee, and they did not.
Sabrina at the company was very helpful. We were in and out in about 20 mins after going over all the paperwork. We picked the most compact car for rental and paid around $220 after taxes and fees (plus under 25 penalty) for a Thursday through Tuesday rental and unlimited mileage within Nevada/the county. They had a 60 minute grace period on return, which was appreciated. The car itself was in OK condition - though there was a lingering smoke smell when we got in the car, which they had tried to cover up with air freshener. It was fairly clean, which is also how you are expected to return the vehicle or pay $200 cleaning (or pet/smoking violation) fee.
Upon return, we had a quick, easy experience - again with Sabrina. She drove us back to the car rental center, where we caught a shuttle back to the airport. However, you do have to go pretty far off the strip to get to this place. Our cab driver wasn't quite sure where it was initially, despite living and driving in Vegas for years.
There is a fairly cheap gas station and car wash in the same parking lot if you need to fill up or get the car cleaned upon return.
I would rent here if you're under 25 and don't want to pay higher penalties elsewhere, want to get a good deal, and don't mind going the extra distance off the strip for a cheaper car. If you're looking for a flashy rental or 100% seamless experience, this is probably not the place. But if you can follow the contract, this place can be a lot better than most of the other reviews make it seem. Again, major props to Sabrina for great customer service - she deserves a raise!
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