Theft and Damage Waivers included - refer to packages
Cape Spirit™ gives travellers access to some of the LOWEST HOTTEST Available South African Car Rental rates on the web! Cape Spirit™ is the preferred website for travellers looking for cheap unlimited
mileage South Africa car hire and great Customer service for over 5 years, and you can save on your car hire cost and have peace of mind too by
booking through us. SEE OUR SPECIAL UNLIMITED KM SOUTH AFRICA CAR RENTAL RATES AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE. We offer great rates on Long Term South Africa Car Rental (rentals 4 days and more), Automatic Car Rentals in South Africa, as well as the lowest Winter Rates from all major South African airports and cities!
Cape Spirit works with 3 car hire companies - compare for the best offer! Offer 1 (this page below), offer 2 (Europcar) and offer 3 (Tempest)
"I
stayed in South Africa for more than 5 months and rented at least a
dozen cars, and I can honestly say that Cape Spirit was the easiest,
most affordable, and most enjoyable company that I worked with."- Jake
Curtis, Rogers, Arkansas, USA"Not only promises, but; hád unlimited km’s, hád lowest risks, were flexible regarding rental periods and… that all while they wére the best priced!! Thanks for your great service!" - Cor Snieder, Groningen, The Netherlands
"At all times the service was courteous and friendly and I would recommend Cape Spirit to any person wishing to hire a car"- Alex Buchan, Perth, Western Australia
You can book a Car right here from and to any of the following South African airport and non airport locations (our service is NOT limited to the Cape)
If you require the exact location of the branches visit our Detailed Branch Location Page here
SOUTH AFRICA CAR RENTAL REMINDER: CARS GET BOOKED OUT FAST ON THESE ALL INCLUSIVE CAR HIRE PACKAGES- ENSURE TO BOOK YOUR UNLIMITED KM CAR WELL IN ADVANCE FOR THE 2010 / 2011 HOLIDAY SEASONS, AND IF YOUR CAR RENTAL IS LONGER THAN 4 DAYS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.
Why choose Cape Spirit™ and First Car Rental / Sixt South Africa for my SA Car Hire? Why are the rates so low through Cape Spirit™? When will I be billed for my South Africa Car Rental? Is my Car Rental booking secure? Where do I collect my Car ? | Cape Spirit™ is a proud Member of SATSA (and bonded by SATSA), the USA based Africa Travel Association (ATA), the UK based Africa Travel and Tourism Association (ATTA), ASTA (American Society of Travel Agents - USA Based), Cape Town Tourism, and is the largest car rental agency for First Car Rental / Sixt Western Cape. We provide our Customers with an honest, easy and professional Car rental booking experience. You, our valued Customer is our biggest asset. Cape Spirit™ is the preferred website for travellers looking for cheap unlimited mileage South Africa car hire and great Customer service for over 5 years, and you can save on your car hire cost and have peace of mind too by booking through us. First Car Rental / Sixt, formerly known as National Alamo South Africa, has an 8 year proven track record and won numerous global car rental awards. Visit our "Why choose First Car Rental / Sixt South Africa" page to learn more about First Car Rental. You can also learn more about Cape Spirit™ here Because of the large number of South Africa Car rental bookings that Cape Spirit™ process we are able to offer you discounted South African Car rental rates and great all inclusive packages! There is NO hidden cost - all the information to calculate your exact final Car rental price is displayed on this website. Read our Customer Feedback here You can choose to pay only upon vehicle collection (i.e. no prepayment required - recommended option), OR immediately during online reservation / time of booking (full prepayment). You will be billed by First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire (formerly National Alamo South Africa). There is no difference in the rental amount if you choose to pay on arrival or during time of booking. Payment option 1 (Pay when I collect the vehicle - we recommend that you choose this option): If you choose to pay only upon vehicle collection (and not during time of booking), you will receive instant booking confirmation that a car has been reserved for you. You can rest assure that a car will be available for you on arrival at the Car Rental office once you have received your Reservation voucher into your email. You will pay for your rental upon vehicle collection at the Rental office. (Please choose payment option 1 for all Long term rentals. If you choose this payment option, long term car rentals get billed on a monthly basis over your credit card, and not the full amount at once.) Payment option 2 (Pay now online with a credit card): If you choose to pay for your car rental during the time of booking (prepayment), please note that the pre-paid amount is non-refundable (When amending to a lower amount, or if entire booking is cancelled, before or after vehicle collection.) If you choose to make prepayment during online reservation, please note that the Main driver still requires a credit card in his/her name upon vehicle collection for deposit authorisation and security purposes. Yes ! Your personal details are secured by THAWTE, a Global Trusted 3rd Party. You book directly on First Car Rental's/ Sixt's LIVE system. First Car Rental is owned by the Combined Motor Holdings Group (CMH) - a JSE-listed company with more than 6000 vehicles and annual revenue of R4,4 billion. You will receive directions to and contact details for the specific First Car Rental / Sixt South Africa Branch in the booking confirmation that gets emailed to you just after online reservation. You can also view detailed branch location info here |
| What is Included and Excluded in the Car Rental Rates below? | Included in our great Car Rental packages: Our South Africa Car Hire packages exclude the following standard items: (relevant on all rentals) Our Car Hire packages exclude the following "other / extra" items: (for most rentals this is not relevant)
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Is there an Excess and how does the Excess work with Car Rentals?
| There is NO EXCESS DEPOSIT with our Executive Cover option - meaning that your car is fully insured for damage and theft (refer to terms and conditions and exclusions above) (Should you choose the Standard Cover option there is an Excess Deposit of R 6500. If you choose Super Cover the Excess Deposit is R 4000. This amount will be secured as a deposit on your credit card when collecting the car, and refunded back to you when you return the car in the same condition. The excess is the amount payable in the event of accident or theft) The Standard Cover package has an Excess of R 6500 (liability - your responsibility) in the event of accident or theft. The Super Cover package has an Excess of R 4000 (liability - your responsibility) in the event of accident or theft. The Executive Cover Package has a Zero Excess (zero liability) meaning your Car is fully insured in the event of accident or theft, if you have acted in good faith and within the SA Laws and Terms and Conditions. With Standard Cover First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire will authorise an amount of R 6500 on your credit card during collection of the car, and refund this amount back to you when you return the car in the same condition. With Super Cover First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire will authorise an amount of R 4000 on your credit card during collection of the car, and refund this amount back to you when you return the car in the same condition. With Executive Cover no excess amount will be authorised over your credit card during collection, as your car is fully insured for theft and damages. |
| Fuel & Windscreen breakage Deposit? | There is a R2000 Fuel & Windscreen damage Deposit (incl VAT).The Deposit is authorised (reserved) over your credit card when collecting the Car and released (refunded) back to you when returning the Car with a full tank of petrol again (you receive a full tank when collecting the car) and with no Windscreen damages. |
| Contract fee ? | R 40 per booking (incl VAT) (not per day) |
| What documents are required when I collect the Car ? Credit Card & Drivers License & ID / Passport | You must produce a valid Credit Card (no Debit Cards or cash accepted!) to collect your car. (Visa, Mastercard, Diners Card, American Express accepted - local and international credit cards welcome) The Credit Card MUST be in the main Driver's name (i.e. the main driver's name must appear on the credit card). No cars will be issued without the Credit Card in the Main Driver's name. The Driver must hold and present a Valid Drivers License and must be present during the Car Rental collection and return. Driver/s must also present a valid ID or Passport, as well as the booking confirmation that you receive in your email after online reservation. Driver/s must have legally driven in their home country for at least three years prior to renting a vehicle. Please note that whether you have made prepayment or not for your car rental, it is still compulsory to have a valid Credit Card (in the name of the Main Driver) and present it to the Car rental office during the collection of your car. No cash or debit cards including Maestro and Electron debit cards are accepted. (South African credit card holders: please note that budget facility transactions are not allowed - only straight transactions) International Customers:You will be required to apply for an International Drivers license (in English) if your Drivers License is not in English. Alternatively you can also get an English translation from your Traffic Department in your home country (on the Traffic Department's official letterhead / stamped / certified by your Traffic Department) if your drivers license is not in English. All other requirements and terms and conditions remain the same. Please take your Original Drivers License together with your International Drivers license OR your Original Drivers License together with the Official English translation from your local Traffic Department to South Africa. If your drivers license is in English you do not have to apply for an International Drivers license or translation. Just bring your valid English drivers license with you. |
| Other Important Info | Please note: Windscreen Breakage, Water-, Undercarriage-, Tire-, Rim- and Hubcap Damage is NOT covered. (this is standard for SA Car Rental companies - If you like to insure windows, tyres, and under-carriage damages as well as car hire excesses worldwide, visit our preferred Supplier Carrentalexcessinsurance.com) Long term rentals: Please choose payment option 1 "Pay when I collect the Vehicle" for all Long term rentals during online reservation. If you choose this payment option, long term car rentals get billed on a monthly basis over your credit card, and not the full amount at once. No delivery of car: Cars cannot be delivered to private addresses. Please note that all cars must be collected from a First Car Rental Branch. Car groups and models: Please note that you book a specific car group and can receive any car model within the group that you have booked. You can view the different car groups and car models within each car group here.You can type your car model preference in the “Other Info” box during online reservation, but please note that First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire cannot guarantee that you will receive your preferred car model and it can be any car model within your reserved car group. If you plan to hire more than one car at the same time and location: Please contact Cape Spirit™ before making your bookings so that we can arrange with the Branch Manager. |
| Where do I Amend or Cancel a Car Rental booking ? | Please remember to amend or cancel your booking if your travel arrangements have changed Amend or Cancel an existing booking here - click on the Amend/Cancel button top right |
Any more questions? Cape Spirit™ is here to help. Visit our Frequently asked Questions or Contact Cape Spirit™ for assistance
Step 2: You are now ready to Book your Car securely online or to view our cheap South Africa Car Rental rates. Please note that you book a specific car group and can receive any car within the group that you have booked View the different car groups and cars within each group here
Car Group / similar | Cheap South Africa Car Rental Rates - Book online for best rates - 2010 / 2011 reservations open! |
Group L Hatchbacks - no aircon and no powersteering Opel Corsa Lite / Chevrolet Spark rental or similar | From R179 per day VAT inclusive Book online to view and secure your rental rate and car now! tip: start your car rental on or before the 15th of Dec 2010 and save INCLUDED IN OUR RATES: Unlimited KM, VAT, Airport Surcharge, Tourism Levy, Theft Lost Waiver, Collision Damage Waiver & 24 hour roadside assistance included in executive cover price! Refundable Excess Deposit authorised over Credit Card when collecting the car: R0 for Option 3 (Executive Cover), R4000 for Option 2 (Super Cover) R6500 for Option 1 (Standard Cover) - choose during reservation Refundable Fuel & Windscreen Deposit authorised over Credit card when collecting the car - R 2000  |
Group AS Hatchbacks - with aircon, powersteering and airbags Ford Fiesta / VW Polo / Toyota Yaris / Suzuki Alto / VW Vivo / Chevrolet Aveo Hatch / Opel Corsa Essentia / Kia Picanto rental or similar (Hatchback) (Group AS) Car Rental Hatchback | From R212 per day VAT inclusive Book online to view and secure your rental rate and car now! tip: start your car rental on or before the 15th of Dec 2010 and save INCLUDED IN OUR RATES:Unlimited KM, VAT, Airport Surcharge, Tourism Levy, Theft Lost Waiver, Collision Damage Waiver & 24 hour roadside assistance included in our executive cover price! Refundable Excess Deposit authorised over Credit Card when collecting the car: R0 for Option 3 (Executive Cover), R4000 for Option 2 (Super Cover) R6500 for Option 1 (Standard Cover) - choose during reservationRefundable Fuel & Windscreen Deposit authorised over Credit card when collecting the car - R 2000
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Group B Sedans - with aircon, powersteering and airbags Mazda 3 / Chevrolet Aveo / Nissan Tiida / Ford Focus / Toyota Corolla / VW Polo / Renault Logan / Renault Sandero / Chevrolet Cruze / Ford Ikon / VW Vivo / Fiat Linea Sedan rental or similar (Sedan Cars) | From R230 per day VAT inclusive Book online to view and secure your rental rate and car now! tip: start your car rental on or before the 15th of Dec 2010 and save INCLUDED IN OUR RATES:Unlimited KM, VAT, Airport Surcharge, Tourism Levy, Theft Lost Waiver, Collision Damage Waiver & 24 hour roadside assistance included in our executive cover price! Refundable Excess Deposit authorised over Credit Card when collecting the car: R0 for Option 3 (Executive Cover), R4000 for Option 2 (Super Cover) R6500 for Option 1 (Standard Cover) - choose during reservationRefundable Fuel & Windscreen Deposit authorised over Credit card when collecting the car - R 2000
Also see the Toyota Yaris with Tempest from R289 per day Unlimited KM
Also see the Toyota Avanza with Tempest from R419 per day Unlimited KM
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Group C Sedans Automatic- with aircon, powersteering and airbags Nissan Tiida / Toyota Yaris / VW Polo / Chevrolet Aveo Sedan Automatic or similar (Group C) Car Rental Sedans 1.6 L Automatic Petrol Aircon Power Steering Airbags ABS Radio CD 4 adults | From R328 per day VAT inclusive Book online to view and secure your rental rate and car now! tip: start your car rental on or before the 15th of Dec 2010 and save INCLUDED IN OUR RATES:Unlimited KM, VAT, Airport Surcharge, Tourism Levy, Theft Lost Waiver, Collision Damage Waiver & 24 hour roadside assistance included in our executive cover price! Refundable Excess Deposit authorised over Credit Card when collecting the car: R0 for Option 3 (Executive Cover), R4000 for Option 2 (Super Cover) R6500 for Option 1 (Standard Cover) - choose during reservationRefundable Fuel & Windscreen Deposit authorised over Credit card when collecting the car - R 2000
Also see the Toyota Corolla Automatic with Tempest from R370 per day Unlimited KM |
Group D Sedans Automatic- with aircon, powersteering and airbags Ford Focus / Honda Civic / Chevrolet Cruze Automatic rental or similar
| From R426 per day VAT inclusive Book online to view and secure your rental rate and car now! tip: start your car rental on or before the 15th of Dec 2010 and save INCLUDED IN OUR RATES:Unlimited KM, VAT, Airport Surcharge, Tourism Levy, Theft Lost Waiver, Collision Damage Waiver & 24 hour roadside assistance included in our executive cover price! Refundable
Excess Deposit authorised over Credit Card when collecting the car: R0
for Option 3 (Executive Cover), R4000 for Option 2 (Super Cover) R6500
for Option 1 (Standard Cover) - choose during reservation
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Nissan Grand Livina or similar
| From R459 per day VAT inclusive Book online to view and secure your rental rate and car now! tip: start your car rental on or before the 15th of Dec 2010 and save INCLUDED IN OUR RATES:Unlimited KM, VAT, Airport Surcharge, Tourism Levy, Theft Lost Waiver, Collision Damage Waiver & 24 hour roadside assistance included in our executive cover price! Refundable
Excess Deposit authorised over Credit Card when collecting the car: R0
for Option 3 (Executive Cover), R4000 for Option 2 (Super Cover) R6500
for Option 1 (Standard Cover) - choose during reservation
Also see the Toyota Avanza with Tempest from R419 per day Unlimited KM
Also see the Toyota Verso with Europcar from R557 per day Unlimited KM |
BMW 3.20i Automatic rental or similar | From R512 per day VAT inclusive Book online to view and secure your rental rate and car now! tip: start your car rental on or before the 15th of Dec 2010 and save INCLUDED IN OUR RATES:Unlimited KM, VAT, Airport Surcharge, Tourism Levy, Theft Lost Waiver, Collision Damage Waiver & 24 hour roadside assistance included in our executive cover price! Refundable Excess Deposit authorised over Credit Card when collecting the car: R0 for Option 3 (Executive Cover), R4000 for Option 2 (Super Cover) R6500 for Option 1 (Standard Cover) - choose during reservationRefundable Fuel & Windscreen Deposit authorised over Credit card when collecting the car - R 2000
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Nissan X-Trail CVT ST 4x4 / Honda CRV 4x4 / Suzuki Grand Vitara 4x4 Automatic rental or similar (Group F) Car Rental
| From R753 per day VAT inclusive Book online to view and secure your rental rate and car now! tip: start your car rental on or before the 15th of Dec 2010 and save INCLUDED IN OUR RATES: Unlimited KM, VAT, Airport Surcharge, Tourism Levy, Theft Lost Waiver, Collision Damage Waiver & 24 hour roadside assistance included in our executive cover price! Refundable
Excess Deposit authorised over Credit Card when collecting the car: R0
for Option 3 (Executive Cover), R4000 for Option 2 (Super Cover) R6500
for Option 1 (Standard Cover) - choose during reservation
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Mercedes C-Class
Read our Customer Feedback here  | From R612 per day VAT inclusive Book online to view and secure your rental rate and car now! tip: start your car rental on or before the 15th of Dec 2010 and save INCLUDED IN OUR RATES:Unlimited KM, VAT, Airport Surcharge, Tourism Levy, Theft Lost Waiver, Collision Damage Waiver & 24 hour roadside assistance included in our executive cover price! Refundable
Excess Deposit authorised over Credit Card when collecting the car: R0
for Option 3 (Executive Cover), R4000 for Option 2 (Super Cover) R6500
for Option 1 (Standard Cover) - choose during reservation
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Toyota Quantum 8 Seater / Mercedes Vito 8 Seater / VW Kombi Combi TDI 8 Seater / Nissan Primastar 8 Seater rental or similar
| From R883 per day VAT inclusive Book online to view and secure your rental rate and car now! tip: start your car rental on or before the 15th of Dec 2010 and save INCLUDED IN OUR RATES:Unlimited KM, VAT, Airport Surcharge, Tourism Levy, Theft Lost Waiver, Collision Damage Waiver & 24 hour roadside assistance included in our executive cover price! Refundable Excess Deposit authorised over Credit Card when collecting the car: R0 for Option 3 (Executive Cover), R4000 for Option 2 (Super Cover) R6500 for Option 1 (Standard Cover) - choose during reservationRefundable Fuel & Windscreen Deposit authorised over Credit card when collecting the car - R 2000
Also see the Toyota Qauntum 8 Seater with Tempest from R1250 per day Unlimited KM
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| Honda Accord / Volvo S40 Automatic rental or similar (Group Z) Car Rental SA Only - No Cross Border.(Except Swaziland and Lesotho) Visit Europcar who allows cross borders into some countries. 2.4 L Automatic Petrol Aircon Power Steering Dual Airbags Radio CD ABS 4 adults, 1 child  | From R584 per day VAT inclusive Book online to view and secure your rental rate and car now! tip: start your car rental on or before the 15th of Dec 2010 and save INCLUDED IN OUR RATES:Unlimited KM, VAT, Airport Surcharge, Tourism Levy, Theft Lost Waiver, Collision Damage Waiver & 24 hour roadside assistance included in our executive cover price! Refundable Excess Deposit authorised over Credit Card when collecting the car: R0 for Option 3 (Executive Cover), R4000 for Option 2 (Super Cover) R6500 for Option 1 (Standard Cover) - choose during reservationRefundable Fuel & Windscreen Deposit authorised over Credit card when collecting the car - R 2000 |
First Car Rental / Sixt Car Hire South Africa Branches - Airport and non Airport locations:
Lanseria Airport (meet and greet)
North West Province Car Rental: Rustenburg, Klerksdorp
VIEW DETAILED FIRST CAR RENTAL / SIXT CAR HIRE SOUTH AFRICA BRANCH LIST HERE