Marathon Rent A Car Rental Policies There are
so many questions we receive about renting a car or truck from Marathon Rent A
Car . So, this section is full of the details you need to know about rental policies
and regulations of Marathon Rent A Car.
First and foremost we are located
in Los Angeles and Downey, California - and rentals must be limited to picking up vehicles
in California.
- Rates do not include State Tax.
- Rates do not include
gasoline, refueling charges, optional Collision Damage Waiver, Personal Accident
Coverage, Renters Liability Protection.
- Drivers must have a Valid Drivers
License Presented at time of rental.
- A major credit card is required at time
of rental.
- Check cards are accepted for deposit to secure rental.
AGE The minimum age requirement to rent a vehicle from Marathon Rent
A Car is 25. However Marathon does rent to under 25 years of age with an additional
fee of $5 per day. Renters under 21 must provide there own full coverage insurance
transferable to the rental car. You Must be 25 years of age to rent luxury, exotic
and sport cars. Acceptable Charge Cards Marathon Rent A Car
accepts all charge cards listed below. The charge card must be in the renter's
name. American Express Visa/Mastercard Discover
Diner's Club Driver License Requirements The following driver's
licenses are accepted by Marathon Rent A Car in the United States: A license
issued by any United State, territory, or possession. A Canadian province, a country
that participated in the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic or the 1943 Convention
on the Regulation of Inter-American Automobile Traffic or has a reciprocal agreement
with the United States. License FAQs Special Equipment
Child Safety Seats-available with 24 hour advanced booking. The cost of the seat
is $5 per day. Tow Hitches-are available
with 24 hour advanced bookings. Restrictions on type of rental vehicle that may
tow and what is being towed may apply. Please consult a Marathon Rent A Car agent
regarding towing restrictions. Snow
Chains-are not available. Marathon Rent A Car vehicles are equipped with all weather
tires. Insurance and Optional Services
Insurance Requirements
- California law requires that all drivers provide
minimum state liability insurance.
- If
the renter does not have proof of insurance or we can not verify insurance they
may purchase our liability coverage RLP.
- If
renter does not purchase Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) they are responsible for
full value of vehicle.
- CDW does not cover
theft and vandalism.
- Marathon Rent A Car
must verify that renter has collision and comprehensive coverage that transfers
to Marathon Rent A Car "high end" vehicles.
- We
do not sell CDW on exotic cars.
Renters Liability Protection (RLP)
RLP- Which amends the rental contract to include statutorily mandated minimum
liability limits so they can legally drive a car in California. Please contact
a Marathon Rent A Car agent for RLP daily rates.
Supplemental Liability Insurance (SLI)
SLI amends the rental contract to include excess auto liability coverage up to
$1million to cover personal assets. Please contact a Marathon Rent A Car agent
for SLI daily rates. Collision Damage
Waiver (CDW) In California the renter
is liable for all damage to a Marathon Rent A Car vehicle including loss that
is due to renters fault. The renter is also liable for the loss of use of the
vehicle (revenue lost while the vehicle is being repaired).
Renters may purchase CDW which relieves them of all financial responsibility for
loss or damage to the Marathon Rent A Car car as long as they comply with the
terms of the rental agreement. In California, CDW does not relieve the renter
for theft resulting from failure to use ordinary care. Cost of CDW will vary by
car, group and rate. Please check with a Marathon Rent A Car agent for details.
If you have rental car coverage through
your personal insurance or charge card, CDW offers maximum protection while your
personal insurance or charge card coverage may contain a deductible. If you have
any questions, check with your insurance provider.
Personal Accident Coverage (PAC) PAC
provides medical expense benefits to the renter and all passengers in a Marathon
Rent A Car vehicle. The renter is covered 24 hours a day during the rental for
the following: - $1500 medical coverage
for injuries due to an accident
- $250 for
ambulance expense
One Way Rentals
- One way rentals are available
within the United States.
- One way rentals
are based on availability and a one way service charge.
- Check
with a Marathon Rent A Car agent for details.
Additional Drivers: Complete an additional
driver form, present a valid driver's license, be at least 21 years of age, and
present a Marathon Rent-A-Car honored charge card.
Additional driver Charges There is
a $5 per day charge for additional drivers at Marathon Rent A Car
Rates and Currency Rates are in U.S.
dollars Marathon Rent A Car also offers
special negotiated rates for: - Corporate
- Associations
- Government
- Meetings, Conventions, Weddings
- Production and Studio Rentals
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