How Do I Get a Refund Zipcar?

Renting a Zipcar is an alternative to buying or renting a car and has some perc's that go along with it, such as gas and insurance included in the fee. When you rent a Zipcar you pay a certain amount for the hours you choose and will not get reimbursed for returning the car sooner. However, there are some things that you can get refunded for, such as having to pay to wash a dirty car, filling up windshield wiper fluid, or putting air in a tire that was low. Click here if you would like to speak to a Zipcar agent for more details.

You will find the answer to your question, "How do I get a refund Zipcar?" right here. Zipcar is a car-sharing company in America and a subsidiary of Avis Budget Group that can be used as an alternative to car rentals and ownership. Zipcar provides its members with automobile reservations, billable by the minute, hour, or day. Members can pay a flat rate, a monthly, or an annual fee in addition to paying car reservation charges. In return, members can get guaranteed parking, gas, and insurance included. Moreover, there are student rates available as well.

How do I get a refund Zipcar?

(Out of Pocket Expenses) Refunds

You will be reimbursed for out of pocket expenses that were incurred recently during your reservation. However, these expenses must first be pre-approved by a Zipcar agent. To speak to an agent now click here. You can also visit the Zipcar website and use the contact us button found at the bottom of the page or click on "refund request".

Valid Expenses include the following:

• Fuel if there was an issue with the gas card

• Transportation needed to reach another Zipcar in the event you are moved by a Zipcar agent to a vehicle that is not within walking distance

• Maintenance should your vehicle get a flat tire or run out of washer fluid

• Car wash for vehicles that are particularly dirty Things to Keep in Mind:

• You have 30 days from the day of purchase to submit a request for a refund

• If you are required to submit photos, they must clearly show the amount, date, and time of purchase

• If you are required to submit a receipt, such as a fuel receipt, it must show the final amount charged and not just a pre-authorized amount

• If you no longer have the receipt of purchase, you can submit a copy of your bank statement instead.

Can I Get a Refund For Returning Zipcar Early?

Many clients return a Zipcar early; however, the car-sharing service does not provide any discounts or money-back refunds for early returns. When you first book your Zipcar, you will be required to pay for the time you choose upfront and returning it early would not make it available for other users, so no matter when you decide to return the car, you will not be able to get a refund on the extra time. However, if you are late in dropping the car off, then you will be charged a late fee. Late fees start at around $50. If you think you will be late in returning a Zipcar, you can use the Zipcar app to try and extend your reservation, but if someone has already reserved the car after you, then you will not be able to get an extension on your time. If you need further assistance, click here to contact a Zipcar agent now.

Summary

Renting a Zipcar is an alternative to buying or renting a car and has some perc's that go along with it, such as gas and insurance included in the fee. When you rent a Zipcar you pay a certain amount for the hours you choose and will not get reimbursed for returning the car sooner. However, there are some things that you can get refunded for, such as having to pay to wash a dirty car, filling up windshield wiper fluid, or putting air in a tire that was low. Click here if you would like to speak to a Zipcar agent for more details.

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