Q:  Why are your rates so low at $35/day for a

      4x4 GEO Tracker?

A:  We know how to buy quality 4x4 vehicles at good

      prices and we pass this value on to you, our clients.

      We prefer to have lots of satisfied clients, albeit at

      less profit.

      We do have higher, but still very affordable,

      rental rates of $45/day during the high busy season

      of  Nov. 1 through April 30.  Still, all-inclusive!

      Still, a great deal!  

Q:  Do you have lower monthly rates for the

      GEO Tracker 4x4's?

A:  Yes.  If you rent for 28 consecutive days or

      more during the low season May 1 through

      October 31, the daily rate is $29 or about

      $875/month.

      Our monthly rate during the high season of

      Nov. 1 through April 30, is $39/day or 

      $1170/month.

Q.  What are the larger Suzuki Sidekick 4x4's, and

      what is the rate?

A:   The Suzuki 4x4's seat 4-5 persons, have 4 doors,

       are all automatic transmission, have more room for

       luggage behind the rear seat, many have luggage

       racks, and have more leg and head room.

       The Suzuki Sidekick 4x4's rent for $45/day during

       the low season, $55/day during the high season.

       The monthly rate (28 days or more) is $39/day

       low season, and $49/day high season.  Still all

       inclusive, and a great deal!

Q:  How much time in advance of our trip to Costa Rica

      do we need to make a reservation for one of your

      4x4 GEO Trackers?

A:  Reserve as early as you can.  Our 4x4's book up

      fast because of our low rates, excellent service,

      and quality maintained 4x4 vehicles.  The good

      word is out about us, so do not hesitate.

Q:  How do we find you and our 4x4 GEO Tracker

      and Cell Phone when we arrive in Costa Rica?

A:  We will be waiting for you outside Baggage Claim

      exit at the Airport with your 4x4 Tracker and Cell

      Phone.  We will be holding a small sign with your

      name on it.  We can also deliver to your Hotel.

      No charge if within one hour of the San Jose Airport.

Q:  What are your 4x4 GEO Trackers like?

A:  They are smaller, economical 4-wheel drive SUVs

      that get about 25 miles to a gallon of gasoline. 

      Gasoline is almost $5.00 per gallon here in

      Costa Rica.

      All of our 4x4's have CD players, air conditioning,

      seat 4 people, and are very well-maintained.

       Model years range from 1994 to 1999.

      All our 4x4's are pleasing to the eye and touch.

      The paint finish is good with no rust.  The tires have

      lots of tread, the seats are comfortable and adjust.

      Brakes, shocks, wipers, windows, sound system,

      and air conditioning are all in perfect working order.

      You will love your 4x4 GEO Tracker!

Q:  Do your vehicles have automatic or manual

      transmissions?

A:  We have both.  State your preference, and we'll do

      our best to see that you have the type you want.

      Our clients tell us that the manuals have a bit more

      power to navigate the steep hills, but the

      automatics are a little easier to drive.

Q:  When we are finished with our 4x4 rental,

      where do we bring the vehicle and cell phone?

A:  Simply drive to the airport to catch your

      flight, park the 4x4 in the departure airport parking

      lot, and leave the keys inside the glove box.

      We retrieve them later.  Convenient?  Yes!

Q:   If we have problems, what do we do?

A:   It is very unlikely you will have a problem, but if

       you do, just call us anytime 24/7 and we will

       deliver to you a replacement vehicle or cell phone

       at no charge, or make other suitable arrangements

       for you at our discretion.

Q:   Can we take our 4x4 rental into Panama or

       Nicaragua?  If so, what is the procedure?

A:   We are one of the few if not the only agency that

       allows our rental vehicles to go to Panama.

       We do not permit our vehicles to go to Nicaragua

       due to the dangerous conditions there.

       If you want to take your 4x4 vehicle outside

Q:   Is there a per minute charge to use the cell phone?

A:   No.  There are no limits to the time you can call or

       the number of calls you can make or receive in

       Costa Rica.  You can even receive international

       calls at no charge to you.  Calls made to the U.S or

       Canada are charged at a rate of only $0.35

       per minute using our calling cards.

       We give you your cell number before you leave for

       Costa Rica so you can be contacted from your

       home or office if needed.

Q:   Do you rent just the SIM cards to use my

       cell phone from  home in Costa Rica?

A:   Yes.  However many cell phones from countries

       outside Costa Rica are not "un-locked", or not

       compatible with the Costa Rica cell systems. 

       Be sure your cell is unlocked, and compatible,

       and it may work.  Our SIM Cards are $10/day.     

Q:    Who owns the "Rent a 4x4 In Costa Rica" Agency?

A:    We are an American-owned, independent, and

        privately-held 4x4 rental agency. 

        Dean C. Krieg, MBA is the sole owner who is 

        an American business man from Escanaba,

        Michigan.  He is providing a low price, all-

        inclusive 4x4 rental service to persons tired of the

        high rates, poor service, and frustration

        often encountered at the big-name,

        international car rental operations.

        Dean and his staff are committed to offering

        quality 4x4  rental vehicles, outstanding customer

        service, at low all-inclusive rates.

Q.    What insurance is included in this rate?

Q.    Is there a minimum rental period requirement?

A:    Yes.  To qualify for our very low quoted rates,

        there is a 7 day minimum rental period.

Q:    How much is the security deposit?

A:    We have the lowest security deposit in Costa

        Rica for auto and 4x4 rentals.  Its only $700.

        We also have a $50 gas deposit which allows

        you to return your 4x4 empty if that is convenient

        for you.

Q:   So exactly what is included in your all-inclusive

       daily rate? 

A:   Full coverage Insurance, all taxes, unlimited miles,

       free meet-and-greet delivery and pick up of your

       4x4 at the San Jose Airport or area hotel, a detailed

       road map of Costa Rica, 24/7 service, and the

       assurance of knowing we care about your travel

       experience in Costa Rica.

       We do have higher, but still very affordable,

Q:   Are there charges for any extra Services?

A:   If you want to take your 4x4 vehicle outside

       Costa Rica to Panama, there is a $1000

       fee to process the legal authorization papers

       required by the border control, and to pay the

       special government taxes.  We take care of all of

       this for you.  Our clients who have gone to

       Panama with our vehicles report

       smooth sailing with our provided documents.

       If you are flying into the Liberia Airport, there is a

       $190 delivery fee which also includes pick-up of

       your vehicle when you are finished.  Liberia is

       4 hours away from our fleet and our office in

       San Jose, but we do service Liberia.  The $190

       covers the cost of our employee and gasoline

       expenses.

Q:   How do we pay you for our rental?

A:   You can pay by bank or personal check, or cash

       at delivery.

       Many clients simply prefer to pre-pay their entire

       rental in advance.  This way, everything is already

       taken care of when you arrive in Costa Rica, and

       do not have to carry so much cash on their trip.

Q:  What is your policy on cancellations?

 A:  To complete and guarantee your reservation,

       we require an advanced rental deposit of between

       $100 or $200 depending on your rental term.

       You can make your deposit by check or direct

       deposit. This amount  is then deducted from your

       final rental payment.

       If you need to cancel your reservation, you can get

       a 100% refund of your deposit if you cancel at

       least 4 weeks before the first day of your

       reservation. 

Q.   Is it safe in Costa Rica?

A.   Yes, and no.  It is generaly safe in Costa Rica in

       terms of personal safety, BUT you have to

       use common sense.  Do not walk alone on dimly-lit

       streets late at night.  In terms of your valuable

       belongings, it is NOT safe.  Larceny is a big problem

       in Costa Rica ... especialy car theft!  Always

       park your 4x4 in a guarded secure garage, or on a

       street that has "watchmen".  They wear orange

       vests, and are along most parking streets.  You tip

       them 100 - 200 colones ($0.50 to $1.00) to watch

       your vehicle while you shop, dine, etc.

Q.   Is a soft top or a hard top 4x4 better?

A.   ALL our 4x4 vehicles are HARD-Tops.

       Most people prefer a hard top because they offer

       added security  for your belongings inside

       the vehicle.  Hard Tops also allow us to secure

       surf boards and luggage to the top of your 4x4.   

       Always park in guarded secure areas.

Q.   I may want to buy a vehicle after renting for a

       while.  Can I buy my 4x4 rental if I love it?

A.   Well, I can tell you right now, you will love your

       4x4 GEO Tracker.  Yes, we do sometimes sell

       vehicles from our fleet.  I buy them very

       economicaly, and can pass these savings on to my

       clients in the event they wish to buy their rental.

Q.   Are you affiliated with any other professionals,

       or businesses in Costa Rica?

A.   No.   We are an independently-operated,

       private 4x4 rental agency.  We can

       recommend various professionals for legal

       work, real estate, accomodations, and for other

       needs.  See our "Useful Website Links" page.

       I can also make recommendations by personal

       request.  No commisions are paid to me by anyone.

Q.   Can I meet you Dean for coffee or lunch to chat?

A.   This is perhaps my favorite question, and I get

       asked it often.  The answer is, "of course!".

       I am always happy to personaly meet any of my

       clients who rent from us.  We can talk about life and

       doing business in Costa Rica, practice some

       Spanish, or  discuss whatever is on your mind.

       "Con Mucho Gusto!" (with much pleasure!).

        My cell phone number in Costa Rica is 366.5128

Q.   Can you provide somebody to take us on a tour?

A.    If time permits, on occasion I permit one of

        my native Costa Rican employees who have

        lived in CR all their life,  to take clients on personal

        tours.  Prices are on a case by case basis

        depending on the needs and preferences.

        All of our staff speak fluent English and Spanish.

        Just ask.

Q.    I am looking to invest in Real Estate in Costa Rica.

        Can you put me in touch with an honest and

        reliable Real Estate Broker?

A.    I do know a person who I have dealt with before,

        who has dealt straight, fair, and effectively with

        me and those I refer to him.  He speaks perfect

        English.  I can pass along his name and contact

        information upon request.

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