Car rental in Cuba
What prices can one expect for car rental in Cuba? On the Internet it seems ridiculously expensive, are there better deals locally? Is it possible to rent child car seats (and how much would it cost)? Are there any unusual things about car rental in Cuba?
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Yes, car rental is expensive compared with USA. Generally the rentals start at 60 CUC ~ 70 USD per day with this car (Hyundai Atos 2009):
Plus the insurance is around 300 USD, returnable at the end of the contract if you don't have any issue.
There are others alternatives, like renting a car to a natural citizen. In this link you can see the Cuban version of Craigslist.
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Can tourists rent cars in Cuba?
You\xb4ll need a valid driver\xb4s license \u2013 it doesn't have to be an international driving license -, your passport, and a credit card that works in Cuba. You will also need to be 21 years old or older to sign a contract with the car rental company.Are cars free in Cuba?
The government has allowed pre-revolutionary cars to be bought and sold freely for several decades. In the past, nicer cars were reserved for doctors, Communist officials, sports stars, and the like. However, as of 2011, Cubans have been permitted to buy and sell cars freely.Can I get a car from Cuba?
In October, Cuba legalized the sale and purchase of automobiles for all citizens. Now, Cubans who leave the island permanently can transfer ownership of their car to a relative or sell it outright. Previously, Cuba could seize the vehicles of those who emigrated.Are there no new cars in Cuba?
Today, Cubans are once again allowed to buy and sell cars among themselves, and some automakers such as Audi, Mercedes, and BMW offer new cars for sale in Havana and other Cuban cities. Unfortunately, most Cubans can't afford them, so they continue to drive classic cars whether they are in good shape or not.How much do cars cost in Cuba? And how much to rent a car ?
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