The company upgraded us to a Mercedes Sprinter. The vehicle was very large, and having never driven such a big car before, I was quite nervous.

They provided us with a car labeled Apollo, but the overall service was very attentive. The introduction was detailed. Very good.

When I arrived, a staff member tried to push a $570 full insurance plan, which I declined. Then, they said that apart from a $3400 deposit, there would be an additional $268 bank fee, allegedly a fee imposed by the bank for handling the deposit. They mentioned that if any problems arise with the rental car and I haven't purchased full insurance, the repair costs would be deducted from the deposit, and each deduction would incur an additional $268 fee. After hearing this, I immediately called QEEQ customer service. The first two times I called, they insisted that the fee couldn't be waived and that I should pay it upfront and seek reimbursement after returning the car. The third time, they said QEEQ would reimburse me after I return the car. By the fourth call, I pointed out that this charge wasn't in the contract and refused to rent the car. An hour later, they said the fee would be waived and that I could return to pay the deposit and take the car. But would I trust such a blatantly dishonest company? From 8 AM to 3 PM, I argued this issue. The $268 fee might have been waived, but now I'd be worried that they'd find more ways to scam me out of the $3400 deposit. Imagining that, I decided not to rent from them. So, I told QEEQ customer service that I wouldn't rent from them due to these reasons. Of course, they didn't refund the over $700 I already paid. Charging me $570 for insurance and adding absurd $268 per-transaction fees on a $700 rental for 21 days? Clearly a scam. In conclusion: Apollo RV company is a scam from top to bottom. $700 lost is better than losing $3400. Avoid them at all costs.

They recommend some additional paid activities. When returning the car, make sure it's clean. Otherwise, the cleaning fee is quite expensive at 75 AUD.

It's okay.