VWFS Rent-a-Car - Ipswich Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

Unit 2 South Area, Farthing Road, Farthing Road, IP15AP Ipswich, GB


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you Channon and Paul for a first class service as usual. We have rented a car from VWFS on numerous occasions and have never had any problems always getting a car that meet our needs. Channon a... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience start to finish. Though the deposit was high but at least they took a debit card which was ideal in my case.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Shannon and Paul could not have been more helpful throughout the whole process. We were struggling to find a suitable car to take to France through other national companies. We came across VWFS and p... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I chose VWFS for their transparency in pricing - the quote didn't spiral out of control with lots of hidden add on charges. Although I booked after office hours on a Friday I got exactly the car I exp... See more

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Company details

  1. Car Rental Agency
  2. Car Leasing Service
  3. Van Rental Agency

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We make renting a vehicle simple. Whether you're looking for a car, van or campervan, it's easy to book with us. Browse our top-quality Volkswagen Group vehicles online now and collect from a local retailer. VWFS Rent-a-Car, Simple-as-That.


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  • Unit 2 South Area, Farthing Road, Farthing Road, IP15AP, Ipswich, United Kingdom

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service

Fantastic, friendly and helpful service. Needed a car to take on holiday whilst own was in for MoT; brand new car supplied at a very competitive rate.

September 22, 2022
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Thanks!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience with this company

Great experience with this company. Needed a car with a bigger boot for a festival.

Booked online and the car was ready for pick up at the agreed time.

No fuss with the paperwork and no issues dropping the car back a few hours earlier than planned.

Would use this company again.

August 25, 2022
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Thanks!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great price

Great service, very competitive price and nice car. Very happy to keep using them again and again.

August 17, 2022
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Thanks! :)

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Me & my family went to pick up our car…

Me & my family went to pick up our car which we had pre booked for hire at the Ipswich branch. We had previously used this company on two other occasions & found them good.
On this occasion tho, we arrival at the Reception, the employee greeted as like he should. Then asked " how could he help".... I replied "we have come to pick up our car which we have booked with yourselves". Then the look on his face then said it all!!! He then said " I'm not expecting no collections today!" "Im just here filling in for someone"! "I haven't got a clue were to start on this side of this business "!!! We really didnt want to hear that as we had preplanned everything. We felt really let down. The employee did do very well considering tho, i felt very sorry for him to be put in a position of which he really didnt have a clue.... He finally got help after making lots of phone calls. Very slowly he got things rolling.... Next we was taken outside to our hire car. The car was covered in bird poo & it was dirty inside too! The employee did apologise. we had no choice, but to take it. I drove it home & gave the car a wash, a hover out & then sanitized it.... On returning the car back, the office said it was closed displaying a very small note in the window. It said go over to the main car showroom to return keys ect. After going over there no one seemed to know whos job that was!!! After been told to wait, about 30 minutes later someone finally came over and done all the necessary paperwork & checked over the car. We really felt let down on the whole experience of using this company. I am due to hire another car in October!!! SAY KNOW MORE ..... MR SADLER....

August 9, 2022
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Hi Mark, thanks very much for taking the time to provide this feedback. We apologise for the staff issues at this location and for your disappoint with the customer service that your received on this occasion. We are currently looking into this further for you and someone will be in touch with you directly to discuss and offer our apologies. We really hope to see you again soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant service as always

Brilliant service as always. Honestly the best car rental service aound. Great value for money, Great choice of cars and exemplary customer service. Faultless!

July 28, 2022
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Thanks for your review!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Simple

Simple, straightforward, hassle free experience.
Front of house, Paul was a credit to his company and a pleasure to deal with. Will definitely use again and recommend to all.

July 22, 2022
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Thanks James!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Paul is excellent

Paul is excellent. First rate service.

July 18, 2022
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Thanks An!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service! Efficient and friendly staff - would definitely choose VW Rentals to hire from again... Thank u 🙂

July 12, 2022
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Thanks Lorna!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent!

Great all round service and nice vehicles. Everything you would expect from VW.

July 9, 2022
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Thank you Patrick :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super service - 5*

Booked based on 5* review and was not disappointed. Clean car, exactly as described- pick up location good and customer service super.

May 12, 2022
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Thanks!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service! So much easier than renting from the airport. I needed a car while visiting family in England and will certainly rent from this office again.
Thank you!

April 10, 2022
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Great to hear, Susan!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Booking and collection process very…

Booking and collection process very easy to do. Customer service was great and when I needed to extend my rental, couldn’t be more helpful.

March 29, 2022
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Lovely feedback, thanks Dave :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service, and extremely good value compared to other rental companies in the area.
Friendly staff & hassle free collection & Return

February 1, 2022
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That's great to hear, thanks for your review!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sensitive Period for me

This was a very sensitive time for me due to my husband passing away. Having had a mobility vehicle which I could no longer drive. I needed a vehicle quickly while scourcing one for myself. Paul was extremely helpful and understanding. Excellent service all round with collection and return. I would have no hesitation in using again if needed and would certainly recommend to others.

November 30, 2021
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Hi there, thanks very much for your kind review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service, No hassle. I will be using vwfs again.

November 29, 2021
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Thanks Dale for the great review!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service from Paul Whatmore

Excellent service from the Ipswich branch, a special shoutout to Paul Whatmore who made the renting process a stress free experience. Communication with Paul has been fast and efficient and we had such a new and reliable car to rent and take us places. Paul is very knowledgeable and honest in his trade and we will come back again. Thanks again Paul

November 3, 2021
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Hi Aidah, thanks very much for your great review!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hired a car whilst mine was being repaired

Hired a car whilst mine was being repaired. Reception was prompt and courteous and paperwork was explained clearly. When I returned the car the hand over was again prompt and staff friendly and courteous. Would not hesitate to use again and recommend to others.

October 21, 2021
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Amazing, that's great to hear - thanks!

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