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EUROPCAR OFFERS CUSTOMERS LUXURY CARS THROUGH JOINT VENTURE WITH CITY INTER-RENT

13/06/02

Europcar, the international car rental company has launched a joint initiative with luxury car rental firm City Inter-Rent to offer customers a wide range of prestige vehicles. The agreement augments Europcar's current range, enabling customers in the UK to now hire specialist, sports and performance cars.

With an extensive collection of vehicles, all less than six months old, clients can choose from a luxurious portfolio that includes Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari, Lotus, Aston Martin, Porsche, Jaguar and Bentley. Customers looking for these top of the range vehicles through Europcar simply dial 0870 444 1331 to enquire about availability or make a reservation.

Paul Fleming, UK Managing Director, Europcar commented; "We have found that a growing number of our customers require specialist luxury cars for their private and professional lives. With a high standard of professionalism and service, together with a comprehensive portfolio of vehicles, City Inter-Rent were the ideal partners for this joint initiative."

City Inter-Rent Director, David Cooke said; "Europcar is one of the leading car rental companies in the UK. This joint venture enables us to maximise our customer base whilst continuing to provide a quality driven service offering high performance cars at competitive rates. We differentiate ourselves through the number of vehicles available, allowing Europcar customers to obtain our prestige cars when requested."

City Inter-Rent have two show rooms based in London's Bayswater and Canary Wharf. The luxury cars will be available throughout the UK via a delivery service.

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Notes to Editors: -

Europcar is a wholly owned subsidiary of Volkswagen A.G. With 2650 worldwide locations in 118 countries and a fleet of 200,000 vehicles, Europcar is one of the world's leading car rental companies. Please visit their website for further information on www.europcar.co.uk

For further information please contact: -

Rebecca Johnson
Ogilvy PR Worldwide
Tel: 020 7309 1280
Email: rebecca.johnson@uk.ogilvypr.com

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