Annie T. - 11-15-2004 at 11:11 AM
I know I should know the answer to this, but sometimes I just don't pay attention. If we rent a car in La Paz do we need (want) to buy insurance or
does it come with the rental? I think I just figured it out. If we had to buy Mexican insurance on our own car because our US ins. didn't work south
of the border, I guess we will have to buy it for a rental. Correct?
elgatoloco - 11-15-2004 at 11:50 AM
Si.!
BajaGrrls - 11-15-2004 at 12:40 PM
I would say check the rental policy. Some (although I'm not sure which companies) may come with basic coverage and you'll only need additional
insurance to protect your things. I remember reading in a travel magazine that making sure you're not paying twice for insurance that is included is
one of the easiest ways to save money. I always check now.
While I think it's always better to be on the safe side, I for one can think of better ways to spend the extra money.
expat2B - 11-15-2004 at 02:14 PM
The small Nissan sedan we rented from Thrifty at the La Paz airport included basic liability coverage, not unlike the default coverage you'd get in a
State-sde rental. Before we left for our trip, I double-checked with AAA who advised us that insurance through a separate carrier wasn't necessary
for a Mexico-based rental car.
Anonymous - 11-15-2004 at 02:48 PM
It is imperative that you buy the loss waiver coverage. None of your US coverage is valid in Mexico making you personally liable for the damage
occurring to the vehicle.