Welcome, Carhire3000 is delighted to offer its customers a range of free upgrades and special offers around the world.  For example, when you book a economy class car in selected destinations you could receive a free upgrade to a compact class car. 

Take a look at the destinations below to see where we currently have offers - and these change regularly so it’s always worth checking back with us! 

Where free upgrades are not available, you can always upgrade your car from as little as €2 a day - simply follow this link to make a quote and see what cars are available at your chosen location.

Exclusive GPS packages

At selected locations we are now offering you the opportunity to upgrade to a Premium Package with guaranteed GPS unit. So whether you need to find the easiest way to Orlando’s theme parks or you want to explore the Rocky Mountains, this special package will guarantee you a much sought-after GPS unit at a reduced rate.

This option is currently available in Canada, USA and Ireland.

For customers travelling to Germany, France, Holland, Switzerland, Austria, Belgium or Luxembourg we also offer a number of cars with built in satellite navigation.  All the relevant car types and choices will be clearly displayed when you make a quote online. Read more...

Free additional driver

At selected locations around the world, our customers can now add an additional driver onto their booking for no additional charge – ideal when you want to be able to share the driving over a long journey or even if you want to simply add your partner in case of emergency.

This option is currently available in France, Portugal, Australia, Turkey, Greece, Czech Republic, Romania, Austria, Cyprus, Croatia, Italy, South Africa and Spain.

3 days for the price of 2

This February we are delighted to offer 3 days car hire for the price of 2 at selected destinations around the world, including selected locations in France, Spain and the Czech Republic.

Please note that this offer is only available on selected vehicles

Zero excess insurance

To give you peace of mind and enable you to budget in advance, our customers can now book special car hire packages which include zero excess insurance - meaning, in the case of an accident you're covered, with no excess to pay. 

And we’ve gone out of our way to ensure this doesn’t cost the earth – in fact in many destinations this is one of the most cost-effective options.

This option is currently available in Spain, Cyprus and South Africa

Prestige vehicles in the UK

If you are after something a little more special, we also offer a range of luxurious prestige vehicles from 11 airport locations around the UK. Our prestige fleet includes the following vehicles:

Mini Cooper
Mercedes Benz E Class
Mercedes Benz SLK
Jaguar XF
Audi A4 Cabriolet
Audi TT Roadster
Porsche Boxster

For more information, please follow this link

Verona tickets special discount

Carhire3000.ie is delighted to have teamed up with Verona Ticket to offer its customers exclusive discounts on events and performances throughout Verona.

Using their exclusive online ticket booking system, you can now pre order tickets to attend world renowned events and performances at stunning venues throughout Verona.  Simply choose an event, when you want to see it and pre-book online it’s as simple as that.

For full listings of current and future events and performances, please follow this link.

And now, especially for Carhire3000 customers, Verona Ticket are offering an exclusive discount of 4€ per booking off all events.

To qualify for this discount, choose the event you want to book and then simply enter your unique booking code E09CC30 into the box titled “COUPON CODE” at the bottom of the reservation page.

Offers in Ireland

GPS packages in Ireland

We are now offering an exclusive car hire package in Ireland which includes a much sought-after GPS. This represents excellent value for money for our customers, with a substantial discount on hiring locally.

Free upgrade in the Channel Islands

Free upgrades are now available at selected locations in Jersey and Guernsey. If you are picking up a car before 31st March 2010.

Offers in Cyprus

Additional driver offer

Customers booking with us for Cyprus can now share the driving and add an additional driver onto their booking for no additional charge.  Available at selected locations throughout Cyprus.

Zero excess insurance in Cyprus

To give you peace of mind and enable you to budget in advance, customers can now book special car hire packages which include zero excess insurance - meaning, in the case of an accident you're covered, with no excess to pay. 

Free upgrades in Germany

We are delighted to offer free upgrades at selected locations in Germany for pickups until the 31st March 2010..

Portugal Offers

Additional driver offer in Portugal

Customers booking with us for Portugal can now share the driving and add an additional driver onto their booking for no additional charge.  Available at selected locations throughout Portugal.

Additional driver offer in Australia

Customers booking with us for Australia can now share the driving and add additional driver onto their booking for no additional charge. Available at selected locations throughout Australia.

Free GPS hire in Australia

Make sure you enjoy your visit to Australia and make the most of every moment you spend there. Don’t waste time getting lost, enjoy the sights that Australia has to offer with FREE GPS hire on selected vehicles for pick ups until the 31st March 2010

Additional driver offer in Turkey

Customers booking with us for Turkey can now share the driving and add additional driver onto their booking for no additional charge. Available at selected locations throughout Turkey.

Free upgrades in Morocco

We are delighted to offer free upgrades at selected locations in Morocco for pick ups between the 1st February and 28th February.

Please note that these are examples of our current Morocco upgrades but the type of upgrade is likely to vary by location and pick up date. Available upgrades will be clearly indicated during the booking process

Free upgrades in Hungary

We are delighted to offer a variety of free upgrades at selected locations in Hungary for pick ups until 28 February.

Additional driver offer in the Czech Republic

Customers booking with us for the Czech Republic can now share the driving and add additional driver onto their booking for no additional charge. Available at selected locations throughout the Czech Republic.

Free upgrades in Greece

We are delighted to offer free upgrades at selected locations in Greece for pick ups until the 31st March 2010.

Additional driver offer in Greece

Customers booking with us for Greece can now share the driving and add additional driver onto their booking for no additional charge. Available at selected locations throughout Greece.

Additional driver offer in Romania

Customers booking with us for Romania can now share the driving and add additional driver onto their booking for no additional charge. Available at selected locations throughout Romania.

Additional driver offer in Croatia

Customers booking with us for Croatia can now share the driving and add additional driver onto their booking for no additional charge. Available at selected locations throughout Croatia.

Free upgrades in Mexico

We are delighted to offer a variety of free upgrades at selected locations in Mexico for pick ups until 23rd March for bookings made by the 28th February 2010.

Special Packages in South Africa

For more carefree driving in South Africa, we are delighted to be able to offer special packages at very competitive prices which include zero excess insurance - meaning, in the case of an accident you're covered, with no excess to pay. Terms and conditions apply.

Additional driver offer in South Africa

Customers booking with us for South Africa can now share the driving and add additional driver onto their booking for no additional charge. Available at selected locations throughout South Africa with Thrifty.

Car hire offers in Spain

Free upgrade in Spain

We are delighted to offer free upgrades at selected locations in Spain for pickups until 11th February 2010.

Additional driver offer in Spain

Customers can now share the driving and add additional driver onto their booking for no additional charge. Available at selected locations throughout Spain

Special Packages in Spain

To give you peace of mind and enable you to budget in advance, customers can now book special car hire packages at selected locations across Spain which include zero excess insurance and a free additional driver.

Additional driver offer in France

Customers booking with us for France can now share the driving and add an additional driver onto their booking for no additional charge. Available at selected locations throughout France.

Ski packs France

Heading to France this winter for a skiing holiday... highlights for skiers include Mont Blanc the highest mountain in the Alps and the dramatic setting that is the Trois Vallées region. Whether you are feeling adventurous or in need of some much needed rest and recuperation... France can offer you it all! For those in need of a thrill there is a wide range of winter sports for you to enjoy such as skiing, snowboarding or even ice climbing. However, if you want to take it easy and relax then how about spa day?

French ski packs which include snow chains, ski racks and a free additional driver are now available for picks ups from the 1st December until 30th April 2010 at the following locations:

Lyon airport
Nice airport
Marseille airport
Montpellier airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle airport
SBiarritz airport and rail station
Chambery airport
Geneva airport (French side)
Grenoble airport and rail station
Toulon airport
Toulouse airport
Valence rail station

Winter extras in Switzerland

To make your trip to Switzerland more comfortable, we now offer packages which include free snow tyres and a free pair of snow chains! This offer is available on selected vehicles, but you must hurry because numbers are limited and this offer is very popular.

Additional driver offer in Austria

Customers booking with us for Austria can now share the driving and add additional driver onto their booking for no additional charge. Available at selected locations throughout Austria.

Winter offers in Scandinavia

Get seasonal in Scandinavia

Scandinavia is a popular winter destination and a great place to enjoy seasonal festivities, visiting this unique part of Europe is an unforgettable experience. Scandinavia has a range of activities and sightseeing opportunities for everyone whether you want to gaze up at the world famous Northern lights or go skiing and snowboarding in Norway or Sweden you are guaranteed a magical holiday!

This winter Carhire3000 are delighted to announce that winter tyres are included as standard in Sweden, Finland, Norway and Iceland (Denmark optional extra). Tyres are available on all vehicles for picks ups until the 31st march 2010.

Free upgrades available in Denmark

Free upgrades are now available at selected locations across Denmark for pickups until the 31st March 2010.

Free upgrades available in Sweden

Free upgrades are now available at selected locations across Sweden for pickups until the 31st March 2010.

Free upgrades available in Finland

Free upgrades are now available at selected locations across Finland for pickups until the 31st March 2010.

Special offers in Italy

Free upgrade in Italy

We are delighted to offer free upgrades at selected airport destinations in Italy for pickups until 28th February 2010.

Free GPS hire in Italy

Find your way to your ski resort no time with FREE GPS hire on selected vehicles in Italy for pickups between the 18 January and the 20 March 2010

Winter extras in Italy

To make your trip to Italy more comfortable, we now offer packages which include free ski racks and a free pair of snow chains! This offer is available on selected vehicles, but you must hurry because numbers are limited and this offer is very popular.

Additional Driver Offer

You can now share the driving responsibilities and add an additional driver to your car hire at no extra cost. Available at selected locations in Italy.

Premium Package now available in Canada

At selected locations across Canada, we are now offering a special Premium Package which includes an additional driver (over 25 years) and a full tank of petrol.

Plus there is also now the option to upgrade to a Premium Package with guaranteed GPS unit. So whether you need to find the easiest way to Niagara Falls or you want to explore the Rocky Mountains, this special package will guarantee you much sought-after sat nav unit at a reduced rate.

Winter extras in Canada

If you are planning a winter holiday in Canada and are in need of some winter extras for your vehicle then you needn’t worry! Winter extras are available now at selected locations throughout Canada (for example Calgary and Vancouver). Perhaps you are driving your vehicle up to the Rockies and want to be prepared for every eventuality... snow chains and snow racks can help your journey run smoothly and are available from most pick up locations.

If you are interested in these winter extras in Canada, please specify in the “special requests” box during the booking process and, although we can’t guarantee availability of winter extras in these instances, we will endeavour to find you a supplier who can honour your request. Availability and costs depend on pick up location/supplier; extras must be paid for locally. Alternatively, speak to our reservations team and they will be happy to point you in the right direction. 

EXCLUSIVE Premium Package in the USA

At selected locations across the United States, we are now offering returning customers an exclusive Premium Package which includes an additional driver (over 25 years) and a full tank of petrol.

Plus there is also now the option to upgrade to a Premium Package with guaranteed GPS unit. So whether you need to find the easiest way to Orlando's theme parks or simply want to explore New England, this special package will guarantee you a much sought-after GPS unit at a reduced rate.

Winter extras in the USA

If you are planning a winter holiday in the USA and are in need of some winter extras for your vehicle then fear not! Winter extras are now available at selected locations in the USA (for example Los Angeles and San Francisco). Perhaps you are driving your vehicle to a snowy climate and want to be prepared for every eventuality... snow chains and snow racks can help your journey run smoothly and are available from selected locations.

If you are interested in these winter extras in the USA, please specify in the “special requests” box during the booking process and, although we can’t guarantee availability of winter extras in these instances, we will endeavour to find you a supplier who can honour your request. Availability and costs depend on pick up location/supplier; extras must be paid for locally. Alternatively, speak to our reservations team and they will be happy to point you in the right direction. 

Offers and prices are correct as of 02/02/10. Specified offers are valid for new bookings for displayed pick-up dates at selected locations and cannot be transferred to existing bookings. All offers are subject to availability and can be withdrawn without prior notice at any time. Restrictions regarding driver's age and other factors can affect offers. Standard terms and conditions apply. All upgrades and special offers will be clearly indicated during the car booking process. 3 days for the price of 2 offers are based on a 3 day rental price compared to a 2 day rental price.