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JUCY Rentals has mixed reviews from customers. Customers particularly appreciate service and great value, though some mention concerns about customer service and expensive.

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Extremely Disappointing Experience with…

Extremely Disappointing Experience with JUCY – Safety & Hygiene Concerns Ignored Unfortunately fell far below the standards we expected, especially having had a great experience hiring in the past. From the outset, the vehicle presented multiple serious issues: Rear Suspension: Constant squeaking that made us question the safety and roadworthiness of the van. Black Mould: There were visible mould stains and patches of black mould inside the vehicle. Completely unacceptable in any rental, and downright dangerous for my partner, who has a respiratory condition and is highly sensitive to mould. Rear Doors: Both rear doors were extremely difficult to open, adding to our frustrations. We contacted your after-hours support line on Day 1 and requested a vehicle swap. We were not advised that this was even an option, leaving us stuck with a substandard and potentially unsafe vehicle for the entire trip. When returning the van, we again raised our concerns and were told by your staff that we should be entitled to compensation. We’re still awaiting confirmation on this. They also mentioned that mould stains are to be expected in a vehicles in Cairns. This experience was both disappointing and unacceptable, not just due to the condition of the vehicle, but the lack of support we received during the hire. We sincerely hope JUCY takes this feedback seriously. We will not be hiring from JUCY again unless there is a clear improvement in vehicle maintenance, hygiene, and customer care.

EF
Too stressful to enjoy our holiday

The vehicles available are in a shocking and unsafe condition. We had to change vehicle halfway through our trip and only receives a measly sum in compensation. We have since been charged for an AA call out with a dead battery. The battery had to be replaced two days after this callout. The mechanic, upon seeing the battery, highlighted that this was in fact the wrong battery for the vehicle! Please avoid!

zp
A Near-Death Experience – Do NOT Rent from JUCY

We put our trust in JUCY when we hired a campervan for a winter trip through New Zealand, expecting a roadworthy vehicle that could handle the harsh seasonal conditions. What we got instead was a complete disaster that nearly cost us our lives. From day one, the van proved to be dangerously unfit for the road. We lost control multiple times on straight, de-iced roads — and it wasn’t just us. A local road worker pulled us aside to tell us flat out: this vehicle should never have been on the road. That’s not just disappointing — that’s criminal negligence. The mechanical and structural issues were endless: The roof leaked, soaking our bed and sleeping gear. The hose for draining grey water was broken, leaving us stuck with stagnant waste. The shower was completely non-functional. Worst of all: there was a GAS LEAK. That’s not just an inconvenience — that’s a serious, potentially deadly hazard. This wasn’t just a bad experience. It ruined our trip. We had no choice but to cut it short and return home early after what can only be described as a near-death experience. JUCY’s negligence, lack of maintenance, and disregard for customer safety is unacceptable. Do not trust JUCY with your safety or your holiday. They clearly do not inspect or care for their vehicles properly. This company is an absolute disgrace and should be held accountable before someone actually dies.

Overall avoid!

Pros - Cheapest big company van rental (but you get what you pay for), staff are friendly, with the extra insurance check out and in very easy and quick (in hindsight too quick didn't really tell us how to make the bed etc), they paid for a replacement gasmate bbq when ours broke, you can stand up in the van Cons - very poor build quality and space lay-out. The van is massive but they utilise the space so so poorly. No clothes storage. No bin. Gas BBQ is in a box you have to take out every time (unlike other vans we have rented where its just a pull out draw. Bed is a massive massive faff to make everything. It involves removing a 3 part table and then rearranging loads of cushions before putting a sheet on. Again other vans just utilise the space way way better!

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SN
1 out of 5 stars

Forced to wait in the parking lot for 9 HOURS to pick up my rental!!!

I was forced to wait to pick up my van for 9 HOURS! There were long lines at a practically unmanned counter. There were many people with later reservations that were able to pick up there rentals hours before I did, despite arriving at 9am and being one of the first people to check in. Customer service would not say how long it would take for the van to be ready, forcing me to literally wait in the parking lot and waiting room instead of at least going back in the city for the day. Due to this extremely unorganized business and absolutely terrible customer service, I lost a significant portion of an already short vacation. Companies like this are supposed to be in the tourism business. There is absolutely no excuse to not be able to deliver their service at a time when it is known tourists will rely on them the most. This business is absolutely horrible.

Date of experience: January 5, 2025

BC
1 out of 5 stars

Au secours.

Au secours. Jucy est une business compagny. Prenez des actions de l'entreprise mais ne louez pas chez ces gens là. Quand vous arrivez dans l'agence avec vos sacs a 15000km de chez vous, vous êtes piégés et ca commence : La clé perdue coute 1000AUD, pas de double ca rapporte pas. Bim. Le véhicule avit un défaut de paralélisme, des pneus arrieres lisses, cirés pour faire joli mais lisses quand même, nous avons du faire demi tour a Mossman changer l'itinéraire et perdre 2 jours, aucun remboursement possible, la maison ne rembourse pas. Frigo cassé, coussins sales, rideaux manquants, retour anticipé pour nos pieds, sieges de camping d'enfants et cassées, zip de penthouse cassé... Fuyez, JUCY c'est pas des gens biens.

Date of experience: January 2, 2025

DA
5 out of 5 stars

All the staff Is so friendly and kind

All the staff Is so friendly and kind

Date of experience: January 2, 2025

K

Kim

US

2 out of 5 stars

Really unprofessional experience :( we…

Really unprofessional experience :( we will not be booking again and do not recommend! We booked our Jucy condo via a travel agency with insurance. Only to found out we had to pay a $500 NZ deposit because we did not pay for their insurance. During our trip one of The emergency lights went on, which caused a lot of trouble, we did not feel comfortable driving the vehicle. It made us feel very unease, not something you want during a trip you have been dreaming of and paid a lot of money for! The staff in Queenstown was very friendly and ended up helping us and made us feel comfortable. The condo itself was really old, price quality is not okay.

Date of experience: December 28, 2024

RG
5 out of 5 stars

Awesome service

Awesome service, easy and simple process for renting a vehicle.

Date of experience: December 18, 2024

WC
5 out of 5 stars

Very satisfied

Excellent service. Staff was very warm, informative and accommodating. Price was very reasonable, vehicle condition was well maintained , a very enjoyable experience. Will definitely use your service in the future.

Date of experience: December 15, 2024

SG
1 out of 5 stars

Very unprofessional staff and unhappy…

Very unprofessional staff and unhappy customer experience: 1. Staff notifying us nothing about how clean the toilet cassette should be and we were charged with a whopping $250 fine for a bit of shit stuck on the cassette lid. It was some very expensive shit. Probably pricier than gold weight wise. 2. We tried to dispute the matter but the staff at their branch were very indifferent and kicked the ball to their feedback team, which can only be approached through email. They contacted us a week later, stating that we can take the matter further to external investigation if not happy. I’m going to report to NZ commerce commission and I encourage everyone who’s not happy with them to do the same. Their bad practice needs to be exposed, and they seem to have a bad reputation for ripping off overseas tourists. The charges normally come when the tourists have left the country but we are NZers and we have the time to fight them, if any tourists got ripped off I suggest go to NZ commerce commission to file a complaint. I believe with enough complaints the company will have to pay a fine or at least offer better service for fear of consequences. 3. Overall we didn’t enjoy the camper trip much because the rental fee, plus the insurance, plus the petrol cost caused by these petrol guzzlers (yes their rentals are thirsty, like the company) and the unpredictable fine, it’s seriously worth considering getting a rental car and pay for comfortable motels. We did our maths afterwards and if you do yours you may be surprised. Plus a car is easier and safer to drive on NZ roads, we got stuck somewhere on a remote road because the van was too heavy to pull itself up a moderate slope and we had to wait for hours to get road rescue. 4. Juicy rentals was acquired by some Polar Capital after Covid so I guess their priority is to squeeze as much money as they can from tourists knowing they have close to none information on consumer rights here. If you’ve been ripped off as well, get busy with reporting their unfair trading behaviours to Consumer NZ, Commerce Commission, talking to Stuff news, calling them out on their social media, asking for help from Citizen Advice, etc. let’s not be the silent majority and let the NZ trip leave a bad taste in your mouth, because most NZers care about justice, and you need to let them know, so they can speak up for you as well. Hope everyone enjoys NZ and get their justice

Date of experience: December 12, 2024

A
1 out of 5 stars

No shuttle pick up had to take taxi and…

No shuttle pick up had to take taxi and get refunded.

Date of experience: December 10, 2024

yk
1 out of 5 stars

Extremely Disappointed with Jucy…

Extremely Disappointed with Jucy Rentals – Poor Service and Vehicle Quality We rented a Jucy Condo expecting a reliable and comfortable experience, but it turned out to be one of the most frustrating rentals we’ve ever had. 1. Unfair Pricing: • We booked our rental months in advance for 321 NZD per day, only to discover that the same vehicle is now available for 231 NZD per day for the same rental period. • The price drop was so significant that canceling and paying the 20% cancellation fee would have been cheaper than keeping the original booking. When we contacted customer support, they simply dismissed our concerns and refused to make any adjustments. 2. Long Wait and Poor Support: • At check-in, we waited over two hours to pick up the vehicle. • Once we got the keys, the staff provided no explanation of how the vehicle worked, and we had to return to the branch later to get basic instructions. 3. Dirty and Poorly Maintained Vehicle: • The vehicle was dirty when we received it, with cobwebs inside. • The toilet and grey water tank had not been emptied, leaving us to clean out other people’s waste—a completely unacceptable start to our trip. • The water tank wasn’t full, and the electric cable had a tear, which posed a potential safety issue. 4. Broken Features: • The curtains are broken, so light comes in during the night, making it hard to sleep. • The rooftop window is stuck and covered in mold, which is both inconvenient and unhygienic. • The left-side speaker doesn’t work, which made long drives less enjoyable. We paid a premium price and expected premium service, but what we received was subpar in every way. The lack of professionalism, poor vehicle condition, and refusal to address pricing concerns left us deeply disappointed. If you’re considering renting with Jucy, think twice. Make sure to double-check their pricing closer to your travel dates and inspect the vehicle thoroughly before accepting it. We regret our decision to rent from them and hope they take these issues seriously for the sake of future customers.

Date of experience: December 9, 2024

YZ
5 out of 5 stars

Good customer service

Good customer service

Date of experience: December 8, 2024

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