Over €1,000 in disputed damages and no photos from vehicle pick-up
Extremely negative experience with TRIO Rent a Car at Bucharest Băneasa Airport.
When I returned the vehicle, I was charged for three alleged damages totalling over €1,000, which I formally dispute having caused during my rental period.
What concerns me most is that, when I requested evidence to compare the condition of the vehicle before and after the rental, TRIO confirmed to me in writing that they do not have photographs taken at the time the vehicle was handed over to me. They do, however, have photographs taken at the end of the rental showing the alleged damages.
I also had to contact them several times to obtain the complete photographic documentation required by my insurance company.
The handling of the security deposit was also problematic. Two separate pre-authorisations were made, the first for an incorrect lower amount and then a second one, and I am still waiting for confirmation regarding the complete release of these deposits.
Fortunately, I had purchased full insurance coverage, so I expect to recover any amount ultimately charged through my insurance. However, this does not change my main concern: I do not consider it acceptable to be held responsible for more than €1,000 in alleged damages when there is no photographic record of the vehicle's condition at the time it was handed over to me.
The matter is still ongoing. I will update this review once the damage charge, insurance reimbursement and release of the security deposits have been fully resolved.
Based on my experience, I would not rent from TRIO again and I cannot recommend this company.








