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    4.3 (73)
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    4.3 (74)
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summer_creek

summer_creekSouth East Queensland, QLD

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Super comfortable car, great company. Strongly recommend!

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Vehicle TypeToyota Prado
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Australian 4WD Hire
Brand Manager A.Australian 4WD Hire

Thank you so much for your feedback, we are extremely pleased to hear that you enjoyed your hire and that the vehicle and equipment were well suited to your needs. We sincerely hope to see you back again soon for another 4WD adventure!

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Australian 4WD Hire! Why Not? I Did and Very Very Happy!

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I hired a short wheel base Jeep from Australian 4WD on Barter Card for 13 days.
I picked it up from their Opposite Lock branch at Rothwell.
Tony who was the staff member was most helpful both on pick up and drop off.
The car itself was clean and except for a bulb needed for a front left indicator could not be faulted.
A very good stereo as well was really appreciated and if need Bluetooth just go to the website Uconnect for connection instructions.
Would I hire again. Yes for sure.
Maybe a long wheel base next time as i am getting older ha ha. A bit more comfortable but purely a thought not an absolute need.
Thanks Australian 4wd.
Pete Johnson @ Bali Villa 4u.

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Australian 4WD Hire
Brand Manager A.Australian 4WD Hire
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Best Customer Service in Australia!

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Excellent

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Just returned from six days on Fraser Island with a hire 4WD from Australian 4WD Hire. The customer service was excellent and the vehicle provided (a late model Toyota Hilux) was incredible. It made the trip much more enjoyable having a vehicle you could rely on. The camping and 4WD gear provided with the hire was great, especially the fridge! Pick up and drop off was super easy. I would highly recommend using Australian 4WD Hire.

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Brand Manager A.Australian 4WD Hire

Hello Michael,
Thank you so much for your feedback, we are extremely pleased to hear that you enjoyed your hire and that the vehicle and equipment were well suited to your needs. We sincerely hope to see you back again soon for another 4WD adventure!

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Jess

JessPerth, WA

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Perfect I would highly recommend!! :)

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We used these guys back in Jan this year to use at Fraser Island and they were just what we were looking for. Their customer service was exceptional they treat you like family and we would definitely use these guys again and highly recommend. Thanks guys for helping our holiday one to remember! Regards Clint and Jess 2022

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Brand Manager A.Australian 4WD Hire

Thank you Jess! We are very glad that you enjoyed your hire and that our staff provided quality service, this is certainly our aim with all customers. We sincerely hope to see you back again for another 4WD adventure!

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Great multiple experiences with Australian 4wd

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I've used twice in the past 18 months for trips in central Australia and out of Darwin and been very happy with pre-organising side to the pick ups and returns.

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Vehicle TypeToyota Prado
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Australian 4WD Hire
Brand Manager A.Australian 4WD Hire

Hello Chris,
Thank you for your valued business and support, we are pleased you have enjoyed another hire with us and look forward to assisting on your next 4WD adventure!

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Julie

JulieSydney, NSW

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Avoid

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Yes Julie all because of people of great integrity like you!

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Third time using and will return again and again

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Felice P.

Felice P.Greater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC

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From start to finish: Perfect.

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Picked up a Jeep in Broome and dropped it off a week later in Darwin. From booking, pickup & drop off not one issue. All questions answered - and I had a lot! The car was clean and in great condition. Customer service from the booking process to bond return was quick and effective. The people I spoke to were always polite and friendly. Bond returned quickly. I will definitely book through this company again. THANK YOU

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Thank you Felice! It is wonderful to hear that you enjoyed your trip and that our staff were able to assist you with your questions, we sincerely appreciate your business and support and look forward to assisting your next 4WD adventure!

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RichardM

RichardMGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC

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Great vehicle, great customer service

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We had a 4WD from Australian 4wd Hire for 15 days late Aug - early September and drove down from Darwin to Melbourne via Lawn Hill NP and the Gulf of Carpentaria. The vehicle we had was in excellent condition and performed really well on the trip.

Communication with the company was first rate - always a response to our queries via email within an hour and the security bond was also returned promptly (within a couple of days) after return of the vehicle.

We would have no hesitation in recommending Australian 4wd hire to other travellers - their customer service was outstanding.

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Lisa

LisaGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC

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Fantastic service for an amazing experience

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We hired the FJ Cruiser for 10 days, picked up from Darwin, drove up to Wiligi Outstation in West Arnhemland, through to Mataranka, Daly River, Dundee and back to Darwin - we could not fault the car, all equipment was provided and was of good quality. Our bond was refunded very promptly, and we would highly recommend Australian 4wd Hire. Their service and response time to all enquires was fantastic.

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Easy going, great customer service

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Vehicle TypeToyota LandCruiser 200
Received Booked Vehicle Yes
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Australian 4WD Hire
Brand Manager A.Australian 4WD Hire

Thank you very much for your review Morten. We are pleased that you enjoyed your trip and that the vehicle and equipment were well suited to your needs. We certainly look forward to assisting on your next 4WD adventure!

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MPD

MPD

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A well-maintained and comfortable 4WD for our travels

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The online service team were very helpful and prompt in answering my questions. The payment of fees and bonds was streamlined, and the return of the bond was very quick (not all companies do this!). We received the exact vehicle we requested. There was one item missing and they refunded the amount at the ned of our booking without debate. We drove from Broome to Cape Leveque and back in complete comfort and safety.

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Vehicle TypeToyota Prado
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Australian 4WD Hire
Brand Manager A.Australian 4WD Hire

Thank you very much for your review. It is great to hear that you enjoyed your trip and that the vehicle and equipment were well suited to your needs. We certainly appreciate your business and look forward to assisting on your next 4WD adventure!

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Very Good vehicle and service

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This was the first time we used Australian 4WD however not the first time we have explored the Kimberleys
The advice, administrative contact were all top class and the vehicle was solid, very well equipped and we experienced absolutely no problems with it during the 10 day trip ( not even tyre problems )
The return of the vehicle was very efficient and the final account was calculated and returned immediately
Recommended

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Good Experience

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Australian 4WD Hire
Brand Manager A.Australian 4WD Hire

Thank you very much Robin for your detailed review. We sincerely appreciate your continued business and have taken your suggestions regarding improvements on board. We certainly hope to see you again in the not so distant future! Take Care!

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I highly recommend this company

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We rented a Land Cruiser from Australian 4WD to drive from Broome to Darwin, including the Gibb River Road, and couldn’t have been happier. The vehicle was in great condition, had all the necessary equipment (including a compressor to adjust tire inflation), and was properly ruggedized for rough roads. The company's customer service and communication were also excellent. You can trust this company and the vehicle you rent from them. Highly recommend.

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EXCELLENT SERVICE with attention to detail.

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Australian 4WD Hire was very helpful in providing the right vehicle for our recent trip from the rugged KImberleys across on the Gibb River Road to Kakadu.
All financial transactions were dealt with in a professional manner and our bond was refunded promptly.
The robust and well fitted out Toyota Prado we hired was an ideal vehicle for us, particularly as it was fitted with tough commercial tyres that did not let us down, when other vehicles had no end of tyre problems.

Vehicle TypeToyota Prado
Received Booked Vehicle Yes
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Australian 4WD Hire - the GRR and Mitchell Falls

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This was the second time we have hired a 4WD from Australian 4WD Hire. The first time was to do Cape York and this time we explored the Kimberley via the Gibb and Kalumburu Rd to Mitchell Falls. The 4WD was collected from Broome with no problems. We had a thorough briefing and we had plenty of time to look the vehicle over. The complimentary camping equipment suited our needs and it was evident that some of the equipment was brand new. The Hilux was near new also and very comfortable. Our bond was returned promptly. Once again our experience with Aus 4WD Hire was seamless and we are already planning our next adventure!

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Jen D.

Jen D.Sydney, NSW

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Outstanding service

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Hi Vit
I would like to thankyou for all your help in getting our Toyota Hilux shocks repaired with minimum disruption to our holiday,this is our 2nd time renting from you and would have no hesitation using you for later trips,thanks again for a fantastic holiday.
Barry & Jen Davis

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Fabulous adventure in the Kimberley

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N Jacobs

N Jacobsasked

what is their new email adress or website?

im still owed 1500 in bond..

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Hans
Hans

You'll find all new contact information on www.explore4wdhire.com.au
I really hope this helps you and others, but i may doubt it.

Chris P.
Chris P.

They are off the charts these guys! Trading insolvent !

Phil
Phil

Hi,
Check out the page Hans mentioned.
Hope it helps. It seems also pending on when you hired / payed bond and to which account.

Conor O.

Conor O.asked

Is this company still operating, ieatwords appears to think you are not? Your website is offline, your email address doesnt work but you are still posting 5 star reviews but not answering customer questions?

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Lee F.
Lee F.

The company changed its website to Explore4wdhire.com.au. As of today the phone number is disconnected. I rang to ask them about my deposit return. The ABN is the same, 638025911. The ASIC website shows the owner as Mahesh Thakur. The registered address is '1605', 530 Little Collins Street, Melbourne which is a mens tailor who knows nothing about the business. Product Review is doing a disservice allowing these 5 star ratings through given the overwhelming evidence that the company is not trading and owes over $300,000 in bond payments to customers.

Annie McDonnell

Annie McDonnellasked

Is your company still running as I have booked a car in Broome in May and paid a deposit..
Annie

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Jackandzoe
Jackandzoe

Have you tried contacting the agent in Broome to see what they say?

Janina G.
Janina G.

I would honestly try to get your money back and rent off a different company.

Janina G.
Janina G.

Don’t pay them a further cent
The new company is corrupt and Probly a family member from previous owner
They have ripped off countless people
They owe us over 8 k
Our car was a lemon and we still paid 3 k for the hire
Also they have not repaid our 5 k in bond
A total ripoff business

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