Do you also need to do so much pre-authorization for the seven-seat Mercedes-Benz you rent ?

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We seem to have swiped over 1600 pre-authorizations, I forgot the exact amount, I'll go check in the car later, the deductible is 2000.

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Don't need it. This isn't even a luxury car in Europe. You can go to Hertz's official website and check out their Dream or whatever series. They have Porsche and the like, which require more deposit.

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