Like Hertz...but with Ferraris

You get what you pay for. A statement that sits true to many aspects of life, none more so than renting a car. The average cheap rental car, and the experience of the rental, often leaves a lot to be desired. Upgrade to Supercar hire though - and it is a totally different kettle of fish. Whether it be an extravagant way to get from A to B or as a treat you can expect a lot more than the usual rental experience. 

So how does it all work?

Well Supercar Experiences try and make the process of renting your favourite exotic motor as quick and streamlined as possible. You might expect extreme credit checks and to not be allowed near them if you've ever been stopped for doing 31 in a built up area but actually its a lot more like your standard rental company than you'd think. Earning it the headline. 

"Like Hertz...but with Ferraris."

Why not just do a track day?

Good question, if you'd no experience of either track days or hiring a supercar you would obviously feel that a race track is the more suitable location for a V8/10/12 performance motor - however you are often VERY restricted on track days. You are on a set route, told when to change gear - accelerate - brake and it's rare you break 100mph, regardless of how much more the Lamborghini/Ferrari/whatever will give. 

Go down the hire route however and you have an awesome machine for however long you choose, be it just a day, a week or however far your wallet can stretch. You have the entire UK road network at your disposal (although mileage limits apply - obviously) and you get to do what you want (within reason!) be it posing down the high street or enjoying the scenic route of a country lane. 

How did the recession affect such a luxury business?

The recession can not be seen in a good light no matter who you are or however many millions you have in the bank. The fact Supercar Experience still exists after 4 years of nationwide financial turmoil is testimony to the business structure Nik has developed. Obviously it had an impact, insurance got more expensive, less clients were partaking of a Porsche for the week and finance companies more or less shut their doors for the period, but the worst of it is over now and that's why Nik has more plans afoot. 

Oh, so what is next?

Understandably, as a shrewd businessman Nik wasn't willing to turn over all the details for where he wants his business to go in the next few years - but he did admit there are plans. With the attitude of wanting to be the best in everything he does we can see what he's got planned; expect more cars and a lot more media presence. 

A demonstration of that willingness to get out into the media is us being let inside the inner-workings of this company. Being allowed access to their idyllic HQ buried away deep in Hertfordshire only a very select few people ever actually get to see what we did and we will forever be grateful to Nik for giving us such privileged access. 

It's really good to see someone who has a genuine passion for exotic motors in charge of the UKs most prominent hire company, take it from us with Nik's attitude; Supercar Experiences is only set to get bigger and better. 

If you are interested in making a dream come true by hiring a supercar, head over to www.supercarexperiences.com and Nik will make it happen for you! 

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Words: Andy Pilcher           Images: Andy Pilcher