Hiring a car you’d normally only dream about for a few days is one of the best ways to enjoy a weekend. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, planning a photoshoot, or simply want to fulfil a long-held dream behind the wheel of a six-hundred-horsepower saloon, choosing the right car will define the entire experience. The following tips will help you choose so that you can enjoy every moment of the drive.

First, be clear about what you want

Sports cars differ more than they might appear at first glance. Before you start browsing the catalogue, think about what you expect from the weekend.

Are you after a pure driving experience — precise steering, the sound of the engine, a connection with the car? Then reach for something like the rear-wheel-drive BMW M2. It’s a compact, sharp coupé for enthusiasts who want to savour every corner.

Are you more interested in luxury and comfort with a hefty dose of power? Then the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S or C63 SE Performance make sense — saloons that handle both a long journey and a sprint to 100 km/h in under three and a half seconds.

And if you mainly want maximum attention and something truly exceptional, then the obvious choice is the Tesla Cybertruck or Audi RS6. Both cars turn heads wherever you arrive.

How many people and how much luggage?

It sounds trivial, but it’s a common stumbling block. A compact coupé like the BMW M2 is superb for a solo drive or a couple, but it’s less suited to a trip for four with suitcases. If you need to carry more people or luggage, go for a sports saloon or estate — the Audi RS6 is a textbook example here: it has supercar performance yet seats five and fits the luggage for a weekend away.

Manual or automatic?

In modern high-performance cars, automatic is the standard and most drivers will appreciate it — especially in Prague traffic. A manual gearbox is a rarity these days, offered by only a handful of cars. If the “old-school” experience of changing gears appeals to you, bear in mind that driving will be more demanding and less pleasant in a queue. For a first sports-car experience, automatic is usually the safer choice.

Don’t underestimate the practical details

It’s not just the wrong car that can spoil the experience, but unpleasant surprises too. Before you book, check a few things:

What’s included in the price. With a reputable rental company, insurance is usually included in the price and there are no hidden fees. Always check whether the daily rate includes insurance and what the daily mileage limit is. Refundable deposit. This is standard for high-performance cars, and the amount varies depending on the car’s category. Factor it in ahead of time. Driver’s age and experience. Sports cars usually have a higher minimum age and require a certain amount of driving experience. Car handover. Check where and how you’ll collect the car. Some rental companies, DREAMRENTAL included, will deliver the car across Prague and elsewhere in the Czech Republic with a full tank.

Plan where you’ll drive

A sports car deserves a proper route. Prague traffic may not do a sports car any favours, but just a short distance out of the city opens up some excellent possibilities. The winding roads around Beroun, the drive to Karlštejn, or a trip into the hills of South Bohemia all let the car show what it can do. Plan some stops for photos — a car like the Cybertruck or RS6 makes a rewarding subject, and the photos from your weekend will last longer than the memory of the engine’s sound.

Book ahead

The most sought-after cars — especially on weekends, in summer and around holidays — tend to be booked in advance. If you have a specific date or occasion, book as early as possible. Booking online takes just a few minutes: you choose the date, the rental company confirms availability and prepares the contract, which you can sort out from the comfort of home.

Conclusion

Choosing the right car to hire is mainly about matching the car to what you expect from the weekend. Decide whether you’re after a driving experience, luxury or attention, take into account the number of passengers and the practical conditions — and book in good time. Then all that’s left is to collect the keys and set off.

Browse the full range of cars at dreamrental.eu and book your dream car today.