Pat’s Plates PV Borrow Cars

Safe, Affordable Transportation

Preferred Multi-Week / Monthly Terms

From time to time we purchase vehicles from clients and keep a few available as “borrow cars.”

These are older, well-maintained vehicles that provide simple, reliable transportation around the Puerto Vallarta area. They are not luxury vehicles and may show cosmetic wear, but they are in excellent mechanical condition and comfortable to drive.

Most people who use these vehicles come through client referrals or word of mouth, so we keep things straightforward and transparent.

These vehicles work best for weekly or monthly use, although occasionally we may have availability for shorter 2–3 day use periods.

Email Pat at Pat@PatsPlatesPV.com with your dates

Not a Traditional Company

Pat’s Plates PV is not a traditional car let company.

There are several excellent professional rental companies in the Puerto Vallarta area that specialize in newer vehicles and short-term rentals. If you are looking for a typical rental experience, we are always happy to recommend them.

Our borrow cars are simply vehicles that were purchased from clients at very reasonable prices, then mechanically refreshed so they remain reliable and useful.

In most cases we have invested significant time and money getting these vehicles into excellent mechanical condition for what they are.

They are older vehicles, but they are maintained carefully and used regularly, including by Pat personally when they are not being used by clients.

This program simply provides safe, practical transportation at a reasonable cost.

Vehicles in the Fleet

Our fleet changes occasionally but typically includes:

Honda CR-V
Comfortable midsize 5-passenger SUV with impressive cargo space for up to the equivalent of six full-size suitcases.

Toyota Avanza
Standard 5-passenger SUV / wagon-style vehicle with very decent cargo space.

Dodge Grand Caravan
Practical and comfortable 7-passenger van with flexible 2, 4, or 7 seat configurations depending on cargo needs.

Toyota Yaris
Efficient compact sedan that can still comfortably fit a 6'2" adult.

The Mexican “Ferrari” – Chevy C2
Small 4-door hatchback, best for two people (even if you're 6'2").
AC, automatic transmission, no ABS or airbags. Fun to drive, but not for the faint of heart.

Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer Edition
Super smooth 4x4 full-size SUV with metal bumpers and some of the most comfortable seats ever made.

This vehicle is often the preferred choice for trips farther south, including beach towns like Mayto, where roads can be rougher.

Features

Most vehicles include:

• Automatic transmission

• Air conditioning

• Dash cameras

• Emergency GPS trackers

• Reverse sensors and often reverse cameras

Our CR-V vehicles also include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

How We Maintain the Vehicles

All of these vehicles are personally driven and maintained by Pat when they are not being used by clients.

Rotating between them regularly helps identify mechanical issues early and keep everything running properly. Most wear we see tends to be normal suspension components, which is not surprising given our area’s potholes and enthusiastic speed bumps.

Because of this hands-on approach, the vehicles stay mechanically solid and ready for use, even though they may show normal cosmetic wear expected from older vehicles.

Each one has its own personality, and honestly each one has something about it that I enjoy driving.

Service Area

To help reduce risk and keep costs reasonable, use is limited to our greater local area:

North: Guayabitos, Nayarit
South: El Tuito, Jalisco (Explorer can go to Mayto)
East: San Sebastián del Oeste

Requirements

• Private overnight parking is required (garage, gated, or secure parking area)

• Full insurance is included

• A refundable security deposit is required and varies depending on the vehicle

Return Expectations

Vehicles should be returned:

• With a full tank of gas

• Reasonably clean

• In the same general condition they were received

Local Rental Companies We Recommend

If you prefer a newer vehicle or traditional rental service, we recommend several excellent local operators:

Gecko Rent a Car – Puerto Vallarta & Bucerías
(Newer, practical fleet)

Share Car – La Cruz
(Good vehicles with a large variety)

Orange Car Rental – Near the airport
(Small independent operator)

These are reputable businesses and often a better option for people looking for a typical rental experience.

Availability

These vehicles are primarily used by existing clients and referrals, but from time to time we do have availability.

If you are interested, feel free to contact us to check availability by email Pat@PatsPlatesPV.com with dates

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Transportation for Longer Stays in Puerto Vallarta

Many visitors staying in the area for several weeks or months look for options like:

• long-term car rental Puerto Vallarta
  
  

• monthly car rental Puerto Vallarta
  
  

• car rental Bucerías or La Cruz
  
  

• vehicle for extended stay in Puerto Vallarta
  
  

While Pat’s Plates PV is not a traditional outfit, our borrow cars often work well for people who need simple transportation during a longer stay in the area.

Because the vehicles are older but well maintained, they can be a practical and affordable option compared to typical short-term rentals.

Email Pat@PatsPlatesPV.com with your dates