Sue Posted March 23, 2010 Share Posted March 23, 2010 Jeremy Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> Sue Wrote:> --------------------------------------------------> -----> > unless you care about climate change.> > Using streetcar might be more environmentally> friendly than owning your own car, if it> effectively discourages you from using a car -> because it costs money every time. But if you> already use your car only occasionally... I don't> think the argument stands up.xxxxxxxxFair point, my logic deserted me :-$ Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/10525-new-car-club-sign-on-melbourne-grove/page/2/#findComment-308965 Share on other sites More sharing options...
pilsbury Posted March 24, 2010 Share Posted March 24, 2010 i'm also a massive fan of streetcar, been using their cars and vans for years now, in fact i beleive my o/h is using a streetvan right now to take a load of stuff to the tip! you do need to a book a week in advance to get cars at the weekend so the addition of some extra cars is much needed and much appreciated. during the week you can ususally find a car/van nearby pretty much instantly. We use it mostly for "big shops" at sainos, b&q, trips to the tip and ikea. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/10525-new-car-club-sign-on-melbourne-grove/page/2/#findComment-309163 Share on other sites More sharing options...
veryseriousgirl Posted March 24, 2010 Share Posted March 24, 2010 We were streetcar members for ages but gave up due to lack of availability at weekends and peak times. Good to see that they are getting more places - a shame it's too late for us as we've just bought our own car! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/10525-new-car-club-sign-on-melbourne-grove/page/2/#findComment-309211 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hackblade Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 I desperately want to like Street car but the Trip Estimator on its website keeps coming up with very expensive prices on excursions I would probably make.Half the time it looks like I'd be better off booking taxis. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/10525-new-car-club-sign-on-melbourne-grove/page/2/#findComment-309577 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sophiesofa Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 That's what I'm worried about/can't decide on too. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/10525-new-car-club-sign-on-melbourne-grove/page/2/#findComment-309581 Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmilyE Posted March 26, 2010 Share Posted March 26, 2010 Well I think you probably are sometimes, but a combination of taxis and streetcar could still work out cheaper than owning your own car. We reckon it is for us. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/10525-new-car-club-sign-on-melbourne-grove/page/2/#findComment-310014 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostThePlot Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 Streetcar's USP over other renatal companies is the convenience in tems of collecting, or for those moving a few bits and pieces for an hour or so. Otherwise for day rental I'd suggest people look to local hire companies, far more cost effective. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/10525-new-car-club-sign-on-melbourne-grove/page/2/#findComment-310361 Share on other sites More sharing options...
treehugger Posted March 30, 2010 Share Posted March 30, 2010 I really recommend streetcar. With lots of children doing different activities all in different places with different kit, using streetcar has meant we didn't have to buy a second car which for financial and eco reasons I really didn't want to do. Yes you do have to be a bit organised, but it suits us. Using one tomorrow and another point to take into consideration in the financial case is not having to pay congestion charge if you are going into town.PS the cars are all new (ish) and much nicer than our car! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/10525-new-car-club-sign-on-melbourne-grove/page/2/#findComment-310898 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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