I had to fly into Silver City (Grant County Airport) for a meeting in Lordsburg. There are no rental cars at the airport. The only options are Enterprise and Taylor Truck & Auto. Enterprise will pick you up and take you to its facility in Silver City. Taylor will leave the car for you at the airport, and you leave it there upon your return. I chose Taylor and was happy with the rental. It was probably more expensive than Enterprise, but it was also more convenient. Pricing was also in line with what I would expect for rentals in a rural area with limited options. The car was also nicer than what I usually get from the name-brand rental companies (Buick Verano, leather seats, all electric options, etc.). It would have been nice if the satellite radio had been activated, but I think even the big names charge extra for that option. Taylor did require that I scan and email my credit card, driver's license, and proof of insurance to them. I did not like having to put sensitive information in an email. I got around that concern by putting the information into a password-protected file and then calling Taylor with the password. It worked out fine. read more

I initially called because I was looking for a rental car for one day, a Saturday. Other car rentals or should I ay car rental agency did not have service on Saturday so I ended up calling Taylor Truck and Auto. I had a very pleasant conversation and it sounded like they were going to be able to help me out. I then asked about the price. Well, he told me it was $50 a day, plus other fees and taxes that brought the total to around $90 or maybe slightly less, a day. I was surprised by the amount and said that was expensive, but I continued on with the process which included having him fax me a rental agreement the next day. Well, he called the next day and said he would pass on the rental because he didn't feel comfortable with someone who questioned the cost. Those aren't his actual words, but they were words to that effect. I was quite surprised. I told him that I believed it was expensive, but that I appreciated him having the service available. I didn't get the car, partly because it was expensive and I was able to change my plans, but also because he was going to rent to me because of my surprise at the cost. Will I ever rent from him? No. Will I recommend him? No, but still he is offering a service that apparently no ones else offers on Saturday. I don't know if he ripping people off or not. I'm not in the rental car business so I don't know his expenses. However, I do know that the simple expression of the cost being high was enough for him to say no. Just keep that in mind when you're looking for a car to rent in the Silver City area. read more

Jim Taylor is an institution here in Silver City. He's been in business for over 25 years and, us locals, know what an outstanding guy and business person he is. We had bought our vehicle and rented cars from him several times in the past--either for visiting family members or in a crunch. Taylor was there for us and I know he will be there for you, too. I would not hesitate for an instant to stop by Taylor Truck & Auto when I need a rental or I need to purchase a vehicle. Jim is a terrific guy and a straight-shooter. They offer a great, honest and personable service. No bull! No many places offers you a service on a handshake alone. Rates are very reasonable and nationally competitive. Everything is upfront and in the open. There are no hidden fees or charges or shenanigans. Cars are 100% dependable and very clean. They will bend over backwards to accommodate and to assist you. No national chain will treat you as well as they do. Will I ever rent from him again? Heck yes! Will I recommend him to others? All day long! Do keep Taylor Truck & Auto in mind when you're looking for a car to rent in the Silver City area. read more