2016-2017: The "What car/upgrade will I get at Avis?" thread
May 25, 2016, 2:26 pm
#31
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Scottsdale, AZ
Programs: AA Exec Plat, Marriott Plat, Priority Club Plat, HHonors Diamond, Avis CC
Posts: 673
Well... that escalated quickly. lol
Last edited by IAHtraveler; May 25, 2016 at 8:43 pm Reason: Moderator removed personal attack in quote
Jun 1, 2016, 2:21 pm
#32
Join Date: Oct 2006
Posts: 886
This is exactly what happened - they had a pickup they needed to get rid of, and I was happy to take it off their hands.
Jun 6, 2016, 11:00 am
#33
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: SJO - MAN - LAX
Programs: MileagePlus Gold, Avis PP, National EE, Lifemiles Silver, ConnectMiles Gold
Posts: 532
I had the same issue. But I didn't even get to the shuttle before I noticed. The return lot was empty when I arrived and I went back maybe 10 minutes after dropping off the car but it was being cleaned.
They told me they found the case but not the glasses
Learned my lesson to always triple check.
They told me they found the case but not the glasses
Learned my lesson to always triple check.
Jun 6, 2016, 3:58 pm
#34
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: SJO - MAN - LAX
Programs: MileagePlus Gold, Avis PP, National EE, Lifemiles Silver, ConnectMiles Gold
Posts: 532
wrong thread
Jun 7, 2016, 8:23 am
#35
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: SJO - MAN - LAX
Programs: MileagePlus Gold, Avis PP, National EE, Lifemiles Silver, ConnectMiles Gold
Posts: 532
I've gotten higher mileage on cars in Miami than other places.
My last 2 rentals in FLL and MIA were 50k+ each.
My last 2 rentals in FLL and MIA were 50k+ each.
Jun 12, 2016, 11:59 am
#36
Join Date: Sep 2014
Posts: 7
AVIS- Preferred - Class V in MIA
Hi all,
Apologies if this is in the wrong place but seemed like the best place! I've got a BA preferred booking for a minivan setup for August in MIA and was wondering if anyone has had experience or looked at the line (if they have one?!) to see what I might get.
I think the way preferred works is I get a car ready and waiting? But I can refuse if I don't like the look of it etc.
Thanks in Advance.
Apologies if this is in the wrong place but seemed like the best place! I've got a BA preferred booking for a minivan setup for August in MIA and was wondering if anyone has had experience or looked at the line (if they have one?!) to see what I might get.
I think the way preferred works is I get a car ready and waiting? But I can refuse if I don't like the look of it etc.
Thanks in Advance.
Jun 13, 2016, 6:36 am
#37
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: SJO - MAN - LAX
Programs: MileagePlus Gold, Avis PP, National EE, Lifemiles Silver, ConnectMiles Gold
Posts: 532
Likely a Dodge Caravan? Those are OK. Maybe a Sienna.
You can refuse if you want, doesn't mean you're entitled to picking your own car.
My simple advise? Tour the lot and see if you see something you like before saying you want another car. Then go back to the preferred desk and ask nicely if you can get the one at XX Spot. If not, something similar.
Always works for me.
You can refuse if you want, doesn't mean you're entitled to picking your own car.
My simple advise? Tour the lot and see if you see something you like before saying you want another car. Then go back to the preferred desk and ask nicely if you can get the one at XX Spot. If not, something similar.
Always works for me.
Jun 14, 2016, 3:42 am
#38
Join Date: Feb 2016
Location: UK
Programs: BAEC Bronze, Avis Preferred, Hilton Honors Silver
Posts: 32
Avis status : Preferred
Car type/class reserved : Premium
Location : LAX (one-way to SFO)
General timing : 8am Sat 2nd July
then
Avis status : Preferred
Car type/class reserved : Full-size SUV (Z class)
Location : SFO (one-way to LAX)
General timing : 9am Thurs 7th July
Car type/class reserved : Premium
Location : LAX (one-way to SFO)
General timing : 8am Sat 2nd July
then
Avis status : Preferred
Car type/class reserved : Full-size SUV (Z class)
Location : SFO (one-way to LAX)
General timing : 9am Thurs 7th July
Jun 14, 2016, 7:13 am
#39
Moderator: Avis and Rental Cars
Join Date: Oct 2006
Posts: 8,031
Hi all,
Apologies if this is in the wrong place but seemed like the best place! I've got a BA preferred booking for a minivan setup for August in MIA and was wondering if anyone has had experience or looked at the line (if they have one?!) to see what I might get.
I think the way preferred works is I get a car ready and waiting? But I can refuse if I don't like the look of it etc.
Thanks in Advance.
Apologies if this is in the wrong place but seemed like the best place! I've got a BA preferred booking for a minivan setup for August in MIA and was wondering if anyone has had experience or looked at the line (if they have one?!) to see what I might get.
I think the way preferred works is I get a car ready and waiting? But I can refuse if I don't like the look of it etc.
Thanks in Advance.
Jun 14, 2016, 4:03 pm
#40
Join Date: Sep 2014
Posts: 7
Thanks guys, I'm impressed as well with the videos for the Chrysler Pacifica, can but hope for a try of that.
Jun 15, 2016, 4:36 am
#41
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: LHR
Programs: HH D,CC,SPG,AZ: Gold;BA Silver, TK Elite
Posts: 809
Status: Presidente
Loc: LIS
Date: Early July
Reserve: Small and cheap, Ie. VW Up! or Renault Clio
Just curious if I would get anything upgrade wise? Doesn't seem to be any info on this international location in any thread in terms of upgrades or friendliness towards Avis Preferred members.
Loc: LIS
Date: Early July
Reserve: Small and cheap, Ie. VW Up! or Renault Clio
Just curious if I would get anything upgrade wise? Doesn't seem to be any info on this international location in any thread in terms of upgrades or friendliness towards Avis Preferred members.
Even in some locations where they have a limited inventory (e.g. ZAG) I've always received my upgrade as a PP at the time
Jun 17, 2016, 1:13 am
#42
Join Date: Jun 2016
Posts: 5
What would i get?
Anyone know what i might get?
Avis status : Preferred Plus
Car type/class reserved : Luxury
Location :SFO one-way Los Angeles
General timing : Sun, Jun, 18
Avis status : Preferred Plus
Car type/class reserved : Luxury
Location :SFO one-way Los Angeles
General timing : Sun, Jun, 18
Jun 17, 2016, 8:33 am
#43
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Peterborough, UK
Programs: BA Silver; IHG Spire; Avis P+; Global Entry
Posts: 1,505
Any idea?
Avis status : Preferred Pluss
Car type/class reserved : Large
Location : Toronto (In the city) and return to YYZ
General timing : 10am Mon 1st August (Civic Day)
Avis status : Preferred Pluss
Car type/class reserved : Large
Location : Toronto (In the city) and return to YYZ
General timing : 10am Mon 1st August (Civic Day)
Jun 18, 2016, 2:15 am
#44
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: SJC
Programs: UA 1MM
Posts: 262
I've actually never selected a different car than what I was assigned, but given that I wouldn't mind a larger size car this time, I'd appreciate suggestions as to what alternatives might be available for my reservation below:
Status: Preferred Plus
Class reserved: Premium
Location: PDX
Timing: 8/6 (Sat) 11 AM x4 days
Status: Preferred Plus
Class reserved: Premium
Location: PDX
Timing: 8/6 (Sat) 11 AM x4 days
Jun 19, 2016, 7:15 am
#45
Moderator: Avis and Rental Cars
Join Date: Oct 2006
Posts: 8,031
Most likely an MKZ or XTS. Might be able to sweet talk into something more fun like a small Infiniti or something, if they have it.
