FlyerTalk Forums - Avis http://www.flyertalk.com/forum http://www.avis.com en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:42:18 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/images/misc/rss.jpg FlyerTalk Forums - Avis http://www.flyertalk.com/forum Flat tire... http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1018371-flat-tire.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:35:44 GMT Hi! I got a flat tire in the beater Subaru Forester that I rented from Avis this past weekend. I called roadside (no) assistance but after being told the wait time (and after lots of pressure), my husband managed to change the tire ourselves and... Hi! I got a flat tire in the beater Subaru Forester that I rented from Avis this past weekend. I called roadside (no) assistance but after being told the wait time (and after lots of pressure), my husband managed to change the tire ourselves and put the spare on. Well, when I turned in the car, I was required to fill in an accident report. I was a little perplexed, because there was no accident.

Am I likely to be charged for the tire, or what's the deal with this? The car was really falling apart - oil light kept coming on, it reeked of cigarette smoke, the console was missing the cupholder inserts and was sticky and gross. Not a good rental experience overall. I'm still wondering what the benefit of Avis First is...

Thanks. ]]> Avis Buster http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1018371-flat-tire.html Bumped from Presidents Club http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1016822-bumped-presidents-club.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 14:14:47 GMT I was bumped from Avis Presidents club down to preferred / Avis First level. I received a letter from Thomas Gartland saying they did an audit of the Continental Presidential Plus cardholders and the marketing partnership between... I was bumped from Avis Presidents club down to preferred / Avis First level.

I received a letter from Thomas Gartland saying they did an audit of the Continental Presidential Plus cardholders and the marketing partnership between Avis/Continental.

Presidents club was fantastic! I was regularily upgraded to Cadilac's and other nice cars. While I'm disappointed, I signed up for it through a link Gleff provided on his site a while back.

Was fun while it lasted.

I rent over 50x a year so its going to be an adjustment going back to regular status. ]]> Avis flyfarfar http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1016822-bumped-presidents-club.html D005295, no miles anymore http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1016425-d005295-no-miles-anymore.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 06:01:56 GMT I had no problem getting miles with D005295 code, but for my rental in past month, I still have not received in my account. I emailed Avis, they told me the code is not eligible for miles, but the receipt show miles earning. anyone has similar... I had no problem getting miles with D005295 code, but for my rental in past month, I still have not received in my account.

I emailed Avis, they told me the code is not eligible for miles, but the receipt show miles earning.

anyone has similar experience? ]]> Avis yyliu88 http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1016425-d005295-no-miles-anymore.html Any luck transfering an AvisFirst Free Weekend? http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1015514-any-luck-transfering-avisfirst-free-weekend.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:51:38 GMT I've got too many AvisFirst Free Weekends and one of my co-workers wanted to use one. I know the T&C says non-transferable, but I was just wondering if anyone has figured out a way around this?

I know that the website verifies that the coupon code is valid for my Wizard number and name, so my co-worker couldn't book it. I tried reserving it and then calling them to add him as a driver but they said he had to be at checkout in person to sign paperwork (I will not be able to be there to pick up the car)

We do have a corporate contract as well that I could attempt to use that allows us to share cars with co-workers, but I'm not sure if that's sufficient to get around the name/wizard coupon validation.

Any thoughts? ]]> Avis filbert http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1015514-any-luck-transfering-avisfirst-free-weekend.html Avis @ RNO http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1015116-avis-rno.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:07:14 GMT Hi

I've just made a reservation for our ski holiday via Avis @ RNO for a Standard SUV (TrailBlazer I think?). Can anyone tell me what SUV's they actually have at the station?

Thanks in advance ]]> Avis Tiger_lily http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1015116-avis-rno.html Where 2 GPS daily rental rate? http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1015083-where-2-gps-daily-rental-rate.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:15:17 GMT Hello, Apologies if this is a FAQ but I cannot find it on the website. Cannot find a rate (Other than reasonable rate) for GPS hire on Avis website and UK customer services is closed (Sunday). I have a short notice trip to PHX tomorrow and... Hello,

Apologies if this is a FAQ but I cannot find it on the website.

Cannot find a rate (Other than reasonable rate) for GPS hire on Avis website and UK customer services is closed (Sunday). I have a short notice trip to PHX tomorrow and wanted to know how much GPS will be?

Thanks ]]> Avis Northern_Flyer http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1015083-where-2-gps-daily-rental-rate.html Avis and Budget - No Show Fees . . . soon? http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1015006-avis-budget-no-show-fees-soon.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 14:38:25 GMT Looks like Avis and Budget may be changing policies and multiple reservations will not be allowed (try using a code you are not eligible and then using a backup) without canceling ahead of time. One potential benefit, they might be better able to... Looks like Avis and Budget may be changing policies and multiple reservations will not be allowed (try using a code you are not eligible and then using a backup) without canceling ahead of time.

One potential benefit, they might be better able to keep the car reserved in stock and not have to give replacement vehicles or run-out during high demand, but I doubt it.

"Global distribution system operators are preparing by December to take credit card information for bookings with Avis Budget Group in the event the car rental firm decides to apply a new policy for no-show fees."
and
"So, while for some locations and time periods we may choose to impose a no-show fee, for others we may choose not to. Our new capability will align the car rental industry with similar approaches in use by airlines, hotels and cruise lines. It is a long-overdue change."

management.travel article

View From the Wing Blog ]]> Avis Aitchly http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1015006-avis-budget-no-show-fees-soon.html Group Z at LAX? http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1014811-group-z-lax.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:54:29 GMT Can someone provide some ideas on what a "Large SUV" rental at Avis LAX might be? We have five in our group, plus luggage, and this was the largest Avis had available.

Thanks :) ]]> Avis T3DDYKGB http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1014811-group-z-lax.html <![CDATA["First" weekend question]]> http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1014270-first-weekend-question.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:45:07 GMT Sorry if this has been asked before (couldn't find it via search)...


So I'm new to Avis First. I got my first weekend rental but I'm not sure how it works.
Can I pick it up on a Friday and return it on a Monday or do I have to pick it up Sat and return on Sunday?

Thanks for your help! ]]> Avis mca47 http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1014270-first-weekend-question.html New to Avis http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1014003-new-avis.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:44:19 GMT I am about to give-up on Hertz and thinking of switching to Avis. I am President's Circle with H, I know there is the Avis First scheme but is it active in the UK? Is it only for corporate accounts?

I rent 30~40 times each year and have complete flexbility about the rental company. Based in the UK, at the moment I rent mainly here, Germany, Denmark & Poland - from regional airports as well as LHR/FRF, CPH, etc.

Aplogies if this is covered elsewhere - I can't seem to find a UK-specific answer!

Many thanks in advance for input ]]> Avis AyrMiles http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1014003-new-avis.html Friday Night Stay Required ? http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1013979-friday-night-stay-required.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:03:32 GMT Booking on Avis website for pick up this Saturday in LAS for 2 days. Reservation is booked and confirmed but the rate rules specify:

"Friday Night Stay is Required"

How can this be a requirement if the website let me book a pick up on Saturday ? Has anyone else seen this or had a problem when returning the car ? ]]> Avis TMOTEE http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1013979-friday-night-stay-required.html AVIS Satisfaction Survey http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1013819-avis-satisfaction-survey.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:55:31 GMT Received an AVIS satisfaction survey after a recent rental. I typically give these good ratings, as my experience is usually decent.

Last week though, I was at DEN and in an 18" snowstorm, they didnt give me a snowbrush, and I forgot to look until i was 15 minutes away from the airport.

ANYWAY, when I got my survey this time, I gave them low marks. A day later I got this email:

Quote:
Dear bkafrick,

Thank you for taking the time to complete our online survey regarding the rental specified below:

Renter Name: bkafrick
Check-in Date: October 30, 2009
Check-in Location: Denver International Airport
Reference Number: XXXXXXXXXX

I am sorry to hear we did not meet your expectations.

We would like the opportunity to better understand why you were dissatisfied and resolve any outstanding issues.

If you would like to provide more feedback on why your rental was unsatisfactory, simply click on the "reply" button to email our customer service team directly.

Thank you for your time.

Kathie Sullivan
Manager
Avis Customer Service
Anyway, i was impressed, and I replied back honestly about the snowbrush.

Maybe they are trying to try harder? ]]> Avis bkafrick http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1013819-avis-satisfaction-survey.html <![CDATA[Received an invite to the Chairman's Club today: What may I expect?]]> http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1013732-received-invite-chairmans-club-today-what-may-i-expect.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:31:28 GMT Received a letter w/o much information and a new customer loyalty card today. New membership number and it says Chairman's Club. Ane experience what that actually means? ]]> Avis condorman333 http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1013732-received-invite-chairmans-club-today-what-may-i-expect.html Avis Coupon Codes http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1013507-avis-coupon-codes.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:13:55 GMT Hi, question on coupon codes... I see that Avis' site says:

"Notes: Coupon discounts are not included in the estimated total and are calculated at the rental counter."

There seem to be tons of coupons floating around on the Internet. It's impossible to tell which one will yield the best results, since Avis.com seems to take virtually all of them, but gives no indication of the actual discount. Any idea how to compare them?

Also, on a related note, will the coupons always stack with any AWD code? Should I just find the lowest AWD and then try to apply the best coupon and hope for the best? Maybe there is a better way to go about this?

Thanks,

Jonathan ]]> Avis baseline http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1013507-avis-coupon-codes.html How to use Avis rental saver free rental day coupon http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1010339-how-use-avis-rental-saver-free-rental-day-coupon.html Mon, 26 Oct 2009 23:45:13 GMT I got this email today from avis saying I have one "rental saver California free rental day coupon"

Anyone knows how to use it?

In the email, they only mention to use AWD K025800, which result some discount, not free day.

Thanks ]]> Avis yyliu88 http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/avis/1010339-how-use-avis-rental-saver-free-rental-day-coupon.html