Cars at LAX
Jun 19, 2017, 8:11 am
#1051
Moderator: National Car
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: SE MI
Programs: Delta PM, National EE, Hertz PC, Hilton DM
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As KevinMD reported, the Suburban/Yukon XL is typically offered in a 2-2-3 configuration as are the Ford Expeditions in Limited (higher end) trim. If 8 passengers are a must, try the Ford Expedition EL in XLT trim. I've seen those almost exclusively with a middle bench (2-3-3). You can pick those apart from the Limiteds by their wheels (they are dark silver and black, versus the Limited's highly polished aluminum) and cloth seating.
Jun 19, 2017, 9:44 am
#1052
Join Date: Jan 2016
Posts: 880
Premium SUV is not the same as Premium crossover. Also, the Enclaves all have Captain's chairs, not a middle bench. The Durango depends on trim level.
As KevinMD reported, the Suburban/Yukon XL is typically offered in a 2-2-3 configuration as are the Ford Expeditions in Limited (higher end) trim. If 8 passengers are a must, try the Ford Expedition EL in XLT trim. I've seen those almost exclusively with a middle bench (2-3-3). You can pick those apart from the Limiteds by their wheels (they are dark silver and black, versus the Limited's highly polished aluminum) and cloth seating.
As KevinMD reported, the Suburban/Yukon XL is typically offered in a 2-2-3 configuration as are the Ford Expeditions in Limited (higher end) trim. If 8 passengers are a must, try the Ford Expedition EL in XLT trim. I've seen those almost exclusively with a middle bench (2-3-3). You can pick those apart from the Limiteds by their wheels (they are dark silver and black, versus the Limited's highly polished aluminum) and cloth seating.
Yeah I just realized lol. Was half awake when I wrote that.
Jul 6, 2017, 5:37 pm
#1054
Join Date: Jan 2017
Location: MDW/ORD
Programs: WN A list, UA Gold, AA Gold, Marriott LT Gold, IHG Platinum, National EE, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 526
Selection at EE yesterday around 11 am was mostly Impalas, Explorers, turbo Mustangs, Fusions, Tauruses, Infinti QX70, QX30. Curiously, there were 3-4 Camaro SS's, and the only reason I didn't pick one is because I had it last week as well.
I picked a Charger with the Hemi V6, whose only problem is that it doesn't have a rear view camera.
I picked a Charger with the Hemi V6, whose only problem is that it doesn't have a rear view camera.
Jul 22, 2017, 1:31 pm
#1055
Join Date: Jul 2014
Programs: Jeff is Deaf
Posts: 541
As a newly minted Executive Elite, how does this ES work? When I booked a reservation the online system shows:
Emerald Aisle
Aisle Choice
Book this car class, you will be able to choose any car from Emerald Aisle"
Unless you flash your membership card or how does this work. I don't see an option for Executive Selection?
Also $50 a day is around average for LA?
Emerald Aisle
Aisle Choice
Book this car class, you will be able to choose any car from Emerald Aisle"
Unless you flash your membership card or how does this work. I don't see an option for Executive Selection?
Also $50 a day is around average for LA?
Last edited by YoungSoloTraveler; Jul 22, 2017 at 1:36 pm
Jul 22, 2017, 6:54 pm
#1056
Join Date: Jan 2016
Posts: 880
As a newly minted Executive Elite, how does this ES work? When I booked a reservation the online system shows:
Emerald Aisle
Aisle Choice
Book this car class, you will be able to choose any car from Emerald Aisle"
Unless you flash your membership card or how does this work. I don't see an option for Executive Selection?
Also $50 a day is around average for LA?
Emerald Aisle
Aisle Choice
Book this car class, you will be able to choose any car from Emerald Aisle"
Unless you flash your membership card or how does this work. I don't see an option for Executive Selection?
Also $50 a day is around average for LA?
As an Executive or executive elite you need to just make a full size res at the mid size rate and you get access to the executive aisle ( or the emerald aisle).
...any chance of getting that?
Jul 24, 2017, 11:22 am
#1058
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Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: LAX/TPE
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There is absolutely no way to forecast what would be on any aisle at a specific location on a specific date.
Jul 24, 2017, 2:11 pm
#1059
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: SFO/DTW
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Posts: 1,988
Jul 24, 2017, 10:52 pm
#1060
Join Date: Jan 2017
Location: MDW/ORD
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I have seen all 3 of those regularly at LAX, they're not as numerous as Impalas, Fusions, Caravans but usually there is at least one of those 3 on the lot. Q3 is usually only FWD though.
Jul 25, 2017, 1:34 pm
#1061
Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: MCI
Posts: 698
Saturday at noon I'd guess selections may be limited...weekends are going to be high volume for any rental car places (duh). I'd say Fri-Mon are going to be sketchy.
I did talk to a National rep on the phone (I'm doing monthly rentals out of HNL next month) and she told me over phone that sundays at 5pm may have more cars available....
I did talk to a National rep on the phone (I'm doing monthly rentals out of HNL next month) and she told me over phone that sundays at 5pm may have more cars available....
Jul 31, 2017, 10:55 pm
#1063
Join Date: Jan 2017
Location: MDW/ORD
Programs: WN A list, UA Gold, AA Gold, Marriott LT Gold, IHG Platinum, National EE, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 526
Jul 31, 2017, 10:57 pm
#1064
Join Date: Feb 2016
Location: YYZ
Programs: AC SE, AA Gold, Hyatt Globalist, Marriott Gold, National EE, Hertz PC
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Heading to LAX at the end of August and looking for a vehicle for 8 people. What are my options for 8 seaters?
I read earlier the Suburban LT might be available. Should I book an aisle reservation and hope there's a Suburban or 8 seater in executive, or should I make a separate booking as well reserving the Premium SUV in case none are on the aisle?
I read earlier the Suburban LT might be available. Should I book an aisle reservation and hope there's a Suburban or 8 seater in executive, or should I make a separate booking as well reserving the Premium SUV in case none are on the aisle?