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I usually get E+ when I ask in the RCC as well. I haven't been as successful when outside of North America (South America or Asia) but I find the agents in both regions *really* stick to the rules. On a flight from South America on the ground they kept almost giving it to me then decided I was only *G so it'd be $209 but on board they were selling it for $119. I woulda been mighty upset if I paid the $209.
Anyway, I'd suggest asking but if it's really important to you just pay for it.