Originally Posted by
nomiiiii
Thanks. Yes, I'm aware of the hertz-amex offer, and priced it out also. At this point the price is way more than my current 2-day rate. Which is why if the late-fee for 2 hours is simply $20 or so, I'd prefer to do just that. I'll comb through the rates.
If you need help, let me know. Without the rate details (even with them, I guess), you can't tell what the charges will be. If your rental still falls within the rate terms, then it will probably just add an extra day (2 hours is often similar to a full daily rate). If you're outside of the quoted rate terms, they can put you in any rate that fits your terms and you won't know what that is until you try to return (it could be the same price they're quoting for 2 days/2 hours now, much more, much less or anywhere in between).
The other thing that might be worth trying: what if you move the pickup to 11pm so it's still a 2 day rental? If you're signed up for preferred, they might pre-print the contract and not update if you show up at 9pm. Or just pickup closer to 11, if possible.