Join Date: Dec 2000
Location: Charleston, SC, USA
Programs: Avis Pref+, Hyatt Explorist, Marriott Life Gold, Honors Silver, IHG Plat via MC.
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When I bought my new 1999 Buick LeSabre in Ohio, the dealer let me charge the whole price to my Citibank AA MC but charged me the 2% merchant fee. I said OK because my CD would mature the following month & it was more convenient than applying for a loan 2B repaid in 20--30 days. The fee & the miles neutralized each other for me.
When I bought a car here in NC in 2004, no go.
Last edited by Brendan; Jan 3, 2006 at 12:45 pm
Reason: In response to Mbreuer's correction below!