2016-2017: The "What car/upgrade will I get at Avis?" thread
#16
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: NYC
Programs: Hertz PC, Avis PC, Global Entry
Posts: 346
Reservation for a Premium SUV at CLT. I'm a PC. I suspect the only upgrade possible would be to a luxury vehicle? Would love an X5 or something but not sure if that would comfortably hold the 5 in our party.
#17
Join Date: Feb 2013
Posts: 13
love my Edge Limited, but prefer fuel efficiency for this trip of 1000+ miles.
That said, would the Edge (or other class?) be a free upgrade or extra $x/day?
I will try to find Titanium Escape edition.
thank you so much for the reply/info.
That said, would the Edge (or other class?) be a free upgrade or extra $x/day?
I will try to find Titanium Escape edition.
thank you so much for the reply/info.
#18
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: SJO - MAN - LAX
Programs: MileagePlus Gold, Avis PP, National EE, Lifemiles Silver, ConnectMiles Gold
Posts: 532
I've never paid for upgrades at AVIS lol. I just try my luck, if they say no then I just walk away.
Only time was for a XTS.
Only time was for a XTS.
#19
Join Date: Nov 2015
Posts: 142
Im preferred plus and I reserved a BMW x5 at a local neighborhood Avis using my corp code for the weekend in 2 weeks since I don't feel like going to the airport to pickup/dropoff. It was also significantly cheaper to book at my local Avis.
I only want a BMW x5 and would only settle for a gl450 Mercedes (doubt ID get that). Other then that, such as a infinity qx70, I don't want. When the day arrives to pick up and it is indeed not what I wanted.... Would I be able to cancel even if i have to complain and not get charged a fee? Or would they be able to send me to a Avis airport location to swap it out to what I want and still be able to return to my local Avis fee-free? Any expierences?
I only want a BMW x5 and would only settle for a gl450 Mercedes (doubt ID get that). Other then that, such as a infinity qx70, I don't want. When the day arrives to pick up and it is indeed not what I wanted.... Would I be able to cancel even if i have to complain and not get charged a fee? Or would they be able to send me to a Avis airport location to swap it out to what I want and still be able to return to my local Avis fee-free? Any expierences?
#20
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: SJO - MAN - LAX
Programs: MileagePlus Gold, Avis PP, National EE, Lifemiles Silver, ConnectMiles Gold
Posts: 532
Florida Drive out. Normal this time of year.
#21
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Scottsdale, AZ
Programs: AA Exec Plat, Marriott Plat, Priority Club Plat, HHonors Diamond, Avis CC
Posts: 673
Anyone rent from CMH (Columbus, OH) lately? Wondering what type of high end vehicles they typically have on the lot. I prefer Infiniti's, but it seems like a lot of locations don't stock them.
#22
Join Date: Oct 2006
Posts: 886
Status: Preferred
Standard SUV (booked at avis.com using Costco discount code [yes, I'm a Costco member])
Location: Holland, MI neighborhood location
Picking up the morning of Memorial Day. Also, one-way rental to Evanston, IL.
Standard SUV (booked at avis.com using Costco discount code [yes, I'm a Costco member])
Location: Holland, MI neighborhood location
Picking up the morning of Memorial Day. Also, one-way rental to Evanston, IL.
#23
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Warwickshire England
Posts: 641
Why on earth would anyone want a crappy BMW? So much better choices out there than that companies products
#24
Moderator: Avis and Rental Cars
Join Date: Oct 2006
Posts: 8,025
I've only seen about 10-12 Infinitis in the last year of renting weekly. Either a QX60 or QX80, and they're well worn by now.
Local stations are a crapshoot. Typically little selection, higher miles and few upgrades. However, you could get lucky & end up with something they need to send 1-way. Don't get your hopes up, though.
#25
Join Date: Oct 2006
Posts: 886
Based on the stories I've read, I'd consider myself lucky to get something that isn't smaller than a Standard SUV.
#26
#27
Join Date: Aug 2003
Location: Northern California
Programs: I want to be free! Free!
Posts: 3,446
#28
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Chicago
Programs: Cards with lots of logos on them
Posts: 591
Status: Presidente
Loc: LIS
Date: Early July
Reserve: Small and cheap, Ie. VW Up! or Renault Clio
Just curious if I would get anything upgrade wise? Doesn't seem to be any info on this international location in any thread in terms of upgrades or friendliness towards Avis Preferred members.
Loc: LIS
Date: Early July
Reserve: Small and cheap, Ie. VW Up! or Renault Clio
Just curious if I would get anything upgrade wise? Doesn't seem to be any info on this international location in any thread in terms of upgrades or friendliness towards Avis Preferred members.
#29
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Warwickshire England
Posts: 641
I wouldny wee on a BMW if it was on fire (again, personal preference)
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#30
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: ORD
Programs: UA Gold, Avis President's Club, IHG Platinum
Posts: 286
Status: President's Club
Loc: OGG
Date: Early June, Saturday afternoon arrival
Reserve: Full-size
I'll throw this out there...Going to Maui in a couple with the family (5 total). Counting on an Edge or something bigger.
Loc: OGG
Date: Early June, Saturday afternoon arrival
Reserve: Full-size
I'll throw this out there...Going to Maui in a couple with the family (5 total). Counting on an Edge or something bigger.