i dropped the budget car at buffalo airport and didn't get the 25$ off i was supposed to get. I used coupon code when i booked online, it says COUPON APPLIED and says will see the difference when i pay the rental.

I complained about this to the guy. he says there is nothing he can do.

I just rented a car with this code. My receipt says the Budget Corp Discount is for: NATL ASSN COLLEGIATE DIR ATHL

I was not asked for any ID or confirmation. I didn't even know until returning the car.

My company gave out cards with BCD U316622 on it. It seems to be a generic code that anyone can use. I've used it a few times and never was asked for id.

you may try /Use Budget BCD Number : U405381 for discount up to 30%
plus free upgrade with the following coupon

UUCZ012

Have not had any luck with these codes -- except in terms of resulting in higher quotes. As always, YMMV, but just curious where these come from?

I am always very reluctant to use codes "with no knowledge of origin."

Book through southwest.com
 

I was putzing around looking for a cheap rental for the weekend, I've booked through Hotwire in the past, but just going to southwest.com and booking through their site(easiest if your'e logged in) got me the best discount and some bonus miles to boot. Got a compact for $11.95/day before taxes/fees.

"From November 1, 2011 through May 31, 2012,, you can earn up to 2,400 Rapid Rewards Points and save up to 30% or more on qualifying Budget rentals. This offer is valid on all car groups at any participating Budget airport location in the United States.
Rent for 1 - 2 days and earn 600 points & save up to 30% or more
Rent for 3 – 7 days and earn 1,200 points & save up to 30% or more
Rent for 8+ days and earn 2,400 points & save up to 30% or more


For reservations, book online at southwest.com and enter coupon number MUAZ017 in the Coupon field to receive up to 2,400 points and enter BCD #U072700 in the Corporate/ID Rate field to receive up to 30% or more off your rental. Discounts greater than 30% may be available in certain markets. Be sure to provide your Rapid Rewards account number at the time of reservation or check in to receive your points."

sign up for their email for some good deals+codes. An email a week....and 1 in 4 emails has something worth using...

I saw this code on Slickdeals and have used it twice with no problem or questions. Neither the reservation, receipt, or online gives any sort of title or affiliation code. :)

If you use the free upgrade code it only works for Discover cards and you must provide CC info at booking.

I used just the BCD code both times and got the same price plus no request to enter CC info and could pay with any that I liked either now or at the counter. ^

free upgrade promo, i didnt see the coupon code in the link so i am sending the link. It is an Adchoice banner ad targeted based off my cookies

http://www.budget.com/budgetWeb/html...grade&mpch=ads

for the FREE upgrade coupon (e.g. it'll show COUPON APPLIED to all cars from compact to intermediate, or Ford Focus to Dodge Avenger, and Ford Fusion)

this is 4 days at SFO

which one do we pick?
the Ford Focus ($134) and hope for FREE upgrade at pick-up from the coupon

or Ford Fusion ($154) and hope for $20 discount at pick-up from the coupon?

Thanks

Code BCD - Y126500 gives a pretty nice discount...


BUT using it on the budget.com website shows the following message right on the top of the search results - "You'll be asked to provide proof of USAA affiliation when you pick up your vehicle."

Is this something that one should take seriously?

Blue Nile Travel Group corp code:

BCD Z201872

No problem really, you can simply print out your USAA membership card

You pick the smaller one and expect the upgrade. I have never not gotten the upgrade to a higher zone. You will not get a discount by picking fusion

Thanks, let me try changing my reservation and hope the rate stays

will report back, although $20 is small difference