curious401

I tried using that code in May in Newark. He did ask if I had my ID with me...I did not. He then asked if work could fax it to me. I was not able to use that code! Better have a back up

bob1008

I've never used the risky "maybe/maybe not" codes. It''s just not worth the stress and embarassment to maybe save an extra few bucks. There are plenty of codes on this thread that give a really good deal and are never questioned. In my opinion, if you rent often, you are better off to find a couple of "safe" codes that offer a good value and stick with them. Why even compare the rates against risky codes and be tempted with a slightly lower price that may or may not work? I've compared the high risk codes against my favorite codes (G417900 & A108386) and the savings are usually 5%or less. I also consider other code benefits in addition to price. Free LDW cap, unlimited mileage, free one-way, etc. In my opinion, renters that try every code in search of the absolute rock bottom price, without considering the risk and benefits issues are doing themselves a disservice.

milesmomma

Thanks for this advice! Appreciate everyone's helpful comments!

TrojanHorse

Never say never, I will take much greater risks (when using codes) when I'm renting locally whether for the miles or just to put the wear and tear on a rental vs. my own. I usually have back up plans at other near by locations so if I get shot down at say Avis, I walk next door to National etc. When I'm traveling via aircraft, I still will do it although I pretty much have to know the airport car rental system for back up plans. If I don't know the airport, I will be much less risky.

jazzmom

I successfully used N711304 for car rental in Italy last week. Picked up car in Florence and returned in Rome. Significant discount. No questions asked.

stokeCity

The A442100 code worked like a dream in LHR last week. Discount of 80 Pounds. Cost me 120 instead of 200 :-) Many thanks All.

ftung

Hi,

Last year when I was in the states I used my AVIS corporate AWD code P271899 for a 4 day hire pick up in LA and drop off at Vegas McCarran for $145.88. The prices included unlimited mileage but no LDW.

I'm heading back to the states later this year and this time I need a 5 day rental to be picked up at McCarran and drop off at LAX. The quote I got with the same AWD no longer includes unlimited mileage.

Could someone please help with providing a good AWD code that includes unlimited mileage.

Thanks a lot.

zerem

The AWD J046300 at avis.com for visitors to the US gives you unlimited mileage, LDW and ALI.

tmm1012

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zerem

You can't input coupons on the European Avis websites. I called the customer service in Sweden and the girl I talked to didn't even know what it was, since they only use AWDs.

Try booking the same on avis.com, avis.ca, avis.com.au or avis.co.nz and see if you get a similar price, because there you can add coupons. Note however that coupons are usually limited to specific countries, so will be rejected if you it use for a booking in another country.

IAHtraveler

Can you check your receipt to ensure your AWD was actually on the reservation? It's possible that a rental without an AWD was cheaper and Avis.com defaulted to that even if you put in your code.

lb2004

Quick question. If I make a reservation online do i have to enter a coupon code then or can i give them the coupon when i go to pick up the car. The reason I ask is because i'm not sure what coupon i want to use. I have a money off one and a free upgrade one and just not sure what i want to do.

bob1008

I would enter a coupon code, any code, and then use the one you want when you get there. The reason is that almost all coupon codes have blackout days, restrictions, location does not participate, etc. When you make the reservation, if the coupon is rejected, it tells you immediately.
If you have a code "plugged in" and accepted, at least you know that it will be honored. You can use any coupon you want once you get there. The coupons are never actually entered until the contract is entered.

zerem

Well, I'm flying with BA to LAX and at ba.com/avis they're giving me better rates than any AWD at avis.com. The only problems are that I then have to pre-pay and can't enter any coupon. I called the Avis customer service and they said they can't add a coupon to reservations made via ba.com. Maybe it's possible at the desk, but I wouldn't want to be greeted with

[rap]
This coupon is no can do,
you'll have to make do
with this Malibu
[/rap]

I'll save $50 by booking a full size rather than a premium, but if I can't be sure that the coupon will be accepted at the desk, I think I'll pay the extra money to be guaranteed a premium car. I'm only Preferred, so can't expect an upgrade without a coupon.

trekwars2000

Is the Costco code (A108386) still good to use without a costco card? The sam's rate is about 15% higher than the costco rate for a weekly rental JAX-TPA. Ironically the costco rate gives the same rate that B444000 does (employee rate). Hope that doesn't raise any red flags.