May 19, 2019, 4:20 pm
Last edit by: FlyinHawaiian
January 2021 Update, courtesy of CalItalian:
Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty are now permanently combined in the Hertz facility until the move in a couple of years to the under construction consolidated car rental facility/garage a mile to the west on the corner of Arbor Vitae and La Cienega.
Returns do not allow agents to check in cars and provide in-person receipts; it has to be emailed. Contracts will not be closed until the vehicle has been sanitized. Be sure to take a photo of your dashboard (fuel gauge/mileage) and any other photos of the vehicle before you leave it in case there are any issues.
Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty are now permanently combined in the Hertz facility until the move in a couple of years to the under construction consolidated car rental facility/garage a mile to the west on the corner of Arbor Vitae and La Cienega.
Returns do not allow agents to check in cars and provide in-person receipts; it has to be emailed. Contracts will not be closed until the vehicle has been sanitized. Be sure to take a photo of your dashboard (fuel gauge/mileage) and any other photos of the vehicle before you leave it in case there are any issues.
Consolidated "Renting at LAX; What Kind of Cars to Expect?" Thread
May 16, 2018, 9:17 am
#211
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Korea, USA
Programs: IC Dia RA / Marriott LT Plat / WOH Globalist / Hilton Diamond / OZ Diamond Plus
Posts: 340
May 16, 2018, 9:26 am
#212
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Gloucestershire
Programs: BA Gold (ex-GGL, maybe future Silver), Hilton Diamond
Posts: 6,201
Almost certainly not going to happen. Ultimate Series are (almost) never in the $25/35 per day slots.
If you like Land Rovers, you may get "lucky" with an Evoque in the PC area or maybe a Discovery Sport for $25 per day, but anything beyond that would be an unexpected bonus.
If you like Land Rovers, you may get "lucky" with an Evoque in the PC area or maybe a Discovery Sport for $25 per day, but anything beyond that would be an unexpected bonus.
May 18, 2018, 11:10 pm
#213
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: PHX
Programs: UA 1K, AA EXP, Hyatt Globalist, IHG Plat, HH Gold, Marriott Gold, Hertz PC, Avis PC
Posts: 144
I have seen Surburbans/Yukons from time to time in PC. Also occasionally an Explorer. If you're not in a hurry, it pays to wait around. They are always bringing in fresh vehicles, so you might get lucky. One time I waited around for 5-10 minutes and I snagged a Challenger R/T.
May 22, 2018, 7:03 pm
#214
Join Date: Aug 2017
Posts: 103
I'm so sad! I got a great deal on a month long rental and rocked up yesterday to find a Range Rover Sport sitting in PC! There was a Hertz person sitting in it with the engine running so I figured they were just getting ready to move it, so I walked just a bit further along but keeping my eye out on it and quick as a flash as soon as the Hertz dude got out, someone was there and took it! DAMMIT! So close. Shoulda just knocked on the window and asked. Next time....
But it was quite a good selection anyway yesterday. Less 300s than usual thank god, but a few Rogues and GMC's (Acadia and Terrain) a Wrangler, a Grand Cherokee , a Cadillac CTS and a new Outback. I was tempted by the Outback as I haven't driven one before. However I took a 2019 Jeep Cherokee mainly because it was pretty new, a well equipped Limited model with the technology and luxury package - pretty much fully loaded with everything you'd want and with a few road trips planned I want a mix of space and economy. Should do nicely for a month.
But it was quite a good selection anyway yesterday. Less 300s than usual thank god, but a few Rogues and GMC's (Acadia and Terrain) a Wrangler, a Grand Cherokee , a Cadillac CTS and a new Outback. I was tempted by the Outback as I haven't driven one before. However I took a 2019 Jeep Cherokee mainly because it was pretty new, a well equipped Limited model with the technology and luxury package - pretty much fully loaded with everything you'd want and with a few road trips planned I want a mix of space and economy. Should do nicely for a month.
May 24, 2018, 12:40 pm
#215
Join Date: Jan 2017
Location: DTW
Posts: 46
LAX on Saturday early evening. The shuttle was completely full, including standing space. PC had 3 cars. A 300C (already taken), Toyota Avalon, and an almost new Challenger R/T. I'm not ashamed to admit that I did a small jog to make sure I got the Challenger. Someone turned up in PC about 20 seconds after me, so I lucked out.
That was the only one left in the adrenaline collection that I hadn't tried. Fun car!
That was the only one left in the adrenaline collection that I hadn't tried. Fun car!
May 24, 2018, 1:02 pm
#216
Join Date: May 2012
Location: STL
Posts: 130
LAX on Saturday early evening. The shuttle was completely full, including standing space. PC had 3 cars. A 300C (already taken), Toyota Avalon, and an almost new Challenger R/T. I'm not ashamed to admit that I did a small jog to make sure I got the Challenger. Someone turned up in PC about 20 seconds after me, so I lucked out.
That was the only one left in the adrenaline collection that I hadn't tried. Fun car!
That was the only one left in the adrenaline collection that I hadn't tried. Fun car!
May 26, 2018, 7:26 am
#217
Join Date: May 2018
Posts: 2
Renter qx80 suv for 3 weeks in August, what to expect
hi
Ive rented a q80 from the prestige collection. I need a 7 seater.
What to expect and what is the wisest take in this category in LAX?
I saw that the escalade and the discovery are an option in this category as well?
Thanks!
Ive rented a q80 from the prestige collection. I need a 7 seater.
What to expect and what is the wisest take in this category in LAX?
I saw that the escalade and the discovery are an option in this category as well?
Thanks!
May 26, 2018, 7:49 pm
#218
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Bangkok, Thailand. No longer Palm Coast, FL though still exiled, again, from the Bay Area.
Programs: Only the good ones
Posts: 5,153
PC at LAX
Did my first PC rental (UPG'd from 5* due to UA 1K,) at LAX in April. Reserved a Premium on points and got a nce Maxima (though I did have an extra day charge thanks to BA cancelling my LAX-LHR flight.) A little high mileage (30k+) but nice ride.
May 28, 2018, 11:04 am
#219
Join Date: Mar 2011
Programs: Emerald Club Executive Elite, Hertz President ś Circle , AF- KLM Flying Blue, BA Executive Club
Posts: 80
I was there may 10 around 18.00 hrs.
3 Chevy Equinox. 1 basic Nissan Roque.
1 Ford Edge wich i took .
That was all on suv's in the President Circle.
Think i go to National for my next LA rental in oct.
3 Chevy Equinox. 1 basic Nissan Roque.
1 Ford Edge wich i took .
That was all on suv's in the President Circle.
Think i go to National for my next LA rental in oct.
May 29, 2018, 10:30 am
#220
Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: LAX
Programs: AS
Posts: 29
Hi
I am renting an L SFAR class car in June and was wondering what type of car I am likely to get. I was really hoping not to get a Hyundai Santa Fe.
Also, what are the chances of being able to talk my way into renting a Volvo S90 if I am under 25?
Thanks
I am renting an L SFAR class car in June and was wondering what type of car I am likely to get. I was really hoping not to get a Hyundai Santa Fe.
Also, what are the chances of being able to talk my way into renting a Volvo S90 if I am under 25?
Thanks
May 29, 2018, 6:17 pm
#221
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Programs: United 1K, Hilton Diamond, National Executive Elite, Hertz President's Circle
Posts: 690
Unless you are PC and find one in the aisle, I doubt you can talk your way up to it. I’m not sure why you couldn’t get a S90 being under 25, why don’t you think you can?
May 30, 2018, 2:53 am
#222
Join Date: Jul 2017
Programs: SPG Gold, AMEX Plat, Hertz PC, National Executive
Posts: 3
L SFAR is a midsize SUV and a Volvo S90 is a luxury (maybe a level higher) sedan, do you want an SUV or a sedan?
Unless you are PC and find one in the aisle, I doubt you can talk your way up to it. I’m not sure why you couldn’t get a S90 being under 25, why don’t you think you can?
May 30, 2018, 3:59 pm
#223
Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: LAX
Programs: AS
Posts: 29
L SFAR is a midsize SUV and a Volvo S90 is a luxury (maybe a level higher) sedan, do you want an SUV or a sedan?
Unless you are PC and find one in the aisle, I doubt you can talk your way up to it. I’m not sure why you couldn’t get a S90 being under 25, why don’t you think you can?
Jun 4, 2018, 8:56 am
#224
Join Date: May 2012
Location: STL
Posts: 130
Picked up from PC on 5/26 at noon.
Choice was pick your color Avalon, 300 s, Q50, or Maxima SV. There was a Q70, an Equinox LT, and a Challenger sprinkled in. All of the Avalons and Infinitis appeared higher mileage and either reeked of smoke or deodorizer.
Settled on a Maxima with 6,000 miles, which was fine except the SV trim isn't that great.
Unimpressed with my first PC experience compared to National.
Choice was pick your color Avalon, 300 s, Q50, or Maxima SV. There was a Q70, an Equinox LT, and a Challenger sprinkled in. All of the Avalons and Infinitis appeared higher mileage and either reeked of smoke or deodorizer.
Settled on a Maxima with 6,000 miles, which was fine except the SV trim isn't that great.
Unimpressed with my first PC experience compared to National.
Jun 4, 2018, 8:02 pm
#225
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: NYC
Programs: UA Plat, National Exec Elite
Posts: 664
Last 3 Hertz rentals were Q60 3.0t, Jaguar XE, Land Rover Discovery Sport
Last 3 Hertz rentals were Ford Ecosport, Mazda CX5, Mustang Convertible