Originally Posted by YVR_Flyer123

So I needed a car last week as mine was in the shop. I’ve was $43 a day. Not too bad but this seemed in line with what I usually pay.

I’m EE. The lot at YVR had 2 cars when I arrived. The agent wanted to give me a Chevy Equinox which I declined and asked nicely for the Durango Hemi.

When I returned the car. All I saw was a Ford Ecosport. I would’ve had a fit (somewhat joking) if I was given that for $43/day. The greeter told me only 10 cars were reserved that day so I’m wondering why the rates haven’t decreased.

Originally Posted by bocastephen

If you are renting long term, you should plan a day trip to the LA area, open your contract at LA/Venice and then stop by the LAX location to swap into the car that you want. The staff was super helpful when I did this.

What I did was go to LAX first, looked at their selection, chose a car that I liked, the manager put that car on hold while I went up to Venice to open the contract and I drove to LAX with something that location didn't want, then I swapped into my Mercedes and off I went - and I don't need to do anything further for 3 months vs my weekly stops at National/Anaheim to renew with the $20 coupon and generate extra free days (or one-two-frees). I don't think I am switching permanently as I am sure the SIXT rates will get a big boost once things return to near-normal, and I still need another 40 National rental days to keep EE.