Cars at HNL
Mar 7, 2022, 12:15 pm
#526
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Very slim pickings this morning (Monday). Executive had 3 Dodge Challengers and a 2020 Malibu. Emerald had a Passat, Jetta, two Camrys, and a Malibu.
I had a full-size Executive reservation and took the Passat. 2021 model with 7k on the odometer.
I had a full-size Executive reservation and took the Passat. 2021 model with 7k on the odometer.
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Mar 28, 2022, 9:36 am
#527
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Nice to see they've fully moved in to the new facility. A huge upgrade over the prior location in the parking garage (though I still miss the open lot). They now have a proper aisle where you are able to pick your own car, keys inside, no more having to ask the attendant.
Arrived around 1 pm on Friday, Executive Aisle was well stocked. Saw several Mustang convertibles, a QX50, a Camaro convertibles, and several Mercedes GLAs (not clear they were available for executives though). Just grabbed the first Mustang and didn't really scope things out.
Service extremely friendly!
Arrived around 1 pm on Friday, Executive Aisle was well stocked. Saw several Mustang convertibles, a QX50, a Camaro convertibles, and several Mercedes GLAs (not clear they were available for executives though). Just grabbed the first Mustang and didn't really scope things out.
Service extremely friendly!
May 2, 2022, 12:38 am
#528
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Picked up mid-day Saturday. Airport was busy but the National section seemed very well stocked.
ES had a variety of intermediate crossovers (RAV4 LE, Rogue SV, some sort of Mazda, some sort of Kia, a PHEV Mitsubishi) and a Pathfinder. Emerald Aisle had your choice of full size sedan: Kia K5, Altima SV, or Camry LE.
I had a luxury reservation and was offered an Audi Q3, Q5, or Q7; BMW X3; or a Chrysler 300 (politely passed). Took the Q7, which was a nicely equipped 2-month old 2022 55 Premium Plus with under 2k miles. They had a couple Alfa Romeo SUVs that I considered inquiring about, but decided the Q7 was probably the nicest (and newest) choice.
Executive Selection at HNL
Emerald Aisle at HNL
ES had a variety of intermediate crossovers (RAV4 LE, Rogue SV, some sort of Mazda, some sort of Kia, a PHEV Mitsubishi) and a Pathfinder. Emerald Aisle had your choice of full size sedan: Kia K5, Altima SV, or Camry LE.
I had a luxury reservation and was offered an Audi Q3, Q5, or Q7; BMW X3; or a Chrysler 300 (politely passed). Took the Q7, which was a nicely equipped 2-month old 2022 55 Premium Plus with under 2k miles. They had a couple Alfa Romeo SUVs that I considered inquiring about, but decided the Q7 was probably the nicest (and newest) choice.
Executive Selection at HNL
Emerald Aisle at HNL
May 8, 2022, 1:33 am
#529
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Picked up early Saturday morning. Lot was full.
Among the usual selection, Executive had a couple of new Nissan Frontier Crew Cab SV pickups (SPAR), Pathfinder, Mazda CX-30, Mazda CX-9, a couple Chrysler Pacificas, and a 2019 Honda Accord. There was also a 2020 Jaguar F-PACE, an Infiniti Q50, and a 2020 Cadillac XTS that appeared to be Executive offerings since they had the keys inside.
Emerald Aisle had the typical selection of Camrys, Altimas, and a few small SUVs.
I probably should have taken the Jaguar, but went with the 2022 Pathfinder with 3k miles instead since I've been wanting to try the redesigned version. Very impressed with it, even though it was just an SV model.
Executive Selection
Emerald Aisle
Among the usual selection, Executive had a couple of new Nissan Frontier Crew Cab SV pickups (SPAR), Pathfinder, Mazda CX-30, Mazda CX-9, a couple Chrysler Pacificas, and a 2019 Honda Accord. There was also a 2020 Jaguar F-PACE, an Infiniti Q50, and a 2020 Cadillac XTS that appeared to be Executive offerings since they had the keys inside.
Emerald Aisle had the typical selection of Camrys, Altimas, and a few small SUVs.
I probably should have taken the Jaguar, but went with the 2022 Pathfinder with 3k miles instead since I've been wanting to try the redesigned version. Very impressed with it, even though it was just an SV model.
Executive Selection
Emerald Aisle
May 8, 2022, 12:08 pm
#530
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I just checked for my upcoming trip in mid June - no corporate contract rates were started from $150/day and my corporate shaved 50% off that, leaving me around $80/day for a midsize or better. It's nice to see National still knows how to gouge customers.
May 8, 2022, 5:19 pm
#531
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My rental at Enterprise in Las Vegas was higher than pre-pandemic, but not that much higher (though, if I overheard the person picking up in front of me correctly, they were paying about $100/day for their rental before any add-ons).
May 8, 2022, 9:37 pm
#532
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I found the F Pace really disappointing. Might have gone with the XTS as I'm not a Nissan fan.
May 26, 2022, 2:36 am
#534
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I don't think they'll have an issue. When you get there, let the greeter know that you have a luxury reservation. They'll give you your options with your luxury reservation.
Jun 12, 2022, 7:59 pm
#536
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Jun 27, 2022, 11:23 am
#537
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Picked up a Jeep at the Executive Aisle at HNL on June 23 at 11 am. Jeeps were premium at OGG. At first there was only one jeep but it was a smaller model with no space for suitcases. Was about to pick a Pathfinder when a Wrangler Unlimited Sport got driven in to EA by an employee. It had plenty of room (we had 1 large and 4 carryon suitcases). SCORE! There were also a couple mustang convertibles, a couple minivans and smaller and midsize suv's. Great selection.
Aug 3, 2022, 3:21 am
#539
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I've picked a Wrangler off ES before, so it's possible. However, like every other EA/ES, availability of a specific vehicle can be hit or miss. If you absolutely must have one, you should reserve one.