Cars at LAS
May 24, 2008, 12:31 am
#16
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Tonight Executive Selection had one Volvo S60 (that I took as the employee brought it in) and dozens of Chargers, Magnums, Journeys, Impalas, and some other assorted cars (including one pickup truck). Interesting enough there was a Cadillac DTS in regular Emerald Aisle but not other Caddies anywhere so I'm not sure if the DTS was there by mistake.
The National gate agent gave me a printed contract which clearly showed the price I expected (with a web coupon) which I found to be a nice touch rather than getting nothing back. There was also a specific sign welcoming my company which just added National to its preferred vendor list
The National gate agent gave me a printed contract which clearly showed the price I expected (with a web coupon) which I found to be a nice touch rather than getting nothing back. There was also a specific sign welcoming my company which just added National to its preferred vendor list
Jun 14, 2008, 1:06 am
#18
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Your odds of a hybrid suv ona holiday weekend are horrible. What time are you arriving? In my experience, the greatest selection is there noon-6pm. On July 3, I would anticipate the least desirable cars being the only things left - think lots of suvs and vans given the fuel cost spike anticipated for that weekend.
Let us know what you end up with.
Originally Posted by wink2k
Hi guy,
Any recent rental at LAS that people find a nice decent car with good gas milage? Will be there on July 3, hoping some1 would have a head up idea for me, praying to get a Highlander Hybrid is that possible? Thank you
Any recent rental at LAS that people find a nice decent car with good gas milage? Will be there on July 3, hoping some1 would have a head up idea for me, praying to get a Highlander Hybrid is that possible?
Thank youLet us know what you end up with.
Jun 15, 2008, 1:15 am
#19
Join Date: Apr 2008
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HI Mrp ALert
My flight arrive at 9am, but I reserve at 10am just though I allow myself and the shuttle bus with traffic plenty of time. OH about that is there any xtra charge or hassle if I cam a little early for my reservation? Is 9-10am a good time in Exective aisle? I'll sure update with any info.
My flight arrive at 9am, but I reserve at 10am just though I allow myself and the shuttle bus with traffic plenty of time. OH about that is there any xtra charge or hassle if I cam a little early for my reservation? Is 9-10am a good time in Exective aisle? I'll sure update with any info.
Jun 19, 2008, 6:17 pm
#21
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Word of warning about the Volvo S-60 I took one from the Executive selection at LAS last Tuesday pulled up at the PH valet go out leaving the key in the ignition closed the door and when the valet tried to open it all the doors had self-locked with the keys in the ignition.
Called National's Road Service and they sent a Door lock service and told me they were going to charge me $48 (which I intend to despute mightily
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The serviceman told this seems to occur quite a number of times with this model.
mike
Called National's Road Service and they sent a Door lock service and told me they were going to charge me $48 (which I intend to despute mightily
) The serviceman told this seems to occur quite a number of times with this model.
mike
Jun 19, 2008, 10:14 pm
#22
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Speaking of that.. the S60 scared me.. Was heading back to SFO for my flight at night, and pulled into a petrol kiosk to refill. After pumping, the car refused to start despite cranking for a good 10 min! I was about to scream.. Good thing someone helped to trouble shoot was on my way before long.
Jun 20, 2008, 5:21 am
#23
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Word of warning about the Volvo S-60 I took one from the Executive selection at LAS last Tuesday pulled up at the PH valet go out leaving the key in the ignition closed the door and when the valet tried to open it all the doors had self-locked with the keys in the ignition.
Called National's Road Service and they sent a Door lock service and told me they were going to charge me $48 (which I intend to despute mightily)
The serviceman told this seems to occur quite a number of times with this model.
mike
Called National's Road Service and they sent a Door lock service and told me they were going to charge me $48 (which I intend to despute mightily
) The serviceman told this seems to occur quite a number of times with this model.
mike
Self-locking is user-programmable.
Jun 20, 2008, 3:48 pm
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Jun 27, 2008, 10:23 am
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Jun 27, 2008, 4:33 pm
#29
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Yes, it's typical for high-end European cars to lock automatically, key in ignition or not. It's also typical for vehicles to lock (or worse, to re-arm the alarm and not lock) if a door isn't opened within xx seconds of hitting the unlock button.
Jun 27, 2008, 4:50 pm
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I think what is available at any city at any time is an almost random event.