Cars at LGA
Jun 21, 2013, 10:55 am
#121
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Cars at LGA
In my opinion, best days for pick ups at this location are thursday and sunday evenings. Everytime i have been here on a mon, tues and wed. It has been pretty bare. Last thursday (6/13/13) es lot was filed with cars. saw 2 mustang soft tops, 1 chevy camaro, and just about one of every car and suv tupical for National. Premium spaces had several volvos (xc60 and i think xc70?) 1 bmw x5, 2 or 3 infiniti's and a camaro (brand new).
Jun 30, 2013, 6:48 am
#122
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: NYC
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Morning of 6/29:
ES was about 1/2 full:
3 Malibu LTZ, 1 '14 Impala, 2 Taurus Limited, 1 Genesis, 2 Maxima, 1 Escape SEL, 1 Legacy, 1 Challenger, 4 Altima S, 2 Kia Optima, 1 Accord
EA was very bare:
1 Sonata Hybrid, 2 Optima, 1 Camry, 2 Avengers.
Luxury:
6(!) mustang convertibles, 1 S60, 1 Challenger
I took a Fusion SE with Luxury Pkg and 2L Ecoboost from the return stack. I thought it was a titanium at first because of the 18" wheels and dual exhausts. Nevertheless, the ride was very good, it's quiet, has a powerful engine, and looks great! I do find it strange that National buys the Luxury Pkg and 2L engine upgrades but not the tech package with MyFord Touch and the backup camera.
ES was about 1/2 full:
3 Malibu LTZ, 1 '14 Impala, 2 Taurus Limited, 1 Genesis, 2 Maxima, 1 Escape SEL, 1 Legacy, 1 Challenger, 4 Altima S, 2 Kia Optima, 1 Accord
EA was very bare:
1 Sonata Hybrid, 2 Optima, 1 Camry, 2 Avengers.
Luxury:
6(!) mustang convertibles, 1 S60, 1 Challenger
I took a Fusion SE with Luxury Pkg and 2L Ecoboost from the return stack. I thought it was a titanium at first because of the 18" wheels and dual exhausts. Nevertheless, the ride was very good, it's quiet, has a powerful engine, and looks great! I do find it strange that National buys the Luxury Pkg and 2L engine upgrades but not the tech package with MyFord Touch and the backup camera.
Jun 30, 2013, 8:26 am
#123
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Cars at LGA
Has anyone else noted that rental rates from manhattan locations have spiked recently? I am seeing rather rediculous rates for weekend and weeklong rentals!
Jun 30, 2013, 9:25 am
#124
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: NYC
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It always spikes during the summer, lots of people want to get out of the city during weekends to the hamptons, poconos, etc.
Jul 21, 2013, 7:11 am
#125
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Location: NYC
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Very empty lot morning of sat 7/20:
ES: Tiguan (mine), 2 300's, Lacrosse, Patriot, Maxima, Genesis, Equinox, Explorer and a couple of Malibus and Impalas
EA: Sonata, Avenger, 200
Luxury: JX35, MKS, 200 convert, Mustang convert
ES: Tiguan (mine), 2 300's, Lacrosse, Patriot, Maxima, Genesis, Equinox, Explorer and a couple of Malibus and Impalas
EA: Sonata, Avenger, 200
Luxury: JX35, MKS, 200 convert, Mustang convert
Jul 28, 2013, 7:50 pm
#126
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Morning of Sat 7/27
Lot was about 1/2 full
ES: 1 300, 4 Avalon, 4 Patriot, 3 Altima, 5 Maxima, 3 Captiva, 2 Challenger, 1 Venza, and 2 Terrain
EA: Sonata Hybrid, Altima, CX9, Equinox, Impala, and a Venza
Luxury: X5, XC60
Lot was about 1/2 full
ES: 1 300, 4 Avalon, 4 Patriot, 3 Altima, 5 Maxima, 3 Captiva, 2 Challenger, 1 Venza, and 2 Terrain
EA: Sonata Hybrid, Altima, CX9, Equinox, Impala, and a Venza
Luxury: X5, XC60
Aug 20, 2013, 7:33 pm
#127
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Friday 8/16 evening:
ES had lots of premiums: 4 '14 Impala 2LT's, 3 Avalons, 4 Taurus Limited, 3 Maxima, a Genesis, and the usual FCARS
Compact section had a 500 and a base Mini Cooper
I took a '14 Impala 2LT with Convenience, Advanced Safety, and Premium Seating packages in "$RED". The "$RED" paint (Crystal Red Tintcoat) really shines in sunlight.
ES had lots of premiums: 4 '14 Impala 2LT's, 3 Avalons, 4 Taurus Limited, 3 Maxima, a Genesis, and the usual FCARS
Compact section had a 500 and a base Mini Cooper
I took a '14 Impala 2LT with Convenience, Advanced Safety, and Premium Seating packages in "$RED". The "$RED" paint (Crystal Red Tintcoat) really shines in sunlight.
Aug 20, 2013, 9:47 pm
#128
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Aug 21, 2013, 8:01 pm
#129
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Sep 10, 2013, 7:00 pm
#130
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EA and ES very SUV and minivan heavy. A few Altimas and Challengers for good measure. I grabbed what I thought was a Grand Cherokee, but as I was on a conference call and not paying attention, I ended up in a Compass.
What a terrible car. Anemic engine, barge-like handling, and horrid fit and finish. It's no wonder all of these crapboxes end up in rental fleets.
What a terrible car. Anemic engine, barge-like handling, and horrid fit and finish. It's no wonder all of these crapboxes end up in rental fleets.
Sep 10, 2013, 8:14 pm
#131
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Sep 12, 2013, 3:51 pm
#132
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Sep 29, 2013, 7:21 pm
#134
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Sat 9/28 at 8PM
Lot was pretty empty. ES had Avalon, Tahoe, Captiva, Malibu (2), Altima (2)
EA had 3 old body style impalas.
Sun 9/29 at 5PM
ES: Maxima, Avalon, Tahoe, Taurus, Challenger, '14 Implala and the usual FCAR's.
EA: Jetta Sportwagen the only standout.
Lot was pretty empty. ES had Avalon, Tahoe, Captiva, Malibu (2), Altima (2)
EA had 3 old body style impalas.
Sun 9/29 at 5PM
ES: Maxima, Avalon, Tahoe, Taurus, Challenger, '14 Implala and the usual FCAR's.
EA: Jetta Sportwagen the only standout.
Sep 30, 2013, 12:53 pm
#135
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Location: Chicago, Illinois
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Thanks for the update xienon.
I'll be picking up on Thursday, how's the staff here and what are my chances of getting an upgrade on my Full Size SUV reservation being it seems the Tahoe has been on the ES.
I don't technically need a Full Size SUV...what are some of the vehicles that stand out that this location typically stocks?
I'll be picking up on Thursday, how's the staff here and what are my chances of getting an upgrade on my Full Size SUV reservation being it seems the Tahoe has been on the ES.
I don't technically need a Full Size SUV...what are some of the vehicles that stand out that this location typically stocks?