Car Rental Question

[rigsby25]

I went to rent a car today and was shocked to see that it would cost about 300.00 to rent an SUV for 3 days. For 3 days I think it cost us about 200 in November. And last May, it cost about 180.00 for a week. Does it matter how far in advance you reserve, or is it according to the season?

 

[safetymom]

You might get some good suggestions if you post this on the transportation board. I am sure you will get some good suggestions to cut the cost.

When are you going? That would make a difference.

 

[disneysteve]

When are you going? That would make a difference.

And why do you need an SUV? What will you be doing with the rental - towing something or hauling a lot of stuff? It would probably be a whole lot cheaper to get a car or van if that would suffice for your needs.

 

[3Mousketeers]

Check out Mousesavers.com for advice for getting discounts on rental cars. We got a minivan for 5 days in February for $135 plus tax.

 

[mochabean]

Also try rentalcodes.com for discount codes for most of the major agencies.

And you would probably get more responses if you posted this in the transportation forum. In fact I bet there are threads there now addressing this very issue!

 

[ccrosner]

We just got back last night. Rented a Ford Taurus from Hertz (from Thurs. a.m. until Monday p.m.). Cost $149. We did have a one day free coupon. Think you can do better and would definitely question why the SUV. They kill you on those rentals.