February 2014 Car Rental Deal Watch

[MinnieForMe]

I would NOT use the above mentioned code (Ohio State) for fear of getting into an accident and not being able to file a claim. Here is another thread on it.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=42129185

 

[redrosesix]

I hope these prices go down at some point.. The best deal I have so far is Feb 16-25th through Alamo at $477.00.. (Military rate) Last year during the Easter week for 11 days I paid $230.00 through Thrifty.. Oh please come down car rates...

Ikr I don't usually pay more than $200 for 2 weeks for a compact for our dates. But I also know that I won't be finalizing my reservation until the coupon codes for those dates come out with Alamo -- we almost always use the weekly rental code. And I have snagged a couple of specials closer to our dates in the past (one year I made the reservation the night before we left, less than 12 hours before we were due to arrive in Orlando but I'm hoping I can get something I'm comfortable with a long time before that)

I actually do know somebody who went to Ohio State so I'm wondering.....

 

[tinkerbellmamma]

I am not finding any good deals on a mini-van for Feb 13-21

 

[ashleyrm]

National updated their coupons through Feb 24. $25 off weekly rental (economy through full size, 5 day minimum with Sat night stay) ND3265FFC

Other National specials updated as well: https://www.nationalcar.com/index.do?action=hotDeals.do&type=uszl-withnav-header

 

[jennwdw]

If you are coming in for the weekend (Princess 1/2) Dollar has a great rate if you return by 9am monday. I got a midsize for just under $100. It's the best rate I've found. It was listed under specials/"special weekend rates".

 

[roadtripper]

Just booked a mid size SUV through Dollar with the code 5CO6E for Pres Week. I loathe Dollar, but may cave in b/c nothing else is close. I did keep my Alamo res for 249 just in case.

 

[robin19871]

Just booked a mid size SUV through Dollar with the code 5CO6E for Pres Week. I loathe Dollar, but may cave in b/c nothing else is close. I did keep my Alamo res for 249 just in case.

THANK YOU for the heads up on this...I just re booked and saved over $100.00 using Thrifty which is a Dollar counterpart.... I have had nothing but good things to say about Thrifty in the past 5 times we have used them... Hoping the prices still go down but it is getting better thanks to you..

 

[Belle599]

After looking for about a week or so, here's the best that I've come up with for Feb 8-17 9 whole days for whatever class of car is best value:

Budget: $225
National: $258

Way too high for my liking so hopefully we see some downwards movement in the next couple of weeks!

 

[ashleyrm]

After looking for about a week or so, here's the best that I've come up with for Feb 8-17 9 whole days for whatever class of car is best value:

Budget: $225
National: $258

Way too high for my liking so hopefully we see some downwards movement in the next couple of weeks!

Which car class for those prices? $225 for 9 days is pretty darn good (unless you are talking compact...)

 

[Belle599]

Which car class for those prices? $225 for 9 days is pretty darn good (unless you are talking compact...)

Budget - Econobox
National - Midsize (so Emerald Aisle)

I am spoiled from always travelling in off-season so over $200 is like a whole new world to me!!

 

[Shelly F - Ohio]

Budget - Econobox
National - Midsize (so Emerald Aisle)

I am spoiled from always travelling in off-season so over $200 is like a whole new world to me!!

OUCH!!! $200 or more is crazy. I usually go on Feb and never pay more that $115 for a midsize for a week. But then again I don't book my car until the Tues before my trip. That's because Tues is the day they release last minute car rate.
So be patient and keep looking you should be able to get it much cheaper.

 

[CassieF]

OUCH!!! $200 or more is crazy. I usually go on Feb and never pay more that $115 for a midsize for a week. But then again I don't book my car until the Tues before my trip. That's because Tues is the day they release last minute car rate.
So be patient and keep looking you should be able to get it much cheaper.

This gives me some hope! I am currently booked with dollar for $200 for the first week of Feb and would love to get it down!

 

[ashleyrm]

OUCH!!! $200 or more is crazy. I usually go on Feb and never pay more that $115 for a midsize for a week. But then again I don't book my car until the Tues before my trip. That's because Tues is the day they release last minute car rate.
So be patient and keep looking you should be able to get it much cheaper.

I think it's the 9 days that is driving up the price. Weekly rates are usually cheaper and then adding extra days drives up the price. $115 for a week would be amazing. I'll have to keep checking...

 

[ashleyrm]

OUCH!!! $200 or more is crazy. I usually go on Feb and never pay more that $115 for a midsize for a week. But then again I don't book my car until the Tues before my trip. That's because Tues is the day they release last minute car rate.
So be patient and keep looking you should be able to get it much cheaper.

Curious - Who have your rented from to get that $115 rate in February? I will have to keep checking. My trip is Feb 7-13, and the best I've been able to get is National using Emerald club and $25 coupon - total $210.

 

[Belle599]

Yep 9 days so that is $25/day all in for the least expensive option.....for an Economy!!

Ok I will try to be patient now.

 

[redrosesix]

Just checked Alamo and they have the $25 off weekly rentals coupon out til feb 24th... if your original rental was going to be more than $175 per week. Not good for a compact but somebody here may be able to use it.

We'll use it for a mid size SUV if the rates on those come down enough.

Coupon code: AD2893AND

 

[ashleyrm]

Just checked Alamo and they have the $25 off weekly rentals coupon out til feb 24th... if your original rental was going to be more than $175 per week. Not good for a compact but somebody here may be able to use it.

We'll use it for a mid size SUV if the rates on those come down enough.

Coupon code: AD2893AND

Just tried to use that coupon and got this: We’re sorry, but this Coupon is no longer available at this location.

Boo....

 

[redrosesix]

Just tried to use that coupon and got this: Were sorry, but this Coupon is no longer available at this location.

Boo....

omg same!!! (and I added it by clicking on their coupon)...might be dropping Alamo as my go-to car rental supplier. checking Car Rental Momma and they don't have anywhere near the lowest rates. and now this!! The stupid coupon just came out.

 

[Belle599]

Most coupons do not work at MCO anymore, unfortunately.

 

[Belle599]

After looking for about a week or so, here's the best that I've come up with for Feb 8-17 9 whole days for whatever class of car is best value:

Budget: $225
National: $258

Way too high for my liking so hopefully we see some downwards movement in the next couple of weeks!

Adding an Avis compact to the list also at $258.