January 2012 Car Rentals

[dis2cruise]

Are there any discounts for only 1 day rentals?

Try 7014627 this is from Costco it should be 25% off for a one day car rental good on any type of car!

 

[rbettendorf]

Prices starting to come down some for my dates (beginning of Jan). Budget has intermediate cars for 8 days at $294 w/ AMEX code S208200.

 

[AllesonWonderland]

Prices starting to come down some for my dates (beginning of Jan). Budget has intermediate cars for 8 days at $294 w/ AMEX code S208200.

What are your dates? Alamo had some really low rates last week, though they've gone back up some for my dates (1/7-1/15). Glad I made a reservation when I did!

 

[rbettendorf]

My dates are 12/30 - 1/7, picking up from MCO.

Just tried some other codes at Budget and got an ever better rate! Using the Expedia public BCD X474200 and the $30 e-coupon code MUGZ029, I was able to get a standard SUV for $270 before taxes.

 

[laura428]

My dates are 12/30 - 1/7, picking up from MCO.

Just tried some other codes at Budget and got an ever better rate! Using the Expedia public BCD X474200 and the $30 e-coupon code MUGZ029, I was able to get a standard SUV for $270 before taxes.

Wow - I just plugged these in for 12/31-1/5, and it knocked $100 off the cost of an economy car from where it was when we looked a week ago. Brought it down to $195, or $264 including taxes/fees.

Now, if only my MIL had taken my advice and not locked herself into a $300 rate a month ago...

 

[KT27]

I just Pricelined for Jan 9-13. I got Avis and bid $25/day for a standard car (ford fusion or similar)


Your Offer Price: $25.00 (per day)
Total Rental Days: 4 days(3 days and 17 1/2 hours)
Subtotal: $100.00
Taxes and Fees: $52.84
Total Charges: $152.84
Lowest Published Price: $390.94
Total Savings:* $238.10 (You saved 61%)

 

[n2mm]

Are there any January/2012 coupons out yet for National? I've not seen any, but haven't looked too hard. The rates are dropping, so that's always good. I just can't believe that there are no coupons out yet for 2012.

Ask and you will receive. Right after posting this, I got an email for a new National coupon that's good until Feb.

$35 coupon (code: ND8598AAP)

Plus my rate has dropped for my week (Jan. 18th 10 nights)

 

[Michael623]

Wow did you overpay! You've locked in a rate that is higher than I've ever paid anywhere in the US. I swear I won't rub it in when I pay <$120 for a midsized for 8-days in January.

 

[KT27]

3 days 17 hrs that doesn't include a Saturday stay I couldn't get for under $248. I tried numerous coupon codes but the majority do not work because its under a 5 day stay. I tried my USAA discount as well as Visa and others. Just showing others if they have a short stay $25/day is a decent price to pay.

 

[Michael623]

I was a little bit hasty with my post, I was actually looking at the amount you saved ($238.10) and though that was the price you're paying. The no over Saturday is a killer for car rental prices.

 

[jmasgat]

Just modified my Alamo rental. Used an Insider coupon for $40/wk off and the Costco member ID and now have a compact car for $69 tax included! I only need it from Jan6-Jan10, but the rate was a weekly rate (since it is 5 days).

So keep checking Alamo. Even their non-Costco rate was down under $100.

 

[korie99]

I also just got a great rate through Alamo using my Insiders discount, $40 coupon and Costco member ID - midsize rental for $95 with all fees included for 1/14 -1/20. I was originally booked with Payless for $138 and they are not located in the airport - very happy to go with Alamo at such a great rate!!!

 

[lukenick1]

I also just got a great rate through Alamo using my Insiders discount, $40 coupon and Costco member ID - midsize rental for $95 with all fees included for 1/14 -1/20. I was originally booked with Payless for $138 and they are not located in the airport - very happy to go with Alamo at such a great rate!!!

I am going the same time. How did you get the $40 coupon? I am also an insiders member. Did you book through Costco?

 

[korie99]

I put in my Insiders member number, Costco ID 7015309 and $40 coupon code given to me here on the boards AD4027JDO. Worked like a charm!!

 

[lukenick1]

I put in my Insiders member number, Costco ID 7015309 and $40 coupon code given to me here on the boards AD4027JDO. Worked like a charm!!

I am an idiot.....which boxes did you put those codes? LOL I get $134 for the standard car. Is that right?

 

[disneyeveryyear]

My alamo e-mail offered me $35 off per week, so after logging in and getting the insider discount, I am getting a full size for $131 for 8 days and 7 nights.

That saves over $50 off my Enterprise rate.

Can't seem to make the $40 off coupon week. Says it conflicts with my dates of 1/1 - 1/8.

Oh well, this is a great rate!

 

[AllesonWonderland]

Can't seem to make the $40 off coupon week. Says it conflicts with my dates of 1/1 - 1/8.

The $40 coupon is for rentals between Jan. 5 and Feb. 12, so that's probably why you got the error code. Glad you found another one that works for you!

 

[korie99]

I am an idiot.....which boxes did you put those codes? LOL I get $134 for the standard car. Is that right?

Where it says "Optional Rate Information" - the Costco ID goes in the ID/Corp ID box. The coupon code goes in Coupon Code box and your Alamo membership number goes in the Member ID box. I think $134 for the standard car was right.

 

[Gina-Gina-Bo-Bina]

Finally found a better deal! And I had almost given up hope.

Originally had an economy with National for $282 taxes in (using AMEX code). Then booked via carrentalsavers.com and got an economy with Enterprise for $259 taxes and fees included. Shortly thereafter, prices went sky high for our travel dates (Dec. 31 - Jan. 7) ... in some cases over $700 .

Just for fun, I ran our dates on Expedia.ca yesterday. Snagged a midsize car with Dollar for $162.16, all taxes and fees included (and in Canadian dollars no less, so no exchange or conversion fees to pay ). My 6' 4" DH is much happier with the larger car, and I am MUCH happier with the price!

Just saved another $36!!!!

Expedia.ca rate for our Dollar midsize went down to $125 all taxes and fees included. I was able to cancel the original reservation without penalty and rebook at the lower rate.

Makes me want to do a little dance!

 

[carebee21]

Yay! I saved about $15 more dollars today. We're down to $240 for a 14 days rental.

I have a question as I've never rented a car with the costco discount. How do they know your costco card is valid? Do they have a way of scanning it? Because it doesn't have an expiration date on it and I've had the same card for at least the past 3 years, and the card hasn't changed. I guess this reminds me that I need to go in and ask when my expiration date is... I think it's in the spring, but I don't even remember. And I'd hate to get up to the counter and find out it's expired