I joined National's Emerald Club and reserved a minivan but I've got a couple of questions:
1. I used a contract ID and coupon ID I found online. How strict is National about checking? I know some people said they haven't had a problem and some have but just curious for more responses.
2. If they do demand the physical coupon or proof of contract, what are your options? Like can you say, "Well, alright, I don't want to pay full price for a minivan so I can get a full size instead?" I know this must be another "your mileage may vary" type scenario but again, I'd like to hear what people's experiences are. It doesn't say on the website anywhere that you have to bring the physical coupon with you; has anyone whined and won about that?
3. When you join the Emerald Club, you have to give them your driver's license and credit card numbers. There is also a caveat online that says that you have to have a "clean driving record" and something about no reckless driving convictions or more than 3 speeding tickets.
Well... I've had one ticket but got went to court and got it changed to a reckless driving ticket which was a LOT cheaper and did not affect my insurance. So does National actually check?
4. My online reservation says "Status: Confirmed". Does this mean they've cleared all the above and the minivan is good to go?
1. I used a contract ID and coupon ID I found online. How strict is National about checking? I know some people said they haven't had a problem and some have but just curious for more responses.
2. If they do demand the physical coupon or proof of contract, what are your options? Like can you say, "Well, alright, I don't want to pay full price for a minivan so I can get a full size instead?" I know this must be another "your mileage may vary" type scenario but again, I'd like to hear what people's experiences are. It doesn't say on the website anywhere that you have to bring the physical coupon with you; has anyone whined and won about that?
3. When you join the Emerald Club, you have to give them your driver's license and credit card numbers. There is also a caveat online that says that you have to have a "clean driving record" and something about no reckless driving convictions or more than 3 speeding tickets.

4. My online reservation says "Status: Confirmed". Does this mean they've cleared all the above and the minivan is good to go?