Where Does Alamo Code 7014266 Come From?

[katallo]

no flaming to u, this is jmho:

The surest way to kill any 'off the beaten path type' of code is to call the provider

(fyi, im not using it, better rates for my dates w/WM)

if not eligible for a code (nor a gambling sorta peep ); why not just stick to the generic ones u can find on many different sites (mousesavers, etc.)

No offense taken. I'll keep trying the codes on the discount sites and see if I can get a good rate. It's just very confusing when two folks at Alamo tell you it's a "good" code for US residents. I'm thinking to just try Priceline. That may be the best deal.

 

[keishashadow]

No offense taken. I'll keep trying the codes on the discount sites and see if I can get a good rate. It's just very confusing when two folks at Alamo tell you it's a "good" code for US residents. I'm thinking to just try Priceline. That may be the best deal.

good luck, despite repeated tries for me WMs codes r usually the winners, followed by SAMs & AAA

the last 'magical code' got yanked, have to think it got red-flagged from a combo of both so many suddenly using it & the fact that so many posted here that they did call

 

[Brian Noble]

The problem with this code is that it includes LDW---most (if not all) of those are employer-specific. If you damage the car, and don't happen to work for that employer, you can bet that National isn't going to honor LDW. Worse, most credit card coverages require that you waive LDW/CDW for their coverage to apply, and in this case you didn't, so they're going to balk at paying anything as well.

That leaves you with your own car insurance, which may or may not cover everything---call your agent to be sure. For example, many personal insurance policies will cover damange to the car, but not loss of use while it is being repaired. If you're in this position, you'll have to decide to either take your chances and self-insure, or buy third-party primary coverage. (AmEx has a program that's $20-$25 for the entire rental duration.)

 

[Sleepy]

It's just very confusing when two folks at Alamo tell you it's a "good" code for US residents.

I could not tell you the number of times I have called customer service of a business to verify information, been told I qualified for something, then in person I was told I did not. Even having the name of the person(s) I spoke to on the phone does no good (your word against theirs and they can deny ever saying anything). It boils down to the "rules" and what they say at the counter.

Having phone customer service agree with you only makes you feel as though the odds are slightly in your favor.

 

[stacy2197]

Used this code 15 days for around 275. Hope it works

 

[yxe dad]

I found the best thing for me is the last minute id "IG" from the alamo website and the $25off coupon also from the site

I got a minivan for $430 taxes in for Feb 6th-18th

 

[NaeNae]

I already had reservations with Alamo for this Sat thru next Fri. I was able to call Alamo and they put the new ID code, 7014266, onto my reservation and it saved me $18. They said it was one of their codes and changed it with no problem.

 

[dudspizza]

You should see what some of the folks over at Flyer Talk say about people from the DIS.... one of the biggest no-no's is to call National or Alamo to ask if you can use a code. Usually these codes are meant for a certain demographic OR there is a glitch in their system.

If you are unsure weather you should use a code or not, don't use it. If you are willing to take the chance.... go for it! I have a code I can use to get the Hyatt at MCO for $100 using a corporate code I don't qualify for, BUT, I have read they don't ask for ID. I am not willing to take that chance with the family standing there with the outside chance we get bumped to RACK rate of $300!

Duds

 

[Lewisc]

There isn't an issue calling to National or Alamo to verify the COSTCO number I'm using is correct.

There is a corollary to your post. Any time a poster tells you not to call the rental agency that person is telling you the code isn't 100% legit. You have to decide if you want to take any risk.

Codes found on sites like mousesavers are almost always legit. Codes found onsites like flyertalk and fatwallet are frequently "questionable". Calling the rental agency is probably a waste of time. The code may be legit but the caller may not be entitled to use it.

You should see what some of the folks over at Flyer Talk say about people from the DIS.... one of the biggest no-no's is to call National or Alamo to ask if you can use a code. Usually these codes are meant for a certain demographic OR there is a glitch in their system.

If you are unsure weather you should use a code or not, don't use it. If you are willing to take the chance.... go for it! I have a code I can use to get the Hyatt at MCO for $100 using a corporate code I don't qualify for, BUT, I have read they don't ask for ID. I am not willing to take that chance with the family standing there with the outside chance we get bumped to RACK rate of $300!

Duds

 

[chrystine]

Has anyone made 2 reservations for the same period under the same name? I have one already with one of those questionable codes but in case it does not work, I do not want to be stuck without a car. So I am considering making a 2nd reservation with a known legit code. When I check in, will they question 2 reservations? Any penalty to not cancelling one of them prior to the trip?

 

[GoldenOwner]

Has anyone made 2 reservations for the same period under the same name? I have one already with one of those questionable codes but in case it does not work, I do not want to be stuck without a car. So I am considering making a 2nd reservation with a known legit code. When I check in, will they question 2 reservations? Any penalty to not cancelling one of them prior to the trip?

I currently have one res. with Alamo with the questionable code. I've also got a res. with Thrifty (still a decent rate, but not nearly as good). I emailed Thrifty and asked what happens if someone doesn't show up for their res. Here's the reply:

Thank you for visiting the Thrifty Car Rental interactive website.

If the reservation is booked with a credit card, and you later
decide to cancel, the vehicle needs to be cancelled at least
24 hours PRIOR to the pick up date/time to avoid a One Day rental
Cancellation fee.

If the reservation is not booked with a Credit Card, then there
is no cancellation policy. As a courtesy, the rental location
would appreciate the reservation be cancelled as early in advance
as possible if it is not needed.

 

[MinnieLove]

I just got quote from Alamo minivan for 8 days in March. I used both codes 7014266 and AD6974JDM coupon.
Quoted $302.63

Is this realistic or too good to be true?

 

[KayKyle'sMOM]

I used to walmart customer code of 430710 and the 25 off weekly rentals coupon and for 10 days I got a minivan with 2 booster seats for 545.00 includes a 2nd driver.

 

[Hoopfamily]

Okay , so I just called Alamo and inquired about the code. The agent told me there were no restriction as to who can use it and it is compatible with coupons codes from BJs etc. I used it for my dates in May and it saved me $30.00. Plus it has the CDW and additional driver.

 

[Sleepy]

Okay , so I just called Alamo and inquired about the code. The agent told me there were no restriction as to who can use it and it is compatible with coupons codes from BJs etc.

I bet if you ask for that in writing, they will refuse.

 

[Brian Noble]

Just as a friendly reminder: calling the rental car company and asking about a code will accomplish nothing other than bringing the code to the company's attention after a while. Saying "but Joe on the phone told me it was okay" is not going to matter if you are asked a difficult question when picking up the car.

What's more, I can guarantee you that most phone agents will just tell you "sure" to get you off the phone so that they can move on to someone who is actually going to book a car. Even if they have the ability to look up any code's requirements (and they may not have it) they won't waste the time---they are evaluated (and kept or fired) based on how many cars they book an hour.

If you can actually get someone to tell you what the code is for, though, then it's a different story. I haven't heard that yet for this one.

 

[Hoopfamily]

What's more, I can guarantee you that most phone agents will just tell you "sure" to get you off the phone so that they can move on to someone who is actually going to book a car. Even if they have the ability to look up any code's requirements (and they may not have it) they won't waste the time---they are evaluated (and kept or fired) based on how many cars they book an hour.


I doubt that the agent is so desperate to get on to the next call that they just say "YES" to every caller. I would prefer to have first hand knowledge from a company than to walk blindly in hoping things worked. Regardless of how many cars they book they are also evaluated on customer service skills, that's why all such companies tell you that your call may be monitored for quality assurance.

As someone who works in Sales I can assure you that having the date time and who you spoke with will in fact make a difference. It takes a manager minutes to be able to cross reference who worked when you called.

 

[mousey]

If people are concerned if a code is valid, call and make the reservation on the phone. Why stress yourself out wondering if they are going to accept it at the rental facility. I have personally never had a problem with any questionable code. My experiences with picking up and drop off have been giving my license and credit card and driving off, coming back and returning the car, checking it back in and getting a receipt with my quoted price as a charge. I think people are making a mountain out of a mole hill concerning these codes. Personally I'm glad the rental prices are finally coming down in price.

 

[Brian Noble]

I can assure you that having the date time and who you spoke with will in fact make a difference. It takes a manager minutes to be able to cross reference who worked when you called.

That might work in a single-site location. But a front-line desk manager in Orlando is not likely to have access to the call logs and work schedule in Indianapolis (or, for that matter, Bangalore) for one of the many dozens and dozens of agents in several call centers. Any large company I've ever done business with has some variant of "If you didn't get it in writing, I can't help you." And, that's going to particularly apply to the LDW waiver if it turns out you really don't qualify for the code.

There's no reason not to book with this code if (a) you have a no-penalty backup with another agency and (b) you're carrying some other primary insurance that will take the place of the probably-not-valid LDW. Unless you know what group the code is intended for, that's the best you can do.

 

[Sleepy]

As someone who works in Sales I can assure you that having the date time and who you spoke with will in fact make a difference. It takes a manager minutes to be able to cross reference who worked when you called.

We are dealing with a vacation based business. The customers are people who don't have the time to "get to the bottom of it" because they are on vacation. The business, in this case a car rental agency, knows this and uses it to their advantage. I'd like to see a show of hands from those who have had a code problem and the manager actually did investigation rather than "sorry, unless you have it in writing, there is nothing we can do".

They know you are stuck and they know you are not in the mood to deal with further delays. They know the customer will pay whatever it takes to get on with that vacation.