[Socal_R8]

Originally Posted by keg97

I've used Sixt and been very happy. Smokin' great deals on BMW's and they even offer me several exterior colors to choose from.

On an upcoming soccer trip to Seattle, Sixt was pricey so I'm getting something off Turo. I've used Turo and like it. Getting a brand new Wrangler to see how I like it for a week since I'm considering getting one for the household.

lol...that is how I got my Jeep.

We rented one back in 2020 to take to Tahoe for a road trip and it (the JL) was much nicer than the older (JK) ones we would get for our hawaii trips and by the time we got back home I started searching them and ended up getting a 2021 JLUR and loved it.....

Recently sold it and got the new Bronco.....so far very happy

[414bhp]

Originally Posted by Socal_R8

We have a Hilton Grand Vacations membership and usually go to Hawaii twice a year so I have the rental car down to a science.

If you are a Costco member, Costcotravel.com is great....
what you do is start searching about a month out, you can book with many different options and all the mjor companies and select just about any kind of car you need...

Then check back in a few days to see if prices have gone down....they usually go down as it gets closer to your arrival day...the sweet spot is usually about 2 weeks out.
There is no cancellation fees and you can book and cancel a many cars as you want.

Their prices use to be unbeatable, but there are some better prices now and than on places like Priceline, but don't have the convenience of free cancellations and other things.

Also, if you are a AAA member they have some good deals also using their rental car site,

I use this book and recheck strategy, too.

[vt100]

Originally Posted by 414bhp

What is your strategy for getting a decent rental car in the US? Any different advice for doing the same in Italy?

It's simple for me - whatever car I'd want to buy next (but don't have time for a test drive).
Right now I'm renting RAM 2500 (and I love it)

In Europe - whatever they have with manual (and the smaller the better).

[Humdizzle]

i always use Turo when possible in the states. but they may not be available in some european countries. You know exactly what you are getting in terms of spec.

not a fan of rental companies in general because they always overbook. so you are at the mercy of availability. most cars in the fleet are poverty spec in terms of options.

[DocL]

I only use Costco. I'll never use turo because there is no requirement to make sure the car is safe, especially the condition of the brakes and tires. But if I'm looking to buy a new car and want to sample it for 24hrs, then I'd probably find something on Turo to beat up.

[keg97]

Originally Posted by Socal_R8

lol...that is how I got my Jeep.

We rented one back in 2020 to take to Tahoe for a road trip and it (the JL) was much nicer than the older (JK) ones we would get for our hawaii trips and by the time we got back home I started searching them and ended up getting a 2021 JLUR and loved it.....

Recently sold it and got the new Bronco.....so far very happy

Ha!!!

How did you like the change from the JLUR (likely what I'd be looking at) to the Bronco. I really haven't looked at the Bronco much b/c my heart just wants a Jeep. The Bronco might be "better" in many/most aspects, but it doesn't speak to me.

[Socal_R8]

Originally Posted by keg97

Ha!!!

How did you like the change from the JLUR (likely what I'd be looking at) to the Bronco. I really haven't looked at the Bronco much b/c my heart just wants a Jeep. The Bronco might be "better" in many/most aspects, but it doesn't speak to me.

Loved my JLUR...Only sold it to help with the monthly car payments when I picked up the R8 last year....let the wife pick the replacement and she liked the Bronco Sport. Fast forward a year and I somehow convinced her to sell it for the big Bronco

Just got it last week, but so far I love it. It is much more refined on the road and much more comfortable on long trips. Has much better tech with the GOAT modes and ease of use..also it has much higher safety rating and reliability compared to Jeep

https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a3...s-eye-opening/

I also prefer the look of the Bronco, but if you are into serious rock crawling the Jeep is the way to go, but the Bronco is quite capable on most trails that will scare you.

[Socal_R8]

Just ended up booking an 8 day compact SUV for Maui in mid May using Priceline...

$248 OTD was incredible price compared to Costco and all the other sites.

[Donatello.]

Originally Posted by 414bhp

I think the Charger I got was pretty average on sound. Maybe you had a premium package?

I liked having the NA V6 and RWD with the Charger.

Must have had the HK system