twolabs Posted March 22, 2013 Report Share Posted March 22, 2013 I used the PRICELINE link through this website, but I've had a tough time getting a successful bid. I need a car from the Atlanta airport, pickup around 10:30AM on 4/5 and return about 6:30 AM on 4/9.I've seen on this site and others that winning bids for fullsize or standard in ATL are as low as $13, with several around $15 and some around $18. I started my bidding about a week ago and I've gone all the way up to $20 for both full and standard.Any other strategies except just to keep going $1 higher each day? Link to comment
hohogap Posted March 22, 2013 Report Share Posted March 22, 2013 When I've had trouble with car rentals via PL, I often try the HOTWIRE link at the top of the BB Board. Just click on Hotwire above the hotel date stays and it will transfer you to the Hotwire site where you can often find some good deals with reputable car rental companies not included in PL's name your own price (like Dollar). Of course, I tried it for your dates and no such luck for a lower rate at this time. Good option, however, for future reference. Link to comment
thereuare Posted March 22, 2013 Report Share Posted March 22, 2013 As you may or may not be aware these dates are over the finals for the NCAA Men's Basketball tournament so the city will be VERY BUSY... the increased demand has increased rates on rental cars. You may get a last minute deal if some companies don't book as many vehicles as they anticipated, but you also run the risk that they book MORE than anticipated and are sold-out or rates are even higher.I'd use our Car Rental Checker to find a fully refundable reservation and then try PRICELINE and HOTWIRE up until the last minute.Good luck and let us know what you ultimately do for this rental.Have a good trip.. and enjoy the games if you're attending. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
twolabs Posted March 22, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 22, 2013 Ah well that makes a little more sense! I am actually going to the Masters practice round in Augusta, so I'm sure there is increased demand there as well.Thanks for the help and I'll come back and let you know what I find out. Link to comment
thereuare Posted March 23, 2013 Report Share Posted March 23, 2013 Good luck and let us know whatever you decide to do for this rental or if we can be of further help. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
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