this thread is for the people on the site that travel frequently. we've all drivin many types of rentals and we all have our likes and dislikes about them so if you have any info please share it and give a review so anyother on travel can get a car they will probally enjoy while there away from there SRTs info required year, make, model, badge(if availble) picture if you can what options did the car have what you liked about it what you disliked would you rent it again would you suggest it to another person.
Rented a HHR-Great ride for a subcompact. Almost bought one. May still for biz. Monte Carlo, 2 dr.-junk. Chevy P/U. Needed the 5.3L. H3-Meh. Needed the Alpha. Nissan Murano-Cool chik truk. Kia Sernto (SUV) Cool for the price. Not my thing though. Hyundai something. The big sedan. Wow...what a good car for the money. Would buy one on the cheap. Uhaul 26ft w/air ride....runs over anything you wish. a rolling party. Add rear a/c and a chandelier and the party never ends.
year, 2007 make, Toyota model, Rav 4 picture if you can what options did the car have Just the basics: AC, AM/FM Radio, CD Player and 4x4 what you liked about it Not too much what you disliked my knees were embedded into the dashboard while driving it cause it was so small....had zero pickup would you rent it again not if i can help it lol would you suggest it to another person. only if they are very short
year, 2007 make, Mazda model, 6 picture if you can what options did the car have Basic options: AC, AMFM Radio, CD player what you liked about it It was a pretty quick little car. Had some pretty decent room for a car as small as it is. Can handle pretty good. what you disliked Lack of ponies would you rent it again sure would you suggest it to another person. yep
Ready for any potential flaming... Year: 2008 Make: Jeep Model: Grand Cherokee Laredo Basic options: AC, AM/FM Radio, CD player, power drivers seat, cruise, PW, PL What you liked about it: How it looked from the outside. What you disliked: Rediculously, even dangerously guttless 3.7 V6, scary rear end lift/roll on hard braking, surprisingly limited interior space, generally poor fit & finish (closing doors made the sound akin to a '78 Chevette). Would you rent it again: Only as an SRT (phef, like that'd ever happen) Would you suggest it to another person: Nope... Drove it only 1 day for work (on a Friday), parked it Saturday and Sunday and returned it first thing Monday Morning. Conveniently, I just purchased a new F-250 Super Duty for my foreman that I'll drive til the Magnum is ready and <gulp> I actually prefer it more even though all it has is AC and AMFM radio & vinyl interior...it's more comfortable! (never thought I'd say that about a Ford, frankly).
That's so funny. When the new Jeep GC's came out, I liked the look of them, so when I had to take a trip, I rented one. For a gutless SUV, I actually liked it alot, which lead me to the GCSRT8, cause the interior was sh*tty and it needed WAY more power, and that's exactly what the SRT did. I actually rented the GC quite a few times before I bought my GCSRT8...Chrysler still needs to learn what a NICE interior is....
Year, 2008 Make, Suzuki Model, XL7 Badge (if available) picture if you can http://victoryimports.com/images/xl7small.jpg What options did the car have? 3.6L V6, 4 speed Autostick, AWD, AC, CD, XM, sun roof what you liked about it It rode smooth, and gave driver good feed back, had good top end pull, autostick was very responsive, roomy interior, drove more like a car than a SUV or crossover, very zippy in traffic, breaking is great for its weight, body roll was there but wasn’t that great and only noticeable on the loop on on/off ramps What you disliked No side bolsters, plain interior, engine lag on the bottom even when preloading the engine, interior style looks very similar to GMs interior Would you rent it again? Yes, I would defetnely rent it Would you suggest it to another person? Yes, would suggest it. From Victoryimports.com: The 2008 Suzuki XL7 has an improved engine from previous generations, with added response and delivery. The XL7 has just one engine level, available on all models, a 3.6 liter 24-valve DOHC V6 engine, delivering 252 horsepower with 243 pound-feet of torque. The Detroit News claims that the engine is "terrific." Yet, U.S. News reviewer Rick Newman considers it "loud and clunky." the reports, The 2008 XL7 comes with a five-speed automatic transmission with manumatic shift. The Chicago Sun Times calls the XL7 engine "mated well" with the transmission, delivering "smooth shifts and on-demand acceleration." Motor Trend states that the XL7 engine is "refined" and "responsive", and the transmission is "smooth." The 2008 Suzuki XL7 with all-wheel drive has a fuel economy estimate of 15 miles per gallon in the city and 22 mpg on the highway, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. With front-wheel drive, the XL7 rates at 16 mpg in the city and 22 on highways. Handling and Braking The XL7 received mixed reviews on performance and handling. Some auto reviewers credited the upgrade from previous years, while other reviews compare its lack of acceleration and crisp handling to other cars in its class. The 2008 XL7 comes with independent Macpherson struts in front and multi-link independent rear suspension. The Detroit News found the steering "sloppy" and "vague" at higher speeds, not responding to driver input, for an overall ride that "doesn't exactly inspire confidence." USA Today cites the Suzuki XL7 as "clumsy in tight spots because of unusually wide big-truck-size turning circle of nearly 42 feet in diameter." In contrast, the Orlando Sentinel auto reviewers were pleasantly surprised at how well the XL7 rides, claiming it to be "one of the most comfortable SUVs of any size and price," with "good" handling. The Chicago Sun Times states that the XL7 "was very maneuverable," with an "exceptional" turning radius, making parallel parking a breeze. The XL7 has independent MacPherson struts in front and multi-link independent rear suspension, and by and large, reviewers were pleased with it. BusinessWeek claims that the new independent suspension gives the SUV "a smooth, car-like ride." Moving away from the truck underpinnings, the suspension system contributes to "a refined feel similar to its competitors," states Edmunds. The Chicago Sun Times, on the other hand, notes a stiff chassis and a jarring driver over potholes. Test drivers generally report disappointingly long braking distances. The 2008 Suzuki XL7 comes equipped with four-wheel antilock brakes with electronic brake distribution. Motor Week states that the XL7 stops averaged 133 feet from 60 to 0 and says though "slightly long," the brakes were "straight and true." On the other hand, Edmunds wanrs more strongly that the "distance it takes to come to a stop isn't exactly short enough to convince us that a long-term relationship is warranted." All Wheel Drive The XL7 has an AWD option, for added security while driving in adverse weather conditions. It's an option that auto reviewers at New Car Test Drive recommend for "a better all-rounder" vehicle. USA Today isn't impressed, noting that the all-wheel drive cuts "back on the power a bit much before providing the forward momentum you actually wanted on wet, leaf-slick slopes."
Year, 2008 make, Buick model, Lucerne badge, CXL picture if you can http://www.thetorquereport.com/buick_lucerne_cxl_2.jpg What options did the car have? 3.8L V6, 4 speed Automatic, AC, CD, XM, power seats What you liked about it? It rode smooth, great turning ratios, responsive engine, leather, over all comfortable, the rear seats have tremendous leg room, when sitting in the back it feels like your getting shofered around, lots of trunk space, great low end power, would be perfect for long road trips. What you disliked? No side bolsters, gauge cluster was plain just Speedo fuel and tach No hand brake just foot parking break, too long, lots of body roll, loses it power in the top end because of its weight Would you rent it again? Probably if there’s nothing else to rent Would you suggest it to another person? Sure From Edmunds site Like the similar 2005 Pontiac Bonneville, the Lucerne uses a Cadillac Northstar V8 engine in addition to the standard Buick 3800 V6. The Lucerne also became the first V8-powered Buick car (the Rainier SUV was available with a V8 from 2004-2007) since the demise of the Roadmaster in 1996. The Lucerne is also available with the Corvette's Magnetic Ride Control, an active suspension technology. The Lucerne's base price is lower than that of the LeSabre, its predecessor, though the V8 option causes the price to reach price levels of the Park Avenue. In keeping with Buick tradition, the Lucerne features "Ventiports" on the front fenders corresponding to the number of cylinders in the engine — three on each side for the V6 or four on each side for the V8 Northstar. The Buick Lucerne is built at GM's Detroit/Hamtramck Assembly Plant alongside the Cadillac DTS. The plant has won Initial Quality Awards from J.D. Power and Associates for the past three years. GM leads all other automakers in Stategic Vision's Total Quality Index (TQI) 2008 For 2008 the Lucerne gets some mid-life updates like a lane departure warning system, and revised exterior colors. Lucerne sales have remained brisk through much of 2007. Two new trim levels have been added: CXL Special Edition (with more standard features than regular CXL) and Super. Engines Engine Power Torque 3.8 L, 3800 L26 V6, 197 hp (147 kW) @ 5200 rpm, 227 lb•ft (308 N•m) @ 3800 rpm
Year, 2008 Make, Pontiac Model, G6 Badge GT V6 picture if you can http://www.automedia.com/NewCarBuyersGuide/photos/2006/Pontiac/G6/Sedan/2006_Pontiac_G6_ext_1.jpg What options did the car have? 3.5L V6, 4 speed Automatic, traction control, AC, CD, XM what you liked about it? It rode smooth, and gave driver descent feed back, corners really great the 17 X 7 rims and the 225/50/17 tires help keep the car in the corner, brakes are able to stop quickly and kept the anti-lock coming on, pretty zippy through morning traffic. What you disliked? side bolsters need to be a little bit bigger, car was set up for understeer and couldn’t get it to do a 180 and e-brake is too week and needs to be adjusted more, even in the rain it wouldn’t slide around Would you rent it again? Yes, would defently rent it again? Would you suggest it to another person? Yes, I would defently suggest it to someone From Pontiac’s site The Pontiac G6 is the company's midsize car that replaced the smaller, blander Grand Am in 2005. In a constant battle to steal sales from the class favorites, the G6 offers a healthy dose of style, strong performance from its V6 engines and the rare availability of a four-seat retractable-hardtop convertible body style. You can also get it as a five-passenger sedan or a four-passenger coupe. Unlike the car it replaced, the Pontiac G6 has more flavor than a generic rental car, thanks to its eye-catching style inside and out and peppy yet fuel-efficient V6 engines. Still, the traditional class favorites top the G6 in the areas of engine refinement, steering feel and cabin materials. Practical shoppers will likely gravitate toward admittedly more humdrum -- but more refined -- import-brand rivals. Current Pontiac G6 Based on General Motors' lengthened "Epsilon" platform, the Pontiac G6 is available as a sedan, coupe and a convertible with a retractable hardtop. Four trim levels are offered on the Pontiac G6 sedan: Value Leader, base, GT and GXP. Coupes and convertibles are either GTs or GXPs. Plenty of standard features, such as air-conditioning, full power accessories, CD audio and a tilt/telescoping steering wheel come on the Value Leader model. The base G6 is more expandable and adds a few appearance and convenience items. The GT adds niceties such as an upgraded Monsoon audio system as well as a 3.5-liter 201-horsepower V6 (in place of the base car's 167-hp inline-4). Safety features are satisfactory. Traction control and antilock brakes are standard on all models, as well as side curtain airbags. Crash tests of the sedan with the curtain airbags have shown it to be very safe, with high scores in nearly every category. In reviews we've found the Pontiac G6 offers generous room for those riding in back, no matter which body style you choose. And after years of enduring criticism about its over-styled exteriors and gimmicky interior designs, Pontiac has stepped up efforts to give its cars a more upscale look and feel. Exteriors are smooth, and inside, there are no more dull gray plastic switches. Although the G6 still has a few too many hard plastic surfaces, the cabin boasts attractive design with chrome-ringed gauges and simple-to-use, quality switchgear. On the move, the popular 3.5-liter V6 offers more than enough low and midrange torque to be quick on its feet around town and offer gutsy passing and merging power. Handling is respectable, with composed cornering and a supple ride over the bumps. Our one big complaint was with the electric power steering, which is too light and offers virtually no feedback from the road.
Year, 2008 make, Chevy model, Impala badge LT picture if you can http://www.automedia.com/NewCarBuye...olet/Impala/Sedan/2007_Chevy_Impala_ext_1.jpg what options did the car have 3.5-liter V6 211 hp, 4 speed Automatic, AC, CD, XM what you liked about it It rode smooth, and gave driver good feed back, what you disliked No side bolsters, plain, gauge cluster was plain just Speedo fuel and tach No hand brake just foot parking break would you rent it again Probably if there’s nothing else to rent would you suggest it to another person. Yeah it’ll be good for a long distance road trip. From Chevys site since the new millennium, the modern Impala has served as Chevrolet's main full-size sedan, capable of transporting up to six people. With front-wheel drive and V6 power on most trim levels, the current Impala isn't exactly a tribute to the past, but it does continue the tradition of large, affordable Chevrolet family sedans. The move to smaller, more efficient engines gives buyers enough power when they need it while still providing respectable mileage -- never one of the Impala's strong points in the past. And for buyers who truly desire a V8, the latest Impala SS does indeed have one under its hood. Current Chevrolet Impala The latest Chevrolet Impala has been available since the 2006 model year. It's a bit bigger than the typical family sedan, and with a front bench seat can accommodate six passengers in a pinch. There are four available trim levels: entry-level LS, mid-grade LT, premium LTZ and performance-oriented SS. Improvements on this model compared to the previous-generation Impala include new engines, more composed handling, a higher-quality interior and updated styling. The standard engine is a 3.5-liter V6 that produces 211 horsepower. Available on the LT and standard on the LTZ is a 3.9-liter V6 with 240 hp. The Impala SS has a 5.3-liter V8 making an impressive 303 hp. All Chevy Impala models employ a four-speed automatic transmission that sends the power through the front wheels. In road tests we found the big Chevrolet Impala feeling solid and substantial with a compliant ride, but its handling is hardly nimble. With its firmer suspension and 18-inch tires, the SS model pulls through corners more adeptly, making it the best Chevy sedan we've driven in a long time. Its big V8 is thirsty, however, so for most folks the better-balanced LTZ should be plenty powerful.
some rentals over the past two years year: 2006 make: Saturn model: ION picture if you can: http://www.myroadtrip.net/2006-saturn-ion-exterior.mov what options did the car have: CD player what you liked about it: the gas mileage what you disliked: how small it was considering there was 4 of us would you rent it again: yes would you suggest it to another person: yes its great on gas mileage --Russ
year: 2007 make: Chrysler model: PT Cruiser picture if you can: http://www.myroadtrip.net/2007-chrysler-ptcruiser-exterior.mov what options did the car have: CD player what you liked about it: carlike ride, very smooth... loved the indigo lighting on the dash what you disliked: nothing would you rent it again: yes would you suggest it to another person: yes its great on gas mileage --Russ
year: 2007 make: Nissan model: Maxima picture if you can: http://www.myroadtrip.net/2007-nissan-maxima-exterior.mov what options did the car have: the thin sunroof that goes from front to the back of the car what you liked about it: steering wheel controls, CVT transmission what you disliked: the tire air pressure sensors too sensitive, light came on while driving on a bumpy road.... gas mileage terrible! would you rent it again: yes would you suggest it to another person: yes its a nice car but somewhat of a pig on gas mileage I rented this car from PHX airport March 2007 and put 2250 miles on it driving to Las Vegas, Southern California and even TJ, Mexico (border) --Russ
year: 2007 make: Ford model: Five Hundred picture if you can: http://www.myroadtrip.net/2007-ford-fivehundred-exterior.mov what options did the car have: CD player and Sunroof what you liked about it: surprisingly spacious, feels larger than a crown vic what you disliked: pig when it comes to gas mileage would you rent it again: yes free upgrade at FLL... too bad the gas cost more than the car rental
year: 2008 make: Dodge model: Avenger picture if you can: http://www.myroadtrip.net/2008-dodge-avenger-exterior.mov what options did the car have: CD player what you liked about it: great gas mileage what you disliked: nothing would you rent it again: yes rented this one at Chicago to go to the Wisconsin SRT Track Experience
