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AlohaBR · 08-09-2011, 09:56 AM

I thought Avis was renting Camaros' but they do not have one in their fleet in Hawaii.
Any other firms that may rent a Camaro, specifically a convertible. Will be on the Island of Kauai.

Any help would be much appreciated, it will be our 20th anniversary and want to surprise her.

ABM10LT · 08-09-2011, 10:23 AM

Hope you enjoy your trip to Kauai !! We went there last November and loved it. Had to settle for a Convert-a-stang while we were there though :(

AlohaBR · 08-09-2011, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by ABM10LT

Hope you enjoy your trip to Kauai !! We went there last November and loved it. Had to settle for a Convert-a-stang while we were there though :(

Yup, that is all Avis is showing. Thought someone might know another rental place without searching every single one.

Apex Paul · 08-09-2011, 11:01 AM

you know, I rented a 'vert about a month or so back. when I called to ask if any Avis locations near where I was had one, I was told yes. I was quoted a price and everything, but I didn't reserve because I did not know for sure if I would need a car. Later, when I confirmed I needed a car, I called back and was told they didn't have them. Not that they were out, but that they didn't carry them at that location. I told that guy that I was told they did have them (9 of them) and quoted a price. He said they had none. So, I went online and sure enough, they had several at that location. So, I reserved, showed up and picked my choice of colors from the lot.

You might try checking online, just to be sure. Seems like their phone system may not be as accurate as their online inventory.

bthomp01 · 08-09-2011, 11:06 AM

Avis has an exclusive deal with Chevy for the Camaro, so if they don't have it in Kauai you probably can't get one. Not saying it isn't possible, but it'd have to be an independent and possibly unregistered rental place, like those places in Vegas that let you rent Vipers and Lamborghinis

Black GT · 08-09-2011, 11:10 AM

Went to Kauai in January, spent a week.
Your going to love it over there.

BTW in that week I can only remember seeing 1 Camaro.

Your best bet honestly is renting a Jeep, that's what I plan on doing when we go back in April.

AlohaBR · 08-09-2011, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Black GT

Went to Kauai in January, spent a week.
Your going to love it over there.

BTW in that week I can only remember seeing 1 Camaro.

Your best bet honestly is renting a Jeep, that's what I plan on doing when we go back in April.

Are there more backroads than paved?
Wouldn't mind exploring off road, just thought the wife would really appreciate it since she wants a convertible(to buy) for herself.

Black GT · 08-09-2011, 02:58 PM

Lots of paved roads on most parts of the island, If you go to the North end of the island there are spots you have a tough time getting to with a regular car.

Things to do/see
1) North end there is a cave in the side of the Mountain on the side of the road, nice to see, also across the road from the cave, locals have different fruit stands, you have to try one of the green coconuts(awesome) and there is a fruit only found on the islands called Rambutan.

2) Kauai ATV ride

3)Island Helicopter tour ( the one with the Jurassic falls landing)

4) Smith tropical family Laua

5) Waimea canyon (grand canyon of the gulf) must see

6) bring your own snorkel gear.

there's much more to do and see, have fun.

What hotel do you'll plan on staying at?

AlohaBR · 08-09-2011, 04:17 PM

Wanting to do a Zip Line also!!!

We are staying at Wyndham Bali Hai Villas.

Deke736 · 08-09-2011, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by bthomp01

Avis has an exclusive deal with Chevy for the Camaro,

I'm not sure this is true. I rent weekly with Hertz and have been offered an upgrade to a Camaro on several occasions throughout the country. I hope you can find one for your trip!

Orange5thGen · 08-09-2011, 04:22 PM

Enterprise has some I talked with a person driving a LS convert with steel wheels.

bthomp01 · 08-09-2011, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Deke736

I'm not sure this is true. I rent weekly with Hertz and have been offered an upgrade to a Camaro on several occasions throughout the country. I hope you can find one for your trip!

Oooh really? I haven't traveled for work for a while now (will start again next month), but when the Camaro first came out I remember seeing ads for it saying "Only at Avis".

Black GT · 08-09-2011, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by AlohaBR

Wanting to do a Zip Line also!!!

We are staying at Wyndham Bali Hai Villas.

Yes, I didn't get a chance to do the zip line, next time.

Princeville is nice area.

AlohaBR · 08-09-2011, 07:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Deke736

I'm not sure this is true. I rent weekly with Hertz and have been offered an upgrade to a Camaro on several occasions throughout the country. I hope you can find one for your trip!

They show a coupe but not a convertible, but will keep checking.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Orange5thGen

Enterprise has some I talked with a person driving a LS convert with steel wheels.

Will check on that, thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Black GT

Yes, I didn't get a chance to do the zip line, next time.

Princeville is nice area.

Really looking forward to it, was on Oahu a few years back and liked it, just wanted a less commercialized island this time.Did we pick right?

08-09-2011, 09:56 AM	#1
AlohaBR Drives: Camaros...is there anything else? Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Great Lake State Posts: 1,048 View My Garage	Camaro rental? I thought Avis was renting Camaros' but they do not have one in their fleet in Hawaii. Any other firms that may rent a Camaro, specifically a convertible. Will be on the Island of Kauai. Any help would be much appreciated, it will be our 20th anniversary and want to surprise her.

08-09-2011, 11:06 AM	#5
bthomp01 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS IBM M6 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 359 View My Garage	Avis has an exclusive deal with Chevy for the Camaro, so if they don't have it in Kauai you probably can't get one. Not saying it isn't possible, but it'd have to be an independent and possibly unregistered rental place, like those places in Vegas that let you rent Vipers and Lamborghinis __________________ 2010 IBM 2SS/RS - T BRUTAL Matte Black Bumblebee Stripes - Unpainted Heritage Grille - Blacked Out Bowties - Stainless Works S-Tube Catback - CAI, Inc. Cold Air Intake Whiteline Rear Cradle, Rear Differential, Front Radius Rod Bushings - BC Racing BR Coilovers - Installed by Whiteside Customs

08-09-2011, 04:22 PM	#11
Orange5thGen Drives: 2011 Convert Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 2,052 View My Garage	Enterprise has some I talked with a person driving a LS convert with steel wheels. __________________ Come see me at www.chicago5thgen.com TEAM LLT, , 2011 Covertible 1LT RS, JDM Color Shift Halo's, Showstopper Camaro Bowtie Led Mirrors, Side Markers and Engine Cover, Pace Setter Catback Exhaust, BK Coilover Kit, 21" Full Crome GM wheels, Tinted windows, I WIN BEARS Plate. Full amber ABL dash and door update with IOM interior panels.

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08-09-2011, 10:23 AM	#2
ABM10LT Drives: 2010 2LT/RS ABM! Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Memphis Posts: 54	Hope you enjoy your trip to Kauai !! We went there last November and loved it. Had to settle for a Convert-a-stang while we were there though :(

08-09-2011, 11:01 AM	#4
Apex Paul Drives: Wagon Queen Family Truckster Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Louisville, Ky Posts: 1,476	you know, I rented a 'vert about a month or so back. when I called to ask if any Avis locations near where I was had one, I was told yes. I was quoted a price and everything, but I didn't reserve because I did not know for sure if I would need a car. Later, when I confirmed I needed a car, I called back and was told they didn't have them. Not that they were out, but that they didn't carry them at that location. I told that guy that I was told they did have them (9 of them) and quoted a price. He said they had none. So, I went online and sure enough, they had several at that location. So, I reserved, showed up and picked my choice of colors from the lot. You might try checking online, just to be sure. Seems like their phone system may not be as accurate as their online inventory.

08-09-2011, 11:10 AM	#6
Black GT Banned Drives: 2006 Mustang GT Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South Louisiana Posts: 522	Went to Kauai in January, spent a week. Your going to love it over there. BTW in that week I can only remember seeing 1 Camaro. Your best bet honestly is renting a Jeep, that's what I plan on doing when we go back in April.

08-09-2011, 02:58 PM	#8
Black GT Banned Drives: 2006 Mustang GT Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South Louisiana Posts: 522	Lots of paved roads on most parts of the island, If you go to the North end of the island there are spots you have a tough time getting to with a regular car. Things to do/see 1) North end there is a cave in the side of the Mountain on the side of the road, nice to see, also across the road from the cave, locals have different fruit stands, you have to try one of the green coconuts(awesome) and there is a fruit only found on the islands called Rambutan. 2) Kauai ATV ride 3)Island Helicopter tour ( the one with the Jurassic falls landing) 4) Smith tropical family Laua 5) Waimea canyon (grand canyon of the gulf) must see 6) bring your own snorkel gear. there's much more to do and see, have fun. What hotel do you'll plan on staying at?

08-09-2011, 04:17 PM	#9
AlohaBR Drives: Camaros...is there anything else? Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Great Lake State Posts: 1,048 View My Garage	Wanting to do a Zip Line also!!! We are staying at Wyndham Bali Hai Villas.