i got it for the simple fact that i do not have run flats. it's one less thing to worry about...and i didnt know about the flatbed
...and knowing is half the battle (G.I. Joe!)

 

aaa website for more information:
california:
http://www.aaa-calif.com/mem/auto/ers.aspx

Benefit AAA Premier®
Upgrade Now* AAA Plus®
Upgrade Now* Classic Membership
Join Now
Towing Benefit — Across U.S. and Canada Up to 200 miles on 1 tow, up to 100 miles on your remaining tows 100 miles 7 miles
Vehicle Locksmith Service $100 worth of service $100 worth of service $60 worth of service
Emergency Fuel Delivery Free Free You pay for fuel
Trip Interruption Benefits Up to $1,000 Up to $750
Vehicle Return Benefits Up to $500 Up to $500
Rental Car Benefits (with in-state tow) One-day complimentary rental car (standard car class) Discounted rates, plus free one-car-class upgrade Discounted rates
24-Hour Emergency Travel & Medical Assistance Unlimited
Home Lockout Service Up to $100
Accident Assist Unlimited
Ride Assist Unlimited
Route Support Unlimited
Toll-Free Number for Dedicated Service Dedicated Team
For more member benefits, see the Guide to Member Services.

*To qualify for AAA Plus or AAA Premier, members must have at least six months of membership tenure and meet eligibility criteria based on roadside assistance usage. For further information, please contact your local Auto Club district office or call 1-877-428-2277.

This is all right off their website people.

 

My wife broke down on a trip. AAA only paid the first 3 miles, and my insurance covered and additional charges. It was a good deal, becase I didn't think you could use coverages. I think the car insurance covered the next 150.00. You may want to ask your insurance agent about your policy.
My wife buys the memberships for Xmas gifts. We generally use the membership to get discount amusement park tickets. I don't have runflats.

 

In addition to their towing service, they have saved me hours dealing with registration renewals and other problems dealing with registration.
If everytime I had to go to the DMV for registration issues, I'd never have time to do anything else. They also are good about providing maps, recommending hotels and motels, and dealing with other aspects of travelling out of town. They have their faults, but membership with them provides many useful services and saves a tremendous amount of time and aggravation in solving problems that otherwise would require a trip to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

 

I've been a AAA member since 1978. I've used them only once, but it's worth the $ for the piece of mind.

 

Get it because it is FREE! Discounts on my auto and home insurance policy more than make up for the annual fee. I have the standard membership for my wife (~$50/yr). Gives her piece of mind and we get free maps too.
Worth every penny...actually, they are negative pennies....

 

I have had it for 15 years and used it many times. I even had them move a corvette for me without a motor.

 

I've had it for years and have used it a few times. That pretty much pays for itself. My tow vehicle died about 5 miles after leaving the track back in '98. I called AAA and the drive was there in about 30 minutes. The truck was towed for free but I had to pay to have the trailer towed. That wasn't covered.

 

junk? do the math...

45$ a year andits junk?

 

 

we have upto 100 miles on our AAA membership.. I think it's great I normally use all or close to all the tows we are allowed for the year I think it's 4... the only down side is it takes them a LONG time to get someone out to you... I've waited 3+ hours before....
-=Rick

 

I waited 2 hours once. Friday night and they did not have a flat bed available right away.

 

I've had Triple A + RV for a few years.
Just had my crew cab truck towed a couple of weeks ago.
Twenty-two miles to the dealer.
Took about an hour to get to me at my house.
Didn't cost me a dime.

Definitely worth it.

 

 

Sounds like a good thing to have. I've got emergency road service on my car insurance and have used it a few times (not on the Vette), but it doesn't offer the same coverage as AAA. Think I will check out pricing for the added peace of mind.

 

I have the package that covers among several things, the 100 mi. deal for myself and my two daughters. Notable is that it covers you even if you are in someone elses vehicle!

 

Had them since I was 16 (I'm over twice that now)... been towed many a time, even via flatbed. Had many locked keys in the car, a wreck, 6-9 flats, dead battery and a battery cable which shorted on a frame and caused a fire... No issues with their service, even on a holiday.

Definite piece of mind and I've never had the threat of being dropped.

And no... I don't work for AAA.

Bill

 

Yes, i've been using it ever since my first trip to Bowling Green.

 

Just wondering if/what you guys tip the driver after a tow? Especially if it's for the Vette.

 

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