Who has AAA?
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jan 2002
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From: Nokomis FL
Originally Posted by mainagent
I don't have it, but I've thought about getting it if I get rid of the run-flats on the vette..
I think I read that they offer flat-bed towing.. I figured that might make it worth it..
I'd love to hear some good/bad AAA stuff.
Am I thinking correctly???
I think I read that they offer flat-bed towing.. I figured that might make it worth it..
I'd love to hear some good/bad AAA stuff.
Am I thinking correctly???
I've tried every battery known to man and still need a replacement every 18 months. I'm now on my 3rd AAA, all I do is call and they replace free at my door under warranty.
Pro
Joined: Jan 2005
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From: Olympia Washington
I agree, I would not leave the house with out it. I lost the water pump out of my old Hot Rod truck at a car show this summer. Had to wait till it was over, they had the flat bed there 10 minutes after the show closed.
When the wife gets a flat or needs help and I'm not around then she uses it.
I was with a buddy last year, I took him to pick up a 65 stang he bought and it broke after the first 5 miles on a 60 mile trip. He got a free ride home. Funny, when I was driving him up there to get the car in my Vett I asked if he had AAA and he said no, he didn't see the value in it. He called and bought it the next day.
Vinnie
When the wife gets a flat or needs help and I'm not around then she uses it.
I was with a buddy last year, I took him to pick up a 65 stang he bought and it broke after the first 5 miles on a 60 mile trip. He got a free ride home. Funny, when I was driving him up there to get the car in my Vett I asked if he had AAA and he said no, he didn't see the value in it. He called and bought it the next day.
Vinnie
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jul 2004
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For those of you that have State Farm auto insurance, I'm sure that you know about the roadside assistance package for $4.60 per year...don't you?
I've used the GM auto assistance for a tow under warranty...they sent a flatbed without me asking. The guy was so good, the car was on the truck in less than 5 minutes. On the way to the dealership, we were talking...he won't do AAA because he only gets reimbursed $17 for a tow. With State Farm or the GM auto club, or even Allstate's motor club, you can pick th company of your choice. With AAA, you're stuck with AAA contracted trucks (low bidder). For info, with Allstate, your spouse is covered under your membership (don't know about GM); with AAA, you have to pay (full price) for each membership. With Allstate & GM, you are covered, no matter what car you are driving. With State Farm, each driver that wants roadside assistance coverage has to pay the $2.30 every 6 months.
I've used the GM auto assistance for a tow under warranty...they sent a flatbed without me asking. The guy was so good, the car was on the truck in less than 5 minutes. On the way to the dealership, we were talking...he won't do AAA because he only gets reimbursed $17 for a tow. With State Farm or the GM auto club, or even Allstate's motor club, you can pick th company of your choice. With AAA, you're stuck with AAA contracted trucks (low bidder). For info, with Allstate, your spouse is covered under your membership (don't know about GM); with AAA, you have to pay (full price) for each membership. With Allstate & GM, you are covered, no matter what car you are driving. With State Farm, each driver that wants roadside assistance coverage has to pay the $2.30 every 6 months.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jun 2005
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From: Ewing NJ
I have the Premier membership. When I got attacked by the dreaded column lock, they flatbedded the car to the dealer at no charge. Also, if you drop the phrase, "Do you give AAA discounts?" when you go to certain tire and auto stores, you get a 10% discount. I even got a discount on admission when I went to the Camden Aquarium.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Feb 2005
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From: Charlotte North Carolina
Originally Posted by tbyrne
Just wondering if/what you guys tip the driver after a tow? Especially if it's for the Vette.
I used AAA once...it has paid for itself. My Toyota 4-Runner got a flat on I-70 in the middle of frickin nowhere Ohio. The spare tire was stored underneath and the mechanism to lower it had rusted in place...couldn't lower the tire. AAA sent someone out at 2:30 a.m. Had to wait about an hour...towed 50 + miles. I tipped the driver big. He was friendly, profesional and available in the middle of the night. AAA woke him up at home.
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Racer
Joined: Apr 2005
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From: Sterling Virginia
Originally Posted by MEXAKNPWR
funny that not the majority but all of the 15 near hits on my car were females driving along not paying attention or females on cellphones.
Now I've got a story to tell at work tomorrow...
Sorry to hear about your misfortune
Just can't get good help these days. 
-Rich
Melting Slicks
Joined: Feb 2005
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From: sometimes the lights are shining on me, other times i can barely see minnesota
i've had it since i was a kid, living in minnesota i feel its a must in the winter especially. plus i can use it on work vehicles and would never be without it
Team Owner
Joined: May 2001
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From: Virginia
St. Jude Donor '11
Originally Posted by doug doo wop
I've had it for 30 some years and I think it's worth it.
same here...I have cost them a fortune over the years...
...towings, ran out of gas
, dead batteries, stuck in snow, stuck in mud,stuck in water,stuck in BFE,stuck at drive-in-movies when I was a teenager(boy was that embarrassing:o ), locked keys in car(many times)...they provide money orders, trip planning, etc,and tons of other crap...
Race Director
Joined: Jan 2001
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From: P-town Baby! Virginia
have had them for many years. Never used with the vettes....but used many times with other cars...and they are well worth it! Once good tow and you have paid your premium for the year.
Instructor
Joined: Jun 2006
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From: Glendale CA
Dont know if its the same in your stae but in CA, you can do nearly all DMV transactios at the AAA office. No lines, worth every peeny just for that feature as our DMVs are alwaysextreamly crowded.
Sorry if a repost..
Sorry if a repost..
Safety Car
Joined: Sep 2000
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From: Taildragers rule! USA1
I have it and have used it.
BUT!!!!
They will NOT send a flatbed if you request it. For that they charge $50. The ONLY way a flatbed free is if the tow truck driver requests it. Usually the "hook" truck has to come first and that wastes a lot of time.
I love the free maps and Lenscrafters has a 30% discount for AAA.
Karl
And, there is no arguing with them about this!
BUT!!!!
They will NOT send a flatbed if you request it. For that they charge $50. The ONLY way a flatbed free is if the tow truck driver requests it. Usually the "hook" truck has to come first and that wastes a lot of time.
I love the free maps and Lenscrafters has a 30% discount for AAA.
Karl
And, there is no arguing with them about this!
Last edited by ztheusa; Oct 17, 2006 at 11:14 AM.
Race Director
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From: The A..
Ever since i have been into sports cars i have had it. The reason being is that i always have had a beater w/ moderate to higher milage and in the event it breaks on me (knock on wood) i have the means to get the car towed to a shop. Besides the travel discounts pay for the card anyway. 