Need New Battery
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Drifting
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Need New Battery
I have a 2010 Grand Sport and in need of a new battery . I was wondering what is the best one for this car ? An interstate, red top , yellow top , etc . ? Thanks
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I just installed an AutoZone 90-DRG Duralast Gold battery in my Z06. $113 and it has a 3 year free replacement and an 8 year prorated warranty. Plus AutoZone is one of the largest parts stores around so finding a AutoZone store, if you do need a warranty replacement battery is easier then a lot of brands of batteries.
Your car might take the 85 series battery since you don't have the dry sump engine, which is $99. You lucky dog, saving $14 dollars. The 85 Gold still has the same 3 year free/8 year prorated warranty.
Your car might take the 85 series battery since you don't have the dry sump engine, which is $99. You lucky dog, saving $14 dollars. The 85 Gold still has the same 3 year free/8 year prorated warranty.
Last edited by JoesC5; Apr 3, 2012 at 04:03 PM.
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Thanks but I have one . A few weeks ago I left cove lights on and it went dead . I had it jumped no problem since then . I went to the dealer for service it was there 2 days and they said it was dead and don't know why . I am just going to replace the battery don't want any more aggravation . Isn't the LS 3 dry sump engine ?
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I have had a good number of vettes and have always had the best luck with the Delco Professional's and they have a 6 year warranty which is the longest warranty available now from what I have seen.
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As mentioned, if your car is within the first 3yrs/36K mi, then the dealer will replace it. While Interstates are very good bateries, none of the others suck, and are very good too. Advance Auto Gold's are good as well, and can usually save 20% when ordering online.
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Sears Platnium .. One of the most expensive but I use this in my classic cars which sit quite a bit and they really hold up. If I am not mistaken the free replacement period is 5 years. As noted, check with the dealer first to see if you can get a free replacement ....
You have a $50-$120k car I assume you can afford a $180 battery.
You have a $50-$120k car I assume you can afford a $180 battery.
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I swear by Interstate. 
QUOTE:....."About Interstate Batteries"
Interstate Batteries has earned a solid reputation for top-quality products, consistently reliable service and business innovations. What started as a small company has now grown to be one of the most respected names in the car battery business. For more than 60 years, Interstate has been designing high-quality replacement car batteries. The company is based on high principles to offer the best-quality products, provide impeccable service and always treat the customer with respect. When you choose an Interstate battery, you can be certain you’re choosing a battery that was made with quality and design in mind.
QUOTE:....."About Interstate Batteries"
Interstate Batteries has earned a solid reputation for top-quality products, consistently reliable service and business innovations. What started as a small company has now grown to be one of the most respected names in the car battery business. For more than 60 years, Interstate has been designing high-quality replacement car batteries. The company is based on high principles to offer the best-quality products, provide impeccable service and always treat the customer with respect. When you choose an Interstate battery, you can be certain you’re choosing a battery that was made with quality and design in mind.
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I swear by Interstate.
QUOTE:....."About Interstate Batteries"
Interstate Batteries has earned a solid reputation for top-quality products, consistently reliable service and business innovations. What started as a small company has now grown to be one of the most respected names in the car battery business. For more than 60 years, Interstate has been designing high-quality replacement car batteries. The company is based on high principles to offer the best-quality products, provide impeccable service and always treat the customer with respect. When you choose an Interstate battery, you can be certain you’re choosing a battery that was made with quality and design in mind.
QUOTE:....."About Interstate Batteries"
Interstate Batteries has earned a solid reputation for top-quality products, consistently reliable service and business innovations. What started as a small company has now grown to be one of the most respected names in the car battery business. For more than 60 years, Interstate has been designing high-quality replacement car batteries. The company is based on high principles to offer the best-quality products, provide impeccable service and always treat the customer with respect. When you choose an Interstate battery, you can be certain you’re choosing a battery that was made with quality and design in mind.
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Sears Platnium .. One of the most expensive but I use this in my classic cars which sit quite a bit and they really hold up. If I am not mistaken the free replacement period is 5 years. As noted, check with the dealer first to see if you can get a free replacement ....
You have a $50-$120k car I assume you can afford a $180 battery.
You have a $50-$120k car I assume you can afford a $180 battery.
Sears car batteries are manufactured by Johnson Controls.
They also make car batteries for Toyota (True Start), Mazda, Mitsubishi, Honda and Acura dealers, Costco (Kirkland signature), AutoZone (Duralast), Advance auto parts (Autocraft), and Les Schwab. They used to make the Wal-Mart Everstart batteries, but now those are made by Exide.
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When it went dead at the dealer I was under 36K. I am going to call them but they will probably gie me a hard time . Now I am over that but bought the best extended warranty but they probably won't cover it right ? My Dad always swore by interstate batteries .
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Sears Platnium .. One of the most expensive but I use this in my classic cars which sit quite a bit and they really hold up. If I am not mistaken the free replacement period is 5 years. As noted, check with the dealer first to see if you can get a free replacement ....
You have a $50-$120k car I assume you can afford a $180 battery.
You have a $50-$120k car I assume you can afford a $180 battery.
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If you want to check if and what Sears has to fit your car just go to the Sears website and in the automotive area they have a system where you enter your car info and they show which batteries they sell that will fit your vehicle.
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Thanks but I have one . A few weeks ago I left cove lights on and it went dead . I had it jumped no problem since then . I went to the dealer for service it was there 2 days and they said it was dead and don't know why . I am just going to replace the battery don't want any more aggravation . Isn't the LS 3 dry sump engine ?
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Sears Platinum .. One of the most expensive but I use this in my classic cars which sit quite a bit and they really hold up. If I am not mistaken the free replacement period is 5 years. As noted, check with the dealer first to see if you can get a free replacement ....
You have a $50-$120k car I assume you can afford a $180 battery.
You have a $50-$120k car I assume you can afford a $180 battery.
Isn't Sear's Platinum battery warranty 4 year free replacement(one year longer then the AutoZone) and a 100 month prorated(4 months longer then the AutoZone)? How does Sear's price compare with AutoZone's $99 for their 85-DLG. From Sear's website, it appears to be $220. Thats over double the cost to gain one year free replacement and 4 months prorated. Not too smart a buy, in my opinion. If my AutoZone dies in 6 years it, will cost me ~$75 to replace(75% X $99) vs the Sear's ~$158 to replace(72% X $220).
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I replaced the 5 year old Delco in my convert just because I figured it was about time with a Delco Professional with a 6 year warranty and it ran me about $85 from my Chevy dealer parts department.
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