Tire/Wheel Package
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Burning Brakes
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Tire/Wheel Package
Looks like I'm getting a new GS in February. The Tire/Wheel Package is $1000.00. How does it work? I assume its good for any dealer you happen to be at not just the selling dealer. I am concerned about all these bent rims I keep hearing about. Any thoughts?
Last edited by Mobil 1; Jan 9, 2019 at 12:07 PM.
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YES!
I would buy it in a heartbeat!
Because of all my issues, GM bought us the wheel and tire insurance when my car was 12 weeks old. I’ve used it 3 times and it went fairly seamlessly. I had more issues with the dealership not knowing how to file the claim more than anything.
If you want to see if it’s the same company you can PM me and I will share the info.
I would buy it in a heartbeat!
Because of all my issues, GM bought us the wheel and tire insurance when my car was 12 weeks old. I’ve used it 3 times and it went fairly seamlessly. I had more issues with the dealership not knowing how to file the claim more than anything.
If you want to see if it’s the same company you can PM me and I will share the info.
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The correct term is “tire and wheel protection” I’m not sure if they use different companies. I didn’t choose mine at the dealership...GM chose mine and paid for it.
https://www.chevrolet.com/protection...eel-protection
https://www.chevrolet.com/protection...eel-protection
Heel & Toe
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I just picked up my GS from the dealer 200 miles away last week. I was 25 miles from home when the low pressure warning came on. Can someone please PM me the name of the insurance companies mentioned here.
Also, has anyone used GMPartsGiant.Com to order parts? Easy or hassle to deal with?
Also, has anyone used GMPartsGiant.Com to order parts? Easy or hassle to deal with?
Le Mans Master
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I think I would just get my own set of reliable wheels to begin with and just eat the cost of the stock wheels. It isn't just the money and insurance paying when needed. It is the inconvenience for me. Something to consider though. The car was a bargain anyway. Buy a good set and be done with the worry.
Racer
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I just picked up my GS from the dealer 200 miles away last week. I was 25 miles from home when the low pressure warning came on. Can someone please PM me the name of the insurance companies mentioned here.
Also, has anyone used GMPartsGiant.Com to order parts? Easy or hassle to deal with?
Also, has anyone used GMPartsGiant.Com to order parts? Easy or hassle to deal with?
The Plan I have is from Maximus Auto Group.
PS- Did you check to see if you are just low on air?
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I think I would just get my own set of reliable wheels to begin with and just eat the cost of the stock wheels. It isn't just the money and insurance paying when needed. It is the inconvenience for me. Something to consider though. The car was a bargain anyway. Buy a good set and be done with the worry.
I do have a 2nd set of tires/wheels, which I switch between winter and summer. In both cases, I had a ready spare, and simply took the flat tire to the dealer to be replaced.
Last edited by Foosh; Jan 23, 2019 at 05:04 PM.
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just another aftermarket insurance policy -- NOT from GM, so prices, performance, and which dealers will honor it can vary wildly depending on which aftermarket company your particular dealer uses.
Last edited by Kent1999; Jan 23, 2019 at 05:21 PM.
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Is the GM tire and wheel package always offered by third party such as Maximus? Or is there one by GM? Seems like the one from Maximus has legit and honorable coverage.
Does anyone know how the protection plan is treated if you put Michelin all season tires on that did not come with the car? I.e if I buy the tire/wheel package and swap the super sports with all season tires, am I still covered?
also, can you purchase this coverage from another Chevrolet dealer other than the one you purchased the car from?
thanks!
Does anyone know how the protection plan is treated if you put Michelin all season tires on that did not come with the car? I.e if I buy the tire/wheel package and swap the super sports with all season tires, am I still covered?
also, can you purchase this coverage from another Chevrolet dealer other than the one you purchased the car from?
thanks!
Racer
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From: PA
Is the GM tire and wheel package always offered by third party such as Maximus? Or is there one by GM? Seems like the one from Maximus has legit and honorable coverage.
Does anyone know how the protection plan is treated if you put Michelin all season tires on that did not come with the car? I.e if I buy the tire/wheel package and swap the super sports with all season tires, am I still covered?
also, can you purchase this coverage from another Chevrolet dealer other than the one you purchased the car from?
thanks!
Does anyone know how the protection plan is treated if you put Michelin all season tires on that did not come with the car? I.e if I buy the tire/wheel package and swap the super sports with all season tires, am I still covered?
also, can you purchase this coverage from another Chevrolet dealer other than the one you purchased the car from?
thanks!
The Maximus plan covers it all. For any tire and wheel you have on your Vette not just the Michelin's the way I understand it.
There is one by GM as well.
All dealers offer different companies and coverage's. You can call other dealer but the dealer that is selling you the car will give you the best price.
Drifting
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Drifting
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I just picked up my GS from the dealer 200 miles away last week. I was 25 miles from home when the low pressure warning came on. Can someone please PM me the name of the insurance companies mentioned here.
Also, has anyone used GMPartsGiant.Com to order parts? Easy or hassle to deal with?
Also, has anyone used GMPartsGiant.Com to order parts? Easy or hassle to deal with?
Drifting
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From: St. Louis MO
The correct term is “tire and wheel protection” I’m not sure if they use different companies. I didn’t choose mine at the dealership...GM chose mine and paid for it.
https://www.chevrolet.com/protection...eel-protection
https://www.chevrolet.com/protection...eel-protection