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Title: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: bobotheclown on 21 May 2009, 22:13
Ok maybe I should post this in the mk2 section as they might have had more experience with breakdown companies  :laugh:

Seriously, am thinking of getting it but not sure which one to go for? Any recommendations?
Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: bacillus on 21 May 2009, 22:26
I use the RAC bought with Tesco clubcard vouchers.  :smiley:
Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: SilverChariot on 21 May 2009, 22:36
http://motoringassist.com
Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: ub7rm on 21 May 2009, 22:37
The AA carried and changed a coil pack on my mk4 1.8T....  :undecided:  On that basis they're alright...
Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: sharpie on 21 May 2009, 22:42
i use adrian flux breakdown regularly, purchased alongside my insurance so don't know if they do it seperate or not. was only about 50-60 for the year, includes home start and full european cover unlike many others. called them out at least 4-5 times.

it's only worth it if your car is actually going to break down though. otherwise it's a waste.
Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: ifti on 21 May 2009, 22:47
I go between RAC and AA every year!

Reason being, both have better offers for new members, so every year I switch to the other and become a 'new' member, hence get the discounted rate ;)

At the moment Im with the AA. I wouldnt be without breakdown cover, even though my car is a '08' plate, since I have kids and I would hate to be broken down with both my young kids in the car etc.
Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: Cass on 22 May 2009, 11:18
AA or RAC for independent breakdown cover if you don't have VW Assist (who incidently use the RAC). Your insurance company may also give you a quote but unlikely to be as competitive as a new AA/RAC mambership.

Try this link for a cheap option :wink:

http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/insurance/roadside-recovery

Cass
Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 22 May 2009, 11:27
Quote from: ifti on 21 May 2009, 22:47
I go between RAC and AA every year!

Reason being, both have better offers for new members, so every year I switch to the other and become a 'new' member, hence get the discounted rate ;)

At the moment Im with the AA. I wouldnt be without breakdown cover, even though my car is a '08' plate, since I have kids and I would hate to be broken down with both my young kids in the car etc.

Exact0h, ive done the same for the past 4/5 years i think. You've gotta make them earn their money i say and play them against each other when getting quotes.  :wink:
Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: ub7rm on 22 May 2009, 11:39
Might be worth having a look at Quidco to see if any of them have a cash back deal.

Its a really good site, got £20 cash back for signing up to sky broadband and phone.  I think they do some breakdown stuff too as well as most other utilities  :smiley:
Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: Wayne on 22 May 2009, 11:50
I am with the AA, have been with them ages.
Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: smartypants on 22 May 2009, 14:51
I've never bothered going direct, I find its better to find a bank account that offers this "free" - I also get mobile phone insurace and other perks for less than £10 a month in my Barclays current account.

Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: sharpie on 22 May 2009, 21:42
the breakdown cover included in bank accounts is pish.

i have a friend with a BoS account with breakdown cover included (amongst other things for £12.50 a month)

read the terms and conditions around it. his had a mileage limit of 10 miles. not so handy really.
Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: JC on 22 May 2009, 21:44
Quote from: bobotheclown on 21 May 2009, 22:13
Ok maybe I should post this in the mk2 section as they might have had more experience with breakdown companies  :laugh:

Seriously, am thinking of getting it but not sure which one to go for? Any recommendations?

as the solo Mk2 breakdown user - you need the Mk4 section, especially regarding recovery  :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:

I am AA, but only cos its a long standing FAMILY policy  :cool:
Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: sharpie on 22 May 2009, 21:52
Quote from: chuff on 22 May 2009, 21:44
as the solo Mk2 breakdown user

i reckon me and my old oak greener would give you a run for your money
Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: smartypants on 23 May 2009, 09:39
Quote from: sharpie on 22 May 2009, 21:42
the breakdown cover included in bank accounts is pish.

i have a friend with a BoS account with breakdown cover included (amongst other things for £12.50 a month)

read the terms and conditions around it. his had a mileage limit of 10 miles. not so handy really.

Not mine its the full AA package... BoS though... typical tight a*se sweatties ;)
Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: pitman4u on 23 May 2009, 12:18
RAC for me. they are spot on everytime. had bad experience with AA not taking my g/friend home & leaving her stranded at the roadside because we didnt have the certain cover level!!!
Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: sharpie on 23 May 2009, 14:45
Quote from: smartypants on 23 May 2009, 09:39
Quote from: sharpie on 22 May 2009, 21:42
the breakdown cover included in bank accounts is pish.

i have a friend with a BoS account with breakdown cover included (amongst other things for £12.50 a month)

read the terms and conditions around it. his had a mileage limit of 10 miles. not so handy really.

Not mine its the full AA package... BoS though... typical tight a*se sweatties ;)

including homestart and racial slurs?
Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: smartypants on 23 May 2009, 15:49
Oh get over yourself... its a joke!

Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: mrlapou on 23 May 2009, 17:21
Britannia Rescue through CSMA £49.50 with £29.50 option for for any vehicle me and partner drive or travel in.

Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: robz on 23 May 2009, 17:32
i have a barclays account and get free full cover with it...
its rac and the 2 times ive needed it they have been spot on...
nice and freindly and very helpful!!!
Title: Re: roadside cover - any recommendations?
Post by: ub7rm on 23 May 2009, 19:22
The AA through quidco gets you at least £19 cashback....

http://www.quidco.com/aa-uk-breakdown/