2008-11-20 23:18:40

Where can I find cheap breakdown cover?

Answer (by Martin H):
Hi,
Try first here: www.simplebreakdowncover.co.uk. This is a price comparison website and they compare UK and European breakdown covers - actually compare, not only list banners and ads. There is a quite sophisticated search engine which compares hundreds of covers and they'll give you the exact premium based on your individual requirements (i.e. car age, your age etc.) for the whole variety of recovery providers (AA, RAC and smaller ones). They won't list policies that are not relevant to you (i.e. your car is to old etc.). There are two types of search available: you can search covers that are available within your budget or you can choose options you need and they'll list products that match your requirements (with their prices) from the majority of breakdown service providers operating in the UK.

You can find some special offers there as well which will give you extra discounts (that is, some covers can cost you less than advertised on providers' websites...). For example, a while ago you could get cashback on any UK cover from either RAC or The AA (probably the most reliable and the biggest breakdown recovery providers in the UK).

Hope this helps.

2008-11-02 15:10:27

whats the best reasonable breakdown cover for a car ?

there seems to be so many out there now . i need road side and recovery , take home . rescue my car is one .used to have aa but not so much money now , need some one reliable

Answer (by dont know much):
go to martin lewis money saving expert .com site he gives you the best impartial advice , if you want best value for money the best is insurance where you pay for your breakdown at the time and claim the money back from the company they pay up within two weeks so if you paid by credit card that way u will get paid b4 the bills arrive .Thats how i do it and it works out about 45 pound i think for me and spouse any car

2008-10-12 13:27:18

Am i covered by aa breakdown repair cover?

Hi all, i have AA breakdown repair cover and have recently found out that i have a cracked front pipe and need a new cat! am i covered with the aa breakdown repair cover or is there anything i can do to make me eligable?

Answer (by Metalfinga):
For you to be covered you need to call out AA recovery 1st, once they've checked your "broken down car" they'll either tow it to nearest garage of your choice or let you take it there. Then call AA breakdown repair who'll wait for the repairs quote from the garage. Remember they'll pay up to £500 per repair (of which you pay an excess of £25), or half of the bill if under £500. Repairs need to be completed within 6 wks of AA Recovery checking your car. Up to 5 repairs claims per year. I used them recently when the transfer box & gearbox went on my Discovery, saved me £475!!

2008-08-27 07:46:20

Which UK car manufacturers offer free breakdown cover as a perk of buying a new car from them?

I am trying to find out which car manufacturers from the following list offer free breakdown cover as part of the showroom deal. This can either be arranged by the dealer themselves or be part of the insurance package they give-away (if any!). Please see the list of manufacturers below I am interested in: Nissan Mazda Mitsubishi BMW Rover/MG Audi Mercedes Landrover Kia Citroen Vauxhall Ford Peugeot Chrysler Chevrolet Dodge Toyota Fiat Honda Alfa Romeo Hyundai Jeep Mini Volkswagon Seat Lexus Renault Jaguar Skodo Smart Subaru Suzuki Volvo If so, which roadside assitance company do each manufacturers use? Maybe if we can get someone who has bought a car from each manufacturer brand new, we can formulate a list between us! Thankyou for any help you can provide. J G - Most, if not all of the dealer websites do not mention breakdown cover. The websites mostly advertise their finance options and real cash savings as opposed to smaller perks like breakdown cover. Thankyou for your input, you have been very 'helpful' I have given a call to each of these car manufacturers and they all offer free brakdown cover, generally for the first 3 years of ownership for a brand new car or 1 year for an approved used car. I have also found out which companies they use as well so thankyou all for your input

Answer (by Lucky Ellie):
I thought they all gave free breakdown cover. Had a new Peugeot and they did for 3 years If they didnt and the car broke down the other end of the country from where you bought it they would be liable for picking it up and getting it fixed. So it is easier for them to do a deal with the RAC or AA and include it in the purchase price

2008-08-18 11:37:46

AA breakdown UK repair cover...?

Has anyone got the breakdown repair cover? have they paid out? What are you experiences. http://www.theaa.com/breakdownrepaircover/index.html Thanks

Answer (by alex p):
my answer is don't get it...dude