Breakdown Cover
Breakdown Cover
Hi all,
Just recieved this email from Start Rescue Breakdown;
"Policy Renewal
Dear Mr Down,
This is a reminder that your Vehicle Breakdown policy is due to expire in 30 days time.
startrescue.co.uk are unable to offer you a renewal on the vehicle(s) listed on your policy due to either the age of the vehicle(s) or the vehicle classification. Therefore, all cover under this policy will expire on 01/10/2020 at 00:01:00."
So can anyone recommend a breakdown company for the Capri? Home Start, Roadside and Relay is all I require
Just recieved this email from Start Rescue Breakdown;
"Policy Renewal
Dear Mr Down,
This is a reminder that your Vehicle Breakdown policy is due to expire in 30 days time.
startrescue.co.uk are unable to offer you a renewal on the vehicle(s) listed on your policy due to either the age of the vehicle(s) or the vehicle classification. Therefore, all cover under this policy will expire on 01/10/2020 at 00:01:00."
So can anyone recommend a breakdown company for the Capri? Home Start, Roadside and Relay is all I require
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Re: Breakdown Cover
I've got the RAC personal cover whereby I'm covered on anything I drive or am a passenger in. Just have roadside and recovery, not homestart.
It's quite expensive at about £140.
It's quite expensive at about £140.
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Thanks Paul,
The Mrs has our Focus covered with Start Rescue, they obviously think old cars are going to be a hassle but the Capri gets better care than the Focus
My insurers don't offer breakdown, I'm half tempted not to bother considering the mileage I cover, but I know if I haven't got it I'll need it
Got this quote; £87.36 Green Flag Recovery Plus
Roadside assistance Get 24/7 help if you ever breakdown, including a tow to a nearby garage if we can’t repair your vehicle on the road.
Unlimited callouts You can call us out as many times as you need. Please note, we may charge you for multiple callouts for the same problem.
Cover at home We’ll come to the rescue if you breakdown at your home, or within ¼ mile from it.
National recovery We’ll take you, your passengers, and your vehicle to a place of your choice in the UK. If your breakdown is caused by a flat or damaged tyre, a 10-mile limit will apply. With Recovery Plus, there’s a 20-mile limit if you breakdown at home.
Onward travel (on us)
The Mrs has our Focus covered with Start Rescue, they obviously think old cars are going to be a hassle but the Capri gets better care than the Focus
My insurers don't offer breakdown, I'm half tempted not to bother considering the mileage I cover, but I know if I haven't got it I'll need it
Got this quote; £87.36 Green Flag Recovery Plus
Roadside assistance Get 24/7 help if you ever breakdown, including a tow to a nearby garage if we can’t repair your vehicle on the road.
Unlimited callouts You can call us out as many times as you need. Please note, we may charge you for multiple callouts for the same problem.
Cover at home We’ll come to the rescue if you breakdown at your home, or within ¼ mile from it.
National recovery We’ll take you, your passengers, and your vehicle to a place of your choice in the UK. If your breakdown is caused by a flat or damaged tyre, a 10-mile limit will apply. With Recovery Plus, there’s a 20-mile limit if you breakdown at home.
Onward travel (on us)
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Re: Breakdown Cover
Hi Andy,
That's a bit of a blow. Presumably, if you're already been covered with Start they must have recently changed their terms and conditions to exclude cars over a certain age.
Like Paul, I've got personal cover with the AA but I've got a package that includes relay and homestart. It is relatively expensive when compared with some of the lesser known providers, however, from my experience their service is very good. I recognise that with the AA you have to pay extra for going with a recognised brand, but I think it's worth it for peace of mind. I suppose what you decide to do depends on your own circumstances.
Andrew.
That's a bit of a blow. Presumably, if you're already been covered with Start they must have recently changed their terms and conditions to exclude cars over a certain age.
Like Paul, I've got personal cover with the AA but I've got a package that includes relay and homestart. It is relatively expensive when compared with some of the lesser known providers, however, from my experience their service is very good. I recognise that with the AA you have to pay extra for going with a recognised brand, but I think it's worth it for peace of mind. I suppose what you decide to do depends on your own circumstances.
Andrew.
Re: Breakdown Cover
Hi Adrew,Andrew 2.8i wrote: ↑Mon Aug 31, 2020 10:30 am Hi Andy,
That's a bit of a blow. Presumably, if you're already been covered with Start they must have recently changed their terms and conditions to exclude cars over a certain age.
Like Paul, I've got personal cover with the AA but I've got a package that includes relay and homestart. It is relatively expensive when compared with some of the lesser known providers, however, from my experience their service is very good. I recognise that with the AA you have to pay extra for going with a recognised brand, but I think it's worth it for peace of mind. I suppose what you decide to do depends on your own circumstances.
Andrew.
I checked the renewal price a couple of months ago and it was around £100 up from £48 So I was expecting some sort of change to be around the corner.
I joined the AA several years ago after they brought me and a mate home from Santa Pod when his RS Escort broke down, but the price increase was quite high so went elsewhere. You almost want to breakdown to get your money worth
Found another company for just under £60, so might give that a go. As with insurance you never know how good thy are until required!
Re: Breakdown Cover
Another email received;
"Whoops, sorry for the email!
Some of our customers received the wrong renewal email communication today.
You will receive an email with the correct renewal information within the next 24 hours.
Thanks for all your support.
The startrescue.co.uk Team"
The plot thickens
"Whoops, sorry for the email!
Some of our customers received the wrong renewal email communication today.
You will receive an email with the correct renewal information within the next 24 hours.
Thanks for all your support.
The startrescue.co.uk Team"
The plot thickens
Re: Breakdown Cover
You can buy a cheap cover from Halfords for £20. Don't know why you'd put it on a broken down car though
I'm the one who leaves all those shoes in the carriageway.
Re: Breakdown Cover
OHHHH, we have a comedian
to anyone that cares for the delay in my update ;
Had a renewal quote from Start Rescue of just over £56, so I will get that sorted soon
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Re: Breakdown Cover
Funny name for a breakdown company... START then Rescue. Jesus if they were chasing Tom down the motorway trying to rescue him from his started capri they'd stand no bleedin chance
Seriously though Andy that's a very decent price mate. And this is for National Relay too.?? Very good
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Re: Breakdown Cover
Hi Nick,Fordoholic Nick wrote: ↑Wed Sep 09, 2020 1:55 am Seriously though Andy that's a very decent price mate. And this is for National Relay too.?? Very good
It's the 3 star cover for £54 (My email says £56.97 so will confirm that) that covers;
Roadside Assistance
Local Recovery up to 10 miles
Nationwide Recovery
Home Assist
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That's very good Andy. Nice find mate.
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Broke down today actually, ran out of electricity again! Turned off the engine at a level crossing and didn't have the amps to start up again! Really must sort this alternator wiring outFordoholic Nick wrote: ↑Wed Sep 09, 2020 1:55 amJesus if they were chasing Tom down the motorway trying to rescue him from his started capri they'd stand no bleedin chance
I'm the one who leaves all those shoes in the carriageway.
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Oh dear Tom. Hope you got it started up OK mate. This put a stop to your 'charge' home and AMP-lified your frustration...
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Re: Breakdown Cover
Fordoholic Nick wrote: ↑Wed Sep 09, 2020 9:39 pm
Oh dear Tom. Hope you got it started up OK mate. This put a stop to your 'charge' home and AMP-lified your frustration...
I always carry jump leads and fortunately my mate wasn't too far away, was moving again 20min later. Got some right dirty looks from one or two people that clearly assumed I had just pulled up for a rest or something
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Re: Breakdown Cover
Renewed this morning for £51.24Andrew 2.8i wrote: ↑Thu Sep 10, 2020 4:16 am Glad you got it sorted Andy. Great renewal price too.
Andrew.
Also insured for another year too