Originally Posted by PennBF (Post 1410230)

I am serious when I ask what advantages there are to have a AAA agreement. They will come to a "breakdown" on the road and tow you to the AAA station they have under contract but if the tow is more than 5 miles you can run up bill for every mile over 5. They will not make any repairs but will sell you a battery or tires at slghtly higher than on going rates? I ask because we have been AAA members for years. Long story but steering on car failed when at the Orlando Airport, waited 4+ hours for AAA even though they said they would be there within 20 minutes about 8 times. Finally hired a taxi and went to nearest Walmart, bought steering fluid, put it in car, just made it home. My reward from AAA for stranding me and not coming was 2 $25 Shell Gas coupons. They charge for extra miles of tow, will not make any repairs, allegedly charge more than recommended retail rates for tires and batteries and want about $85 a year for this? Am I wrong in thinking this is another rip?:shrug:

Originally Posted by dbussone (Post 1410240)

The plan I have provides for one 200 mile tow per year, as well as unlimited 100 mile tows. With my wife using a rollator I want to be certain she is well covered. The premier plan, with all its options, is worth it for peace of mind.

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Originally Posted by Carl in Tampa (Post 1410249)

I, too, have the AAA Premier Membership. As my disability increased several years ago, I upgraded from the Classic Membership, specifically for the towing benefits. Also, I am no longer capable of changing a flat tire.



Most of my travel is between Tampa and The Villages, 75 miles door-to-door between my two abodes. With Premier Membership I can get free towing the entire distance if needed.



Also, since the coverage is for whatever vehicle I am in, I have used it to get my son's car towed from TV to Tampa when it broke down. In the past few days I had to get my car towed the last 20 miles into Tampa when I had engine problems.



In addition, I have had to call for flat tire service twice in the road construction areas north of Tampa. Last year my gas gauge failed and I ran out of gas. In all cases, the AAA service man arrived sooner than their estimate. (Of course it still seemed a long time while sitting on the side of the road.)



I have been a AAA member since long before there were GPS apps, or even cell phones, and my wife and I traveled a lot. The Tour Books, free maps, Trip Tix, motel discounts, preferential parking at Disney World, Cruise Bookings, and many other conveniences and discounts made the membership worthwhile.



Different people have different perceptions and different needs.



I have been quite satisfied with my AAA membership.