Citroen assist
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Citroen assist
I've just realised that my Saxo's year's cover from Citroen Assist has expired. Anyone know how to renew it or what other breakdown service do people recommend?
that's odd, when I had it for my XM, it used to cost around £65 per year, compared to over £100 for similar AA/RAC cover. Service was always reasonably good too, on the 2 or 3 occasions I called them in 13 years.... Call them and find out, there should be a contact number in the car or in the booklet.
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that's odd, when I had it for my XM, it used to cost around £65 per year,
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That's about what I pay for my Xantia. I consider it good value since it gives cover for Continental motoring. They contact me just before expiry.
that's odd, when I had it for my XM, it used to cost around £65 per year,
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That's about what I pay for my Xantia. I consider it good value since it gives cover for Continental motoring. They contact me just before expiry.
Only reason I've dropped it is because I get free AA cover via the bank these days, as part of my account services (free - hah - included in the charges!). This has the advantage that it's ME that is covered, as opposed to the car, which is fine as I'm the only driver of the car so it won't be stuck anywhere and not covered.
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Only reason I've dropped it is because I get free AA cover via the bank these days, as part of my account services (free - hah - included in the charges!). This has the advantage that it's ME that is covered, as opposed to the car, which is fine as I'm the only driver of the car so it won't be stuck anywhere and not covered.
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Is that with Lloyds TSB the AA Cover? If it is, its not worth FREE! As i found out when my Xantia blewup in Dartford tunnel. They only cover to take you and your car home (or somewhere else) up to 10 Miles, or get you off the motorway. I had to pay £450 for a tow home because of this crappy excuse of cover. If its the Lloyds TSB one you still need proper AA or RAC cover, unless you never drive more than 10 miles from home!!!
Only reason I've dropped it is because I get free AA cover via the bank these days, as part of my account services (free - hah - included in the charges!). This has the advantage that it's ME that is covered, as opposed to the car, which is fine as I'm the only driver of the car so it won't be stuck anywhere and not covered.
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Is that with Lloyds TSB the AA Cover? If it is, its not worth FREE! As i found out when my Xantia blewup in Dartford tunnel. They only cover to take you and your car home (or somewhere else) up to 10 Miles, or get you off the motorway. I had to pay £450 for a tow home because of this crappy excuse of cover. If its the Lloyds TSB one you still need proper AA or RAC cover, unless you never drive more than 10 miles from home!!!
Martyhopkirk mentioned GEM recovery? they are very good, they cover you rather than a car so you can get help driving any car in your charge. Only drawback is that you pay the bills and re claim later. I was dragged of the M/way and taken home not to long ago (Mondeo) and had no trouble recovering the £98 charged by the garage. You must have a clean driving licence when applying. Tel:01342 824847.
interesting.... according to the T's & C's on mine, I believe I have roadside, relay, relay plus, homestart etc all included. In fact, the documentation I read states 'recovery to a single destination of your choice'
But I have only used it once, 3-5 miles from home (so far)
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Only reason I've dropped it is because I get free AA cover via the bank these days, as part of my account services (free - hah - included in the charges!). This has the advantage that it's ME that is covered, as opposed to the car, which is fine as I'm the only driver of the car so it won't be stuck anywhere and not covered.
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Is that with Lloyds TSB the AA Cover? If it is, its not worth FREE! As i found out when my Xantia blewup in Dartford tunnel. They only cover to take you and your car home (or somewhere else) up to 10 Miles, or get you off the motorway. I had to pay £450 for a tow home because of this crappy excuse of cover. If its the Lloyds TSB one you still need proper AA or RAC cover, unless you never drive more than 10 miles from home!!!
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But I have only used it once, 3-5 miles from home (so far)
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Only reason I've dropped it is because I get free AA cover via the bank these days, as part of my account services (free - hah - included in the charges!). This has the advantage that it's ME that is covered, as opposed to the car, which is fine as I'm the only driver of the car so it won't be stuck anywhere and not covered.
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Is that with Lloyds TSB the AA Cover? If it is, its not worth FREE! As i found out when my Xantia blewup in Dartford tunnel. They only cover to take you and your car home (or somewhere else) up to 10 Miles, or get you off the motorway. I had to pay £450 for a tow home because of this crappy excuse of cover. If its the Lloyds TSB one you still need proper AA or RAC cover, unless you never drive more than 10 miles from home!!!
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I've joined Green Flag because at the moment they have special internet offer and they of course operate Citroen Assist I found out. £79 isn't bad for a comprehensive policy (excluding Europe) as opposed £125 RAC. I looked at GEM but their coverage was poor in relation to other companies which is why it was that much cheaper.