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I'm looking at joining either the AA or RAC.

It's probably common knowledge but with basic cover, what would a patrol do if you brokedown middle of the night, a couldn't fix on roadside.
Generally they say they'll tow you to a local garage, but obviously being shut at that time of night, would they just leave you on the raodside?

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  • I am with Autoaid and I got towed home and had to ring them the next day to get towed to a garage.
  • *Vikki*
    *Vikki* Posts: 1,303 Forumite
    yes I am about to join the AA too. I was told their basic cover at £28 only tows you ten miles? Is that right?
  • daveyjp
    daveyjp Posts: 13,678 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper
    Basic cover is just that - they'll try and fix it, probably give you a short trip on a wagon, but anything else and you have to pay.

    We've also just gone to Autoaid - £37 a year for full insurance cover for me and my wife in any car we are driving.

    If you want cheap cover why skimp to get basic AA cover when full cover using an insurance policy is available for very little more?
  • Totallly agree with alwaysonthego
    I am with Autoaid and I got towed home and had to ring them the next day to get towed to a garage.
    Have used them for 4 years, never had a problem and they replay within a week.
    £39. a year PM or email me if you want link to their site
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