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Old 03-14-2007, 08:27 AM
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Question Tire Insurance?

Apparently the manufacturers no longer offer a "road hazard warranty" on new tires. So the dealer wants to sell me an insurance policy for $750. Has anyone bought this? My sniff test is another dealer gimmick.

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Old 03-14-2007, 08:45 AM
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That seems ridiculous to me. I'm not sure what the exact current exchange rate is (somewhere around 9% last I saw), but tire rack has the OE Dunlop run flats for $429 front, $434 rear USD(assuming you have the sport package and 20" wheels on your 4.8i, otherwise, might be a little cheaper). So to buy that insurance policy you'd be paying as much a tire and a half. Seems like you'd be better off taking your chances......
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Old 03-14-2007, 10:40 AM
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Read the warranty that came with the tire, it is pretty good and covers punctures (see last section)

note page 6:
http://www.michelinman.com/assets/pd...inwarranty.pdf
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Old 03-14-2007, 01:13 PM
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The warranty covers tire damage and replacement if punctured (in Canada it is illegal to plug a run-flat) It also covers damage to the rims. Replacement coverage is 5 years or $6000.00. I paid $500.00 CDN for mine and I think it is a worthwhile investment.
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Old 03-14-2007, 01:28 PM
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The tires basic warranty, which is included free covers these same things for 2 years as I read it.
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Old 03-14-2007, 01:50 PM
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The tires basic warranty, which is included free covers these same things for 2 years as I read it.
Does it cover the actual rim? Have you ever tried to make a claim on one of these warranty's from the manufacturer? It is almost impossible to collect I have been through this a couple of times.
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Old 03-14-2007, 01:55 PM
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no, it does not include rim...only the tire.
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I bought this, was $595 at my dealer who told me it includes tires and rims. Considering the runflats can't be patched or plugged, or so they say, i think it's a reasonable deal, especially the fact that it includes the rims.
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Old 03-14-2007, 02:13 PM
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All I am saying guys is that Michelin covers nails and will repair or replace road hazards for free for 2 years.. so factor that in to your equation.

For me, $500-$700 for insurance that is basicly covering my rims only is not a value. I cant recall the last time I damaged a rim.

look at the link in post 4...read page 6 of the pdf.
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Old 03-14-2007, 02:35 PM
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from what I've been told by dealers, run flats can be repaired, but it's not a good idea. Best to check with the tire manufacturers I would think.
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