Promotions - RIDE with G

Southern Californian’s who attended the Auto Show may or may not have noticed the current VW promotion that lasts through December 13th (this coming Sunday). It is as simple as it sounds. You send a text VW, then lease a new 2009 or 2010 VW before Dec 13th, 2009 and you will get a iPod Touch 1-2 weeks after you take delivery.

Here are the details:

Text LAAUTO to VWCARS (892277) and receive a complimentary iPod touch when you purchase or lease a new 2009 or 2010 Volkswagen.

You can’t see much of the fine print on this, but it essentially talks about the period of this offer (til the 13th); Standard messaging fees apply; Only at participating So Cal VW Dealers; Apple is not sponsoring this promotion; And lastly, expect the iPod around 1 to 2 weeks after taking delivery of the vehicle.

Here is are blow up of the add that was stuck to the a 2010 CC’s door. And yes, that is my reflection on the door. LOL.

From Infiniti Website:

Infiniti owners who received an exclusive offer in the mail are able to recommend to a friend that they purchase or lease a new Infiniti vehicle. When the friend purchases or leases a new Infiniti vehicle, both owners will receive an American Express®-branded award card — worth $150 for the original owner and $500 for the new owner. Should the original owner, or members of their household, choose to purchase or lease a new Infiniti vehicle, they are eligible to receive both cards. After purchase or lease, either the original owner or the friend can enter the redemption code from the mailer and the requested information.

Purchase or lease must be made at an Infiniti Retailer between March 23, 2009 and June 30, 2009. Once the form is completed and verified, American Express®-branded award cards will be mailed within 6 to 8 weeks. You will both be notified by mail if redemption information cannot be verified. If you have not received the card in 8 weeks, please call (800) 426-4283, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CST. Limit one redemption per VIN. Card is issued in the name submitted on the redemption form. Offer must be redeemed before July 31, 2009. Must be 21 or older and have valid driver’s license. This offer is also not valid to Infiniti employees, affiliates or retailers. Void where prohibited by law.

Infiniti Rewards Program Website

The fine print…

Customer must purchase or lease a new Infiniti vehicle from dealer stock at an Infiniti Retailer in the U.S. between March 23, 2009 and June 30, 2009. Offer must be redeemed before July 31, 2009. Limit one redemption per VIN. Owner redemption code can only be used once. This is a private offer and is nontransferable except within household. All American Express®-branded award cards valued at $150 will be mailed to address where this offer was received. Must be 21 or older and have a valid U.S. driver’s license. This offer is also not valid to Infiniti employees, affiliates or retailers. Offer not valid on nonregistered vehicles, company vehicles and retail demos. Void where prohibited by law. Offer good while supplies last. Infiniti reserves the right to substitute another premium of equal value. Owner redemption code has no cash value. Offer may not be purchased, bartered, traded or sold. Offer may be combined with other public, national offers, but may not be combined with any other private offers that Infiniti may extend from time to time. At any time, Infiniti reserves the right to modify or discontinue this program for any reason. American Express®-branded award card is valid for 6 months; unused balances expire, subject to applicable law. Usage restrictions and guidelines apply. Card cannot be redeemed for cash and is nontransferable. The card is point-based, with 1 point = $1 in purchasing power. Card terms and conditions apply. Card can be used virtually anywhere American Express® Cards are accepted in the U.S.A. and Canada. Card is not for use at taxis, water taxis, limousines and ATMs. †Your personal information is used for Infiniti and its retailers’ communication purposes. Providing your phone number allows Infiniti and its retailers to contact you with marketing information about our products and services. By providing your phone number, you consent that we may call you and may use computer-assisted dialing and a prerecorded message. This permission exempts registration on any government Do Not Call list. Always wear your seat belt, and please don’t drink and drive.

My ThoughtsI never actually got a mailer, so I will not be able to reap the benefits of this program by referring you all of you to it. The good news is that if you did get it, you may want to get together with other future owners and see if you can help each other get the gift cards.