Protective Launches New FPC Premium Marine Protection Program
CHESTERFIELD, Mo. — Protective Asset Protection has launched a new version of its longstanding marine F&I program, FPC Premium Marine Protection Program. The updated service contract program is available to marine dealers in all states except Washington as of Nov. 1, 2017. The program enhancements are extensive and include an overhaul of engine and accessory ... Read More »
CHESTERFIELD, Mo. — Protective Asset Protection has launched a new version of its longstanding marine F&I program, FPC Premium Marine Protection Program. The updated service contract program is available to marine dealers in all states except Washington as of Nov. 1, 2017.
The program enhancements are extensive and include an overhaul of engine and accessory coverage to better meet the needs of today’s watercraft. The additional benefits available with the FPC Marine program are now available with all engine and accessory coverage.
New engines now have exclusionary coverage and the enhanced program offering includes an increase in both deductible options and eligible model years. Protective Asset Protection has also included a dealer participation program for all dealers offering the FPC Premium Marine Protection Program.
For more, visit www.protective-fpc.com.
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