Capital District Towing in Albany
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Albany, Albany County, New York, US
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Site: https://mytowguys.com/
- Monday:Open 24 hours
- Tuesday:Open 24 hours
- Wednesday:Open 24 hours
- Thursday:Open 24 hours
- Friday:Open 24 hours
- Saturday:Open 24 hours
- Sunday:Open 24 hours
During the pandemic my car was towed by and to Capital District Towing. Without the key, the car had a mishap. The Owner, Pete, assessed the damage and immediately took care of the issue.I appreciate his prompt response and professionalism in resolving the issue. He displayed integrity, will seek this business for my towing needs.My review as an establishment:Pros: friendly, courteous, swift staff/team members, operational 24 hrs, responsible management, good referralsCons: Driveway has much wear and tear.
Shaun was my tow operator. My car had a 2 flat tires and needed a tow. This company gave me a very reasonable price, they were reliable, they were courteous and I appreciate their help so much. They really came through for me. This incident took place on a Friday night, the day after Thanksgiving, a day and time that was proving hard to get help. Thank you Capital District Towing for everything!
This was the best tire changing help I have ever experienced. We blew a tire in Albany on our horse trailer with two horses on around midnight. We did not have a spare. Nothing open anywhere and the police hooked us up with this towing company and they went above and beyond for us. They managed to find a spare tire on a horse trailer they had that would fit our trailer, put it on ours and had us on our way home in short order. We were still 5 hours from home. Also, they were very reasonable on the price. They are just the best.
Our car was stuck — battery was dead and flatbed from another company suggested getting it on the flatbed would ruin transmission. I called Capital District Towing. They were courteous and respectful, gave an accurate time estimate, were incredibly professional on arrival and were able to transport our vehicle pulled by a tow truck without damage to transmission. They made a bad night not too bad at all! Thank you, Tim!
I was very pleased with my experience giving the unfortunate circumstances with my vehicle. Tim H from Capital District Towing did a fantastic job. I was very pleased with his on point timing and taking good care of my car. Capital District Towing is professional and I would recommend it to anybody and will definitely spread the word!!!! Thank you guys and thank you Tim H!!!!! I really appreciate your work!
I had a great experience, and the driver and customer service were friendly and easy to work with. It was a Saturday evening that the car broke down, so I had to leave the car on the lot till Monday when the full service shops opened. They worked with the insurance company to get them to cover the total cost.
So, locked my keys in my car ... Spent 2 hours calling everyone I could including my insurance company and it was impossible to find anyone to help me until I called these guys. Came to me in 15 minutes and helped me out so fast and was very professional and respectful. Best towing company for sure!
Best tow company in the Albany area. After 2 days of Allstate roadside assistance being unable to find me a tow I called Capital district. I had used them in the past. The owner Peter always has someone ready to help you in a time of need. The driver TJ showed quick on a Sunday afternoon and was awesome. He had our car on the flatbed in no time. Highly recommended.
Huge shout out to Chandler. He had my car on the bed in quick order. He also was knowledgeable about my model car specifically and he knows how to drive manual (big plus). I felt awful about needing a tow but his attitude was great and made me feel a lot better about the whole situation. I needed the delivery address changed last minute and they did it for me no problem, no questions asked, not even any frustration. I really want to emphasize how much I appreciated the positive mental attitude and professionalism from Chandler and those I dealt with on the phone. Its been a rough 24 hours and they helped lower the stress a lot just by being chill. I would use this business again and I would recommend it to a friend.
One of the best towing services I have experienced. Zach (truck driver) was timely and responsive. Within an hour he arrived and towed our company diesel van (20 minutes on a Saturday night). He then was happy to meet us the next day and towed the vehicle all the way from Guilderland to Northern VT. So thankful for him and the team at Capital!!
After originally being quoted by my insurance company over a 90 minute ETA for a tow, I insisted my insurance company call CDT. I knew CDT would be faster and every minute counts when sitting on the side of the row with a suburban full of kids. Zach arrived quicker than the quoted time. He was professional and quick to get the job done.
We were looking to have a newly purchased, privately sold camper moved locally from one campground to another. Pete personally, and quickly, returned my initial telephone call when trying to gather information on services offered, price, time frames etc...I was very pleased with his camper knowledge, his process for camper moves, fair prices, and his eagerness to work with us. As such, we decided to utilize his services and were even more pleased upon completion of the camper move. He was on time, came very well prepared, and even helped us with stabilizing and leveling of the camper once it arrived at our campground. I would highly recommend his services to anyone, and we will be utilizing his expertise and services for any future needs.
Road-side service had me waiting on the side of the highway for two hours during rush hour trying to get me a tow. I called Capital and they had me hooked and rolling in 20 minutes. I was home 20 minutes after that. Call Capital first and save yourself the time/hassle. Thanks Peter and Emma!
We used Capital District Towing to tow our 32 foot fifth wheel to our seasonal site and could not have been more happy with the service. Pete was a pleasure to work with. He is extremly knowledgeable and professional! He took his time, explained things if we had questions, made sure we were happy with the placement of the camper and assisted in the leveling process. We would definitely recommend him to anyone and will be using him for future endeavors.
Amazing customer service!!! I broke down an hour away from home(Mass), not only did the compassionate driver give me a deal, but he brought me home with my vehicle. He even grabbed me a drink. I have never had such a positive towing experience given the circumstances of my horrible luck. Definitely recommend.
I’m going to be honest, I was stuck in Albany and this guy had to towed back down to Poughkeepsie and he honestly offered me the best deal I can find. Everyone else wanted more Money but this business charges a reasonable and he will even talk to you and make you forget the your situation with your car. Fun guy to talk to and honestly I can’t believe I’m saying this but best towing experience service I ever dealt with in a bad situation of my car not working.
Our trailer lost a hub at night in the rain just a few hundred yards from our destination. We were on a long trip and still had some days of travel in front of us. Capital District was there very quickly, got our trailer to the parking lot of our hotel, and followed up the next day with suggestions on how to get it repaired. Tim was professional, friendly, and very helpful.
Peter, the owner, personally picked me up. He had my car on the bed of his tow truck and headed home within 15 minutes of me calling. After I was given a 45 minute wait time with another company. I will only use Capitol District Towing for all my towing needs. Fast, friendly service
The Owner, Pete was very personable and professional. He moved our new 5th wheel, set up, provided detailed instructions on the unit and was fully prepared for anything! He brought all the extra equipment/accessories needed on a set up “just in case”. He reached out to ensure all was set before delivery and followed up as well once the job was complete. When RV companies failed to deliver, Pete was there! My husband and I thank you immensely! We highly recommend Pete!
Needed an abandoned car towed off our business property. Excellent customer service from the time I called (Nick). They gave an estimate of about an hour, and called ahead to let us know they were on their way. The car was gone within the hour. Thank you Pete!! Great job. I will keep your card on hand, and Capital District Towing will be the first I call, or recommend to others if necessary!
Our experience with Capital District Towing this past week was beyond incredible. They were willing to haul us 200 miles out of a tough spot, on short notice at 6pm. TJ, our driver, was kind and professional, and the utmost care was taken with our vehicle. Would absolutely use them if we are ever stranded in the area again!
Driver Zach, was curteous and punctual, arriving right on the dispatchers estimated time. He was very skilled and had the vehicle on the truck and tied down , quickly and safely and was a pleasant guy to talk to on the trip with my truck back to home.. Would recommend this towing company to anyone if they are looking for one that is no frills and does what they say theyre going to do in a safe and timely manner.
Capital District Towing stuff are angels.After a traumatizing accident this afternoon near Albany airport, they came towed my car. A young women named Emma came to me, explained what’s gonna happened. She was very friendly and patient, she said come to my office, you will feel comfortable and she bring a bowl of water for my dog.I realized she must notice how clueless and shocking I was, she treated me with her warmth and gentleness. After found out that I had an option to rent car paid my insurance ( Emma made all the calls) but I didn’t felt like to drive, she did not treated it just like a job, instead she really try to think anyway she could help me until magically they got a towing call in my area so they decided to drive me and my dog home in Hillsdale NY. T.J so kindly drove me and my dog to my door. They really just want to help.I could had a very different experience this afternoon after a shocking accident but because those people who helped me in this company changed my whole experience from a total desperation to felt delighted. They are warm, down to the earth people, I felt so much calmer because how they treated a stranger with their true generosity. I deeply appreciated this company, Emma, TJ, Tim and other gentlemen who I don’t know his name. Thank you guys so much!!!Meng Xie from Hillsdale, NY
On my move from Chicago to Cape Cod, my car overheated while my sister and I were driving on the NY State thruway. Around Albany my car became undrivable. It was a Sunday night, my sister and I made it to a gas station with my car, and were on the phone with Progressive Insurance Roadside Assistance for 3 hours. After not getting the help we needed my sister researched local tow truck companies. We came across Capitol District Towing and Zach answered the phone right away. We tried to work with my insurance and when they would not help, Zach assured us that he would be able to work with me paying out of pocket to get a 4 hour tow truck drive home to Cape Cod. He agreed to tow my car and my sister and myself. Zach was our savior that night, he made the trip home for us finishing my move home back east so painless. He could not have been kinder, he made us feel so safe and comfortable. I honestly could not be more thankful for Zach and this company. The patience and willingness to just help was what made me so impressed with this company! I will forever know if I ever need help who to call!
Peter was very helpful when one of my company cars’ battery died. I called multiple businesses and he was the only one who gave me a fair price. Not only that...instead of immediately just towing the car, he figured out what was wrong with my battery and fixed it. Turns out I didn’t need it towed. He charged me a very reasonable service fee. He saved me hundreds of dollars. Very honest, professional, and reliable. If you’re in the area and in need of car/towing services...he’s your guy!
I had a tire flat on I90 while going through Albany - 830pm on a Friday evening. My car is extremely low to the ground and has no spare - both of these attributes made my situation quite desperate.I called Capital District Towing and while they were extremely busy, Peter Cary actually returned my call as he said he would and took care of my car in expert fashion. I have never written a google review before but his wonderful customer service allowed me to make it home safe and sound. He is a class act - honest and straightforward.
The dedication this gentleman has for his jjob is absolutely over the top!! I would never want this to happen to anyone but especially for a woman as young as myself being stranded with out a phone can be very Scary! Peter was my last Resort after calling AAA with a strangers phone and finding out my membership expired last month and then calling 911 and finding out the police no longer are allowed to unlock cars google was my last option and Peter was the first person to answer... I made the phone call at 11:33 he answered he was very concerned for my safety was super straight forward with the cost and time he told me he would get to me in less then 30 min and by 11:56 my car was unlocked and running!!! I can not Believe the incredible customer service this man has... if you are ever in a pinch this is defiantly the guys to call!! Thank you so much Pete!
It is a Friday night at 9:30 pm and my battery decides to die on me. I called several companys all of which went to voicemail. I called capital district towing and within 15 minutes Peter Cary was here to help. Not only that he gave me a few recommendations on local towing services that may be cheaper. In the end I am more than happy I went with Peter. 10/10 would recommend!
Very friendly and driver and staff. Respectful of covid so he dropped my keys off at the shop for me so I didn’t have to get in the truck. Arrived only a few minutes later than he said he would so he gave me a discount. Thank you!!!Hopefully I’ll never need to use their services but if I do, I’ll call them in an instant. I’d recommend them to anyone without hesitation.
Tim really saved the day. My girlfriend and I had been living in the area for all of 1 hour, and my clutch blew as we were out picking up food. He got to my car way faster than we had expected, and made sure to recommend a local mechanic to fix up my car. He was very professional and understanding of our situation. As we got out of the truck, my girlfriend literally said That man was an angel... lol.
Our car broke down two hours from home late last night and we called Capital District given the great reviews online. Liz came to our rescue about a half hour after we called (we were a half hour drive away!) and we were BLOWN away with the professionalism and kindness she showed my family and I. We had two young children in the backseat and she took such great care of us…………highly recommended.
This is a great company that will help you out and get exactly what you need done. My driver, Scott, was punctual, attentive, and professional. Completing a nighttime job with honestly fantastic service is something that shouldnt be taken for granted, especially in Albany! My family also used this company a few times in the past and have never had a problem. I would definetly recommend this crew.
We called at 11:33 pm for a vehicle lock out and this guy came to the rescue immediately and had us back in the car by 11:56! No other tow company even answered our call! Hopefully this never happens again but if it does I know who we will be calling! Thanks again for the great service!
Liz was absolutely wonderful- She arrived in a more than timely fashion, after my car had gone off the road due to the snow, Liz arrived to the scene, very calm and she reassured me that everything would be okay. It was obvious that Liz knew exactly what she was doing, and her professionalism was stellar and I dont know what I would have done without her!
I contacted Capital District Towing as my alternator failed on a rainy night after work. The driver said he’d be there in 25 minutes and he was. Nice guy and the price was less than I was expecting. I would definitely use their service again, though I’m hoping I won’t need to.
My 1 Ton dump truck broke down in Schenectady and I had called several local towing services near Schenectady and each towing company said they couldn’t help me out. So I had googled and found Capital District Towing in Albany NY. A very friendly gentleman named Peter answered phone and heard about The situation I was in and he had driven out and got to me within a half hour and was gone in ten minutes with my dump truck on his flatbed. Really great customer service and very professional. Definitely will be using Capital District Towing in Albany NY for any future towings.
Tim K. Helped me with my roadside assistance and he was absolutely amazing! Not only did he come out at midnight to tow my car for me but he would not leave me until my car was on his truck to be taken to the shop! I definitely recommend this company to anyone! THANK YOU SO MUCH CAPITOL DISTRICT TOWING!
I had called a different towing company prior to calling capital district. This unnamed towing company said it would be over an hour to get to me for a battery boost and I was on the same street they were located. After waiting half an hour I found capital district towing phone number and called. The gentleman said that he had a driver out and he would be there in a few Minutes. I was a little skeptical but within 10 minutes they showed up. The gentleman that helped us was Parker. He was friendly and very helpful and even stayed a few minutes after car was started to make sure it didn’t die again. Capital district towing is very lucky to have this guy. Thank you capital district towing.
My car got stuck in a muddy ditch & my sister and I both calling places to help me out.. we both called Peter at the same time lol.. he heard the situation & asked us if we wanted him to come out which we needed assistance ASAP I had my baby & my kid son in the car & it was about 930 @ night.. he said he’ll be there in 15 minutes & was there exactly then!!! We were in the middle of being helped by a neighbor but he took it well .. definitely will be using here for any service in the future when needed. Thank you from Massachusetts!
Where do I start!? I had the honor of been rescued not once, but twice tonight by CDT amazing staff Liz. She was absolutely phenomenal , professional and personable. In my attempt to flee a stalker tonight, I forgot to stop by for gas. This led me to get stranded by the roadside, still in dismay from eluding my stalker I completely forgot that I was low on gas. Anyways Liz, came in towed my car and suggested to take me to a nearest gas station in effort to be cost effective to me, she didn’t have to make that suggestion at all, but she did ! After she took me to the gas station , at this point, I was extremely tired, hungry and still in shocked from my day, at this point I forget allll my belongings in her truck ! I didn’t realize I did that until I got home, I quickly called their number thinking I will have to drive all the way back to their office in Albany to retrieve my stuff, but guess who was in my neighborhood looking to return my belongings at almost 11p?? Liz!! , Liz was, she was both my guardian angel and my blessing for today !If you need any towing or services done! Please reach out to this company in confident ! And Liz you’re truly one of a kind ! May your path be filled with the blessings and kindness you share with your customers! Much love 💜~ Noel ~
Excellent service. Returned my call right away & showed up when they said they would. They offered to repair my wheel at their shop. Wheel was not repairable but gave me a fair price for the service. When I showed up next day to pick up trailer two employees helped me load the broken trailer without hesitation.
Amazing experience with this company! Very prompt arrival (actually earlier than they told me) and very polite, courteous driver! I’m also very impressed with the customer service I received when I called for the tow. Thank you so much Capital District Towing. I will be referring everyone to you!
I highly recommend Capital district towing Service in Albany. On a long trip from Florida back to Montreal, my car broke down at Trader Joe’s in Albany. Despite all the aggravation entailed with this breakdown I have only good things to say about this Towing company and the people who work there. Peter Cary the Director of Operations went out of his way to ensure that I was a happy customer despite my ordeal. Elizabeth Rosenbaum who drove the lift was also delightful and a kind person who helped turn a bad situation into a memory of the kindness of people. If my car ever breaks down again, I hope it will be in Albany, a city filled with lovely, kind and understanding people- from the customers at trader joes who had to wait patiently in the parking lot while my car got towed, the employees at trader joes who redirected traffic, the gentleman who knocked on my car window trying to help me and the woman who’s car got hit in the freak accident offering us food as we waited to have everything sorted out.
Our car broke down while our son was on his way to VT on a Friday night - we (from NJ) called Capital District Towing to tow the car and hold it overnight until we could get to Albany on Saturday.What a pleasure it was working with these folks - so accommodating and helpful - they helped us try to diagnose the problem and ultimately suggested a UHaul with trailer for us to get it home (great suggestion). Dave helped us get it on the trailer - really above and beyond - to get us on our way.Thank you so much - you made a difficult situation so much easier!! 5 star service
Capital District Towing is always at the top of my go to list when my fleet has problems in the Albany region. They are always prompt and fair in pricing. But what really sets them apart is their customer service. I had a fleet vehicle that broke down on Christmas Eve just outside of Albany as the guys were on their way home to Syracuse. I was in a panic because even if I got them towed off the side of the road, how were they going to get home?! All of the car rental locations (excluding the airport) had already closed and no tow truck in their right mind would tow it back to Syracuse on Christmas Eve. Peter at Capital District went above and beyond for us. He had my guys and van picked up within 30 minutes of my call, stored our vehicle for the holiday, towed it to our preferred repair shop, AND had a rental vehicle on his own card he was able to let our guys drive home and get back for Christmas with their families!!! And the pricing is beyond reasonable. Trust me, I run a fleet of 130 and deal with a lot of tow companies all over and there are none that compare.
AMAZING SERVICE. They are honest and reliable. If they tell you they are coming for, you bet they will be there in time.My car broke on the side of the highway and called them. The lady that answered said that they dont have anyone available but the owner overheard our conversation and said he was going to come help me. He said he will be there in 30 minutes and arrived in 25. They are professional and fast.
My truck broke down on my way to work. I am a nurse and calling in right now is simply not an option. This company went above and beyond for me! The driver, Jimmy, was quick and professional getting me back on the road so I could get to the hospital. Thank you all so much!
Had two of your drivers help me out earlier today after a very rough altercation with northeast interstate towing, very personable and easy to cooperate with, helped me put my car where I wanted it and unloaded it in a jiffy. I can’t thank these guys enough for what they helped me with today it means more to me than they will understand keep up the good work
I was driving next to one of CDTs tow trucks on i90, in not perfect weather conditions, and you would have thought they considered themselves ruler of the road. I had to switch two lanes to exit the highway, in the process of attempting this, he matches my speed and boxes me in. I sped up and got in front as I needed to go one more lane over, and my exit was approaching. I clearly showed my blinker from the middle lane, and that needed to get off the highway. He then proceeds to speed up and cut me off twice while trying to exit. I then watched him tailgate the vehicle he fell in behind all the way through the exit ramp. Lets hope for no ice, because that persons trunk would have been demolished. I called the establishment and told them how irresponsible it was to not have courteous and professional drivers, especially during bad weather. I got a defensive reply and an unwarranted request for MY information, rather than taking accountability for his staff, or just accepting/ignoring the complaint. He did not need any of my information to identify the driver as I gave the license plate. What a joke.
If I could give Peter, 10 stars I would. I am a chauffeur for Letts Limousine Services out of Wilmington NC. While chauffeuring clients from Wilmington NC to Kinderhook NY my Stretch Limousine broke down at 10:00 pm I called 30 Tow Truck Services in the area and sat for hours in 20 degree weather no company would even attempt to help me or my clients get help however when I called Capital Towing he woke from his bed went to his shop and towed the Limousine Thank GOD, for him. Much obliged for Peters, help and assistance.
Great people I mean awesome...... I was short an he helped me out so much it was my son 3rd yr death anniversary so i.deff didmt have the extra money an to leave it would only cost.more explained my real life situation when I went leave he came out an said this wat I can do I cried best people ever
While in Albany, driving a Enterprise cargo van,a Ford 250, upon entering Alexandria homes, residential garage,the cargo van got stuck,the overhead clearance was mis judged.After doing damage to the roof of the van,I got stuck in the middle of the garage, caught up on 3 concrete beams,I called my AAA, service,they said they couldnt help me,the I called Enterprise.After waiting a couple of hours Boone showed.I was very cold frustrated and annoyed,me and my mom stayed with the van,blocking other tenants.Never being in this situation before.My mom called Capital district towing .A wonwonnderful guy named Peter showed up.Wow,what a lifesaver.He knew exactly what to do, from beginning to end end,great customer service.Tservice.Thanks again Pete Happy holidays.
Great help when we were stuck cause no other towing services in our area were open peter drove all the way to lebanon ny from albany and he helped my husband fix his jeep so he could get home we ended up not needing a tow i will be calling them again if we break down again thank you peter
Total reviews rating 4.8
197 Reviews for Capital District Towing 2023:
Review №1
2022-06-19Good men exist in this world. What was going to be an unfortunate ending to a great weekend, turned into a humbling roadside lesson and a quick tire change from a 25 year towing veteran, who absolutely refused to take a penny from me. Pete Cary, who owns Capital District Towing in Albany, NY was headed the other direction in I-69 to a family reunion in Michigan. He saw our issue and turned around without our knowledge. He showed up and had all if the required equipment in his truck - and had us back up and running in under 20 minutes; out of the goodness of his heart. His biggest desire was to see our family back home safe. Well, thank you again so much Mr. Cary, your kindness has made my Fathers Day one to remember for sure. God bless you, and I wish you, your son and two dogs a safe trip back to NY.
Review №2
2022-06-23Our tow operator James was great! he was there super fast (even though I gave him the wrong mile marker at first!), was really friendly, was thorough, safe, and got us where we needed to go. I would recommend Capital District Towing to anyone. Definitely give these guys a call if you need a tow after 5pm - good luck getting anyone else in the Albany area to pick up the phone. 5 star service.
Review №3
2022-01-17Brandon was amazing! Calm and an expert in the frigid cold. Took good care of my car. Capital District Towing is always who I have called. They never have let me down. So reliable and professional.They make me feel good about being towed! Thank you !
Review №4
2022-06-16I was in an accident and needed to tow my car. The advice and help that Jen gave was phenomenal. I actually had to get my brothers car towed as well and she assisted with this as well. I’d highly recommend this company not only for their fair prices but their great customer service!Thanks Jen
Review №5
2022-06-13Its 8:10 on a Monday morning and my tire BLOWS out at a stop sign at South Manning Blvd. People were kind and let me move to the side street and I begin calling tow companies. I am so pleased with Capitol District Towing and Jennifer who gave me good advice and pleasant services. Thanks so much!
Review №6
2021-12-18My car had been towed the night before and I had lost my keys. I called around to find out about getting a new key made and find my car. When I called the guys and verified they had my car, they were extremely friendly and professional. They gave me recommendations for places to come out and make a new key. Unfortunately, it didn’t pan out and I had to get my car to the dealer to get a new key programmed. The dealer’s service department needed me there within an hour if I was going to get a new key. The guys got me there and my driver was a great conversationalist and just generally awesome. Overall, they took a very stressful and irritating day and made it far less stressful and irritating. Excellent service and very reasonably priced.
Review №7
2022-06-13While luck was not on my side this day, James came in absolutely clutch. Even when my rusty rear tire strut blew up while being towed (on the freeway!!) he looped back for the second vehicle and got the job done. Could not be more appreciative of these guys!
Review №8
2022-05-06Incredible service there in 20 minutes after waiting 6 hours for my roadside assistance to help I called these guys. Mr Hogan the driver was there in 20 minutes and was very pleasant to work with. Highly recommend.
Review №9
2022-05-20I called this business for a tire change. They came quickly and worked efficiently. The person changed my tire and was very professional, courteous, and polite. I would absolutely call them again.
Review №10
2022-06-13Brandon is his name.Towing is his fame!Brandon towed my car from Midas Colonie to my place in Albany. This cool dude steps out of his cab looking all Hollywood like, but oddly apologizing for being a little late. No biggie for me. I didnt even know he was late.Great first impression, followed with a friendly greeting and open hand. Smart young fella, polite and well spoken. Right from the jump, he wasted no time and knew exactly what to do. He carefully maneuvered that big clumsy flatbed around so could he drop my car in the spot I wanted, and then, over and above, he backed it in nose front. At 76, its hard to be confident with back-up parking. So...this cool dude, Brandon, friendly and smart, was given the huge responsibility to safely escort my classic 92 Nissan 240SX white convertible home - and lucky ol me gets the bestTow Master in Albany. Thanx much pal.