2009 Garmni Map Update
Fri, 06/27/2008 - 9:35am
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I recently got an Email from Garmin advertising their new 2009 map update. When I tried to purchase it on-line I was refused because they only sell it the US, UK and Ireland. I contacted Garmin via email, but didn't get a response as yet. Anybody know why they can't sell their 2009 map update to Canadians?
Consecon
2009 Map Update
Sorry for the typo - the topic should have been GARMIN not Garmni.
New Map - Garmin
Tnx to all for the info on the new Garmin map. I ordered on line yesterday and it is on the way.
Bob The Magician
Consecon wrote:
I recently got an Email from Garmin advertising their new 2009 map update. When I tried to purchase it on-line I was refused because they only sell it the US, UK and Ireland. I contacted Garmin via email, but didn't get a response as yet. Anybody know why they can't sell their 2009 map update to Canadians?
Consecon
That sounds very wrong. CALL Garmin, don't mess around with email. It's a free call. 1-800-800-1020. Can't you purchase from Amazon.com? It would be cheaper than buying from Garmin.
GPSMAP 76CSx - nüvi 760 - nüvi 200 - GPSMAP 78S
You right, it's cheaper to
You right, it's cheaper to buy from Amazon.com
Garmin Map Update
Thanks for the info. I'll take a look at Amazon.com. Garmin doesn't seem to be interested north of the US border, but I will call their 800 number to check it out.
2009 update for $51
Thanks for the info. I'll take a look at Amazon.com. Garmin doesn't seem to be interested north of the US border, but I will call their 800 number to check it out.
I bought my 2009 update here for $51. Had it in 2 days.
http://www.antonline.com/p_Garmin--010-10989-01--Garmin-010-...
2009 map as a free upgrade
I bought my Nuvi 760 within the last 30 days and was able to download the 2009 map for free. If you have to buy and are a Costco member, you can get the map at the Costco web site for just under $50.
Exporting
Thanks for the info. I'll take a look at Amazon.com. Garmin doesn't seem to be interested north of the US border, but I will call their 800 number to check it out.
I think you will find out it has to do with export licenses. Certain high tech items are not allowed to be exported the normal way. I am sure Garmin would sell you direct the item if they were allowed to by the US GOV.
"Those that stop and smell the roses, must realize that once in awhile you may get a whiff of fertilizer."..copyright:HDHannah1986 -Mercedes GPS - UCONNECT 430N Chrysler T&C - Nuvi 2598- Nuni2555 - Nuvi855 - Nuvi295W - Nuvi 750 - Ique 3600
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IT's COMMUNISM!!!
IT's COMMUNISM!!!
Communism - what?
Thanks for the feed back. No, it certainly isn't COMMUNISM - especially here in Canada - perhaps elsewhere... I contacted Garmin and was given a detailed explanation.
As mentioned in a previous post, it has to do with Customs regulations: taxes, cross border shopping, etc.
Garmin gave me several Canadian contacts that distribute their products (in Canadian dollars). The good news is that it is considerably cheaper in $CAN. Apparently NAFTA applies to electronics (but perhaps not to some sales direct from USA companies). Consequently I have to go through a Canadian distributor. Garmin was very helpful and apologized for any inconvenience. I felt that was very gracious of them. They certainly take their customers seriously.
Free Upgrade?
I just purchased the same 760 from Costco but I don't see the option for a free upgrade to the 2009 maps. Wonder if I did something wrong during the registration?
Bill
2009 Maps
Has anybody used the 2009 maps ? Is there any difference ?
You might try
I recently got an Email from Garmin advertising their new 2009 map update. When I tried to purchase it on-line I was refused because they only sell it the US, UK and Ireland. I contacted Garmin via email, but didn't get a response as yet. Anybody know why they can't sell their 2009 map update to Canadians?
Consecon
costco online, they sent me an offer to purchase the update for I believe it was $59.00
Garmin:GPSMAP196, Nuvi 670,Nuvi 755T
Is the Costco for a DVD or
Is the Costco for a DVD or downloadable version?
sounds like it may be time
sounds like it may be time to update. its been 2 yrs lol
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I just purchased the same 760 from Costco but I don't see the option for a free upgrade to the 2009 maps. Wonder if I did something wrong during the registration?
Bill
You need to call Garmin. There's a glitch with the 7xx series where they show the wrong first acquisition date. Call them and they will fix it.
CALL Garmin
I just purchased the same 760 from Costco but I don't see the option for a free upgrade to the 2009 maps. Wonder if I did something wrong during the registration?
Bill
You need to call Garmin. There's a glitch with the 7xx series where they show the wrong first acquisition date. Call them and they will fix it.
MM is correct. CALL Garmin. They can fix it for you and then you will see the option for the free update on your my.garmin page.
GARMIN: 1-800-800-1020
GPSMAP 76CSx - nüvi 760 - nüvi 200 - GPSMAP 78S