Buddy in Progressive Insurance Ad

Post by **jrsjr** » Fri May 08, 2009 1:52 am

Ha! I just saw this and thought you all would enjoy.

Post by **ericalm** » Fri May 08, 2009 2:04 am

Buddy provided by NoHo Scooters!

Coffeejunkie · Post by **Coffeejunkie** » Fri May 08, 2009 2:50 am

Ha I love it, they'll have a Buddy in their ad, but when it came to giving me comprehensive on Victoria they wouldn't budge.

r0sa · Post by **r0sa** » Fri May 08, 2009 2:58 am

how awesome is that!?

it should have been a cream buddy instead

Beamster · Post by **Beamster** » Fri May 08, 2009 3:14 am

Coffeejunkie wrote:Ha I love it, they'll have a Buddy in their ad, but when it came to giving me comprehensive on Victoria they wouldn't budge.

We have full coverage from them for less than $100 a year.

abstraxion · Post by **abstraxion** » Fri May 08, 2009 5:13 am

Beamster wrote:
Coffeejunkie wrote:Ha I love it, they'll have a Buddy in their ad, but when it came to giving me comprehensive on Victoria they wouldn't budge.
We have full coverage from them for less than $100 a year.

How old are you, may I ask? I am 23 with a flawless record and I have to pay $83 a year for state minimum liability in California (Progressive wanted $200 for it).

Beamster · Post by **Beamster** » Fri May 08, 2009 5:18 am

I've got some years on you.
We live in a rural area and not in CA where things seem unreasonably priced.
Actually we have 4 bikes insured for 2 drivers with Progressive, all for $350.

Post by **ericalm** » Fri May 08, 2009 6:09 am

Ohpleaseohpleaseohpleaseohplease can we not turn this into another discussion of insurance rates?

We'll be covering this topic extensively in the new MB FAQ (under construction), but here's the basic scooter insurance primer:
http://www.modernvespa.com/forum/wiki-insurance

fs8gbe · Post by **fs8gbe** » Fri May 08, 2009 9:14 am

ericalm wrote:Ohpleaseohpleaseohpleaseohplease can we not turn this into another discussion of insurance rates?

We'll be covering this topic extensively in the new MB FAQ (under construction), but here's the basic scooter insurance primer:
http://www.modernvespa.com/forum/wiki-insurance

hahaha, every 2 weeks...

Beamster · Post by **Beamster** » Fri May 08, 2009 12:26 pm

fs8gbe wrote:
ericalm wrote:Ohpleaseohpleaseohpleaseohplease can we not turn this into another discussion of insurance rates?

We'll be covering this topic extensively in the new MB FAQ (under construction), but here's the basic scooter insurance primer:
http://www.modernvespa.com/forum/wiki-insurance

hahaha, every 2 weeks...

Sorry, didn't know it was a tabu subject.

Post by **ericalm** » Fri May 08, 2009 12:37 pm

Beamster wrote:
fs8gbe wrote:
ericalm wrote:Ohpleaseohpleaseohpleaseohplease can we not turn this into another discussion of insurance rates?

We'll be covering this topic extensively in the new MB FAQ (under construction), but here's the basic scooter insurance primer:
http://www.modernvespa.com/forum/wiki-insurance

hahaha, every 2 weeks...
Sorry, didn't know it was a tabu subject.

It's not; just one that comes up a lot. This thread is more about spotting a Buddy than comparing/finding rates, though.

Here's a recent thread on that topic if anyone wants to chime in there:
viewtopic.php?t=10041

Progressive and Geico have both really upped their presence in the MC and scooter worlds. This campaign should be great exposure for the Buddy, which was also featured in Geico's print ads.

Coffeejunkie · Post by **Coffeejunkie** » Fri May 08, 2009 12:48 pm

abstraxion wrote:
Beamster wrote:
Coffeejunkie wrote:Ha I love it, they'll have a Buddy in their ad, but when it came to giving me comprehensive on Victoria they wouldn't budge.
We have full coverage from them for less than $100 a year.
How old are you, may I ask? I am 23 with a flawless record and I have to pay $83 a year for state minimum liability in California (Progressive wanted $200 for it).

I'm 32 flawless record. The agent on the phone wouldn't give me comprehensive coverage. I mentioned that the bike is worth over 3 grand and she practically mehed me. Even though I asked her a polite and friendly manner. So I went with Esurance this year for $250, but I'll hit the streets next year to try and get a lower deductible.

JettaKnight · Post by **JettaKnight** » Fri May 08, 2009 4:53 pm

Beamster wrote:
Coffeejunkie wrote:Ha I love it, they'll have a Buddy in their ad, but when it came to giving me comprehensive on Victoria they wouldn't budge.
We have full coverage from them for less than $100 a year.

Ditto that. (or is it every six months?)

I actually filed a claim shortly after signing with them. They handled the claim quickly and without any struggle. I've been quite happy with Progressive over the years.

minhhh · Post by **minhhh** » Fri May 08, 2009 5:17 pm

full coverage for less thatn $100 a yr!?! shoot.. mines' liabilty and comprehensive for $180 a year.. full would've been 600+ for me.. im at esurance!

ScootStevie · Post by **ScootStevie** » Fri May 08, 2009 5:27 pm

Hey, well done NOHO Scooters (where I got mine)

I vote NoHo best scooter shop for positive advertising

kneil67@yahoo.com · Post by **kneil67@yahoo.com** » Fri May 08, 2009 5:34 pm

jrsjr wrote:Ha! I just saw this and thought you all would enjoy.

do we get a buddy discount

Syd · Post by **Syd** » Fri May 08, 2009 5:36 pm

Wanna know why rates vary?

Lawyers and statisticians, that's why.

kneil67@yahoo.com · Post by **kneil67@yahoo.com** » Fri May 08, 2009 5:40 pm

jrsjr wrote:Ha! I just saw this and thought you all would enjoy.

at first thing I thought oh know she jacked kaos scoot .

broke · Post by **broke** » Fri May 08, 2009 5:50 pm

ORANGE! ftw

Post by **ericalm** » Fri May 08, 2009 5:56 pm

ScootStevie wrote:Hey, well done NOHO Scooters (where I got mine) I vote NoHo best scooter shop for positive advertising

NoHo provides a lot of the scooters for ad campaigns, movies, tv shows and various promotions. Mike & Co. have been instrumental in getting all sorts of media exposure for the Buddy.

kneil67@yahoo.com · Post by **kneil67@yahoo.com** » Fri May 08, 2009 6:04 pm

broke wrote:ORANGE! ftw

Post by **polianarchy** » Fri May 08, 2009 6:14 pm

Is that the same woman from the teevee commercials, Flo?

Post by **ericalm** » Fri May 08, 2009 8:06 pm

polianarchy wrote:Is that the same woman from the teevee commercials, Flo?

It is.

I kind of have mixed feelings about Flo. She seems highly proficient at her job, but at the same time appears to work in a Progressive fantasyland that no customer will ever experience. Where, exactly, is that facility? Also, what is Flo like off the job? I imagine that demeanor would be a little tiresome over brunch. Does she do her own hair and makeup? Does she ever wear white or does it always make her feel as if she's at work? What does Flo drive? Has she taken the MSF?

Maybe I've put a little too much thought into this…

sparty · Post by **sparty** » Fri May 08, 2009 10:26 pm

ericalm wrote:
Maybe I've put a little too much thought into this…

Nope. Apparently she's pretty popular:

http://www.austin360.com/tv/content/tv/ ... ssive.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephanie_Courtney

I used to find her annoying, but she kinda grew on me.

BuddyRaton · Post by **BuddyRaton** » Fri May 08, 2009 10:29 pm

ericalm wrote:, what is Flo like off the job?

As I said to Mrs. Raton the first time I saw her...she's a scooter girl!"

ericalm wrote:What does Flo drive?

Vintage...of course!

ericalm wrote:Does she ever wear white or does it always make her feel as if she's at work?

White...and tattoos

ericalm wrote:Maybe I've put a little too much thought into this…

Obviously...not enough!

laxer · Post by **laxer** » Fri May 08, 2009 11:04 pm

ericalm wrote:
polianarchy wrote:What does Flo drive? Has she taken the MSF?
Ok, now I know that I watch too much TV. In one of the motorcycle commercials a biker asks her if she rides a 500, and she says something like "No, 1100." Anywho, with an 1100cc Motorcycle and an orange buddy, I'd guess she's taken the MSF course...

abstraxion · Post by **abstraxion** » Fri May 08, 2009 11:41 pm

sparty wrote:
ericalm wrote:
Maybe I've put a little too much thought into this…
Nope. Apparently she's pretty popular:

http://www.austin360.com/tv/content/tv/ ... ssive.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephanie_Courtney

I used to find her annoying, but she kinda grew on me.

OMG! Flo is Joy Peters from Tom Goes To The Mayor... so a voice actress from one of my favorite shows rides a Buddy (at least fictionally). Awesome.

Post by **ericalm** » Sat May 09, 2009 12:07 am

Flo was on 5 episodes of Mad Men? I need to break out the DVDs and find that.

Sadly, I had the opportunity to go to the photo shoot for the first round of Progressive ads but was just beginning my weeks-long illness. Maybe I can tag along if they do more. I can help unload scooters!

broke · Post by **broke** » Sat May 09, 2009 2:11 am

laxer wrote:
ericalm wrote:What does Flo drive? Has she taken the MSF?
Ok, now I know that I watch too much TV. In one of the motorcycle commercials a biker asks her if she rides a 500, and she says something like "No, 1100." Anywho, with an 1100cc Motorcycle and an orange buddy, I'd guess she's taken the MSF course...

Bah! She says "900 V-twin"! Get yer Flo straight!

Laxer, did you see that my Lumberjax went belly up? Lacrosse just isn't big enough to support a pro sport here I guess...

laxer · Post by **laxer** » Sat May 09, 2009 2:16 am

broke wrote:
laxer wrote:
ericalm wrote:What does Flo drive? Has she taken the MSF?
Ok, now I know that I watch too much TV. In one of the motorcycle commercials a biker asks her if she rides a 500, and she says something like "No, 1100." Anywho, with an 1100cc Motorcycle and an orange buddy, I'd guess she's taken the MSF course...
Bah! She says "900 V-twin"! Get yer Flo straight!

Laxer, did you see that my Lumberjax went belly up? Lacrosse just isn't big enough to support a pro sport here I guess...

I knew I would get it wrong, oh well, guess you're the new TV king!

Yeah, sad about the Jax, the outdoor league folded four of their twelve teams, it's a bad time for smaller sports when the economy is in the hole. However, you do have some college teams (portland st., Oregon, etc.) that you can still watch FOR FREE!!

maribell · Post by **maribell** » Sun May 10, 2009 2:58 pm

abstraxion wrote:
Beamster wrote:
Coffeejunkie wrote:Ha I love it, they'll have a Buddy in their ad, but when it came to giving me comprehensive on Victoria they wouldn't budge.
We have full coverage from them for less than $100 a year.
How old are you, may I ask? I am 23 with a flawless record and I have to pay $83 a year for state minimum liability in California (Progressive wanted $200 for it).

I am in the same boat. Full coverage on my Vespa would be more expensive than my are insurance!

broke · Post by **broke** » Sun May 10, 2009 5:39 pm

laxer wrote:I knew I would get it wrong, oh well, guess you're the new TV king!

Funny thing is... I _RARELY_ watch commercials with my TiVo... Apparently I pay attention when Flo is on

Post by **ericalm** » Sun May 10, 2009 6:07 pm

broke wrote:
laxer wrote:I knew I would get it wrong, oh well, guess you're the new TV king!
Funny thing is... I _RARELY_ watch commercials with my TiVo... Apparently I pay attention when Flo is on

I'm pretty sure that one didn't air in this market. Progressive may not do MC coverage here. We did get some Geico MC insurance commercials. I'm also quite happy they're running ads for the MSF now!

Post by **ericalm** » Mon May 11, 2009 3:46 am

I was at the Groundlings theater today and saw her photo up on the wall with the current roster. She wasn't there today—I was watching some friends in an advanced class performance.

Interestingly, when I mentioned this thread to friends, they all immediately went into a discussion of "Flo: hot or not?" I think she's funny and admire her dedication to customer service.

broke · Post by **broke** » Mon May 11, 2009 4:53 am

ericalm wrote:...they all immediately went into a discussion of "Flo: hot or not?" I think she's funny and admire her dedication to customer service.

heh. Perhaps the "Flo: hot or not" will become the "ginger vs. mary ann" of your generation... not exactly the same, but that is what I thought of when I read that.

Post by **ericalm** » Mon May 11, 2009 5:44 am

broke wrote:
ericalm wrote:...they all immediately went into a discussion of "Flo: hot or not?" I think she's funny and admire her dedication to customer service.
heh. Perhaps the "Flo: hot or not" will become the "ginger vs. mary ann" of your generation... not exactly the same, but that is what I thought of when I read that.

Uh… my generation?

I'm not sure my generation was faced with such conundrums. Bailey vs. Jennifer, maybe? Kelly vs. Brenda? Buffy vs. Willow?

BuddyRaton · Post by **BuddyRaton** » Mon May 11, 2009 12:29 pm

Jeannie vs. Samantha?

(Jeannie)

Lita Ford vs. Joan Jett?

(Lita Ford)

TVB · Post by **TVB** » Mon May 11, 2009 2:02 pm

For me it was Frank Hardy (Parker Stevenson) vs. Joe Hardy (Shaun Cassidy).

broke · Post by **broke** » Mon May 11, 2009 9:44 pm

ericalm wrote:
broke wrote:
ericalm wrote:...they all immediately went into a discussion of "Flo: hot or not?" I think she's funny and admire her dedication to customer service.
heh. Perhaps the "Flo: hot or not" will become the "ginger vs. mary ann" of your generation... not exactly the same, but that is what I thought of when I read that.
Uh… my generation?
I'm not sure my generation was faced with such conundrums. Bailey vs. Jennifer, maybe? Kelly vs. Brenda? Buffy vs. Willow?

No no no... you mis-read and I wasn't clear...

MY GENERATION (older) worried about who was hotter... Ginger or Mary Ann.

YOUR GENERATION (younger) worry about Flo and all those others you named...

Hehe, you thought I was calling you an old guy! That's funny... How old are you? oh wait, its probably in that huge thread on here somewhere...

Post by **ericalm** » Mon May 11, 2009 10:49 pm

broke wrote:
ericalm wrote:
broke wrote: heh. Perhaps the "Flo: hot or not" will become the "ginger vs. mary ann" of your generation... not exactly the same, but that is what I thought of when I read that.
Uh… my generation?
I'm not sure my generation was faced with such conundrums. Bailey vs. Jennifer, maybe? Kelly vs. Brenda? Buffy vs. Willow?
No no no... you mis-read and I wasn't clear...

MY GENERATION (older) worried about who was hotter... Ginger or Mary Ann.

YOUR GENERATION (younger) worry about Flo and all those others you named...

Hehe, you thought I was calling you an old guy! That's funny... How old are you? oh wait, its probably in that huge thread on here somewhere...

Actually, I thought you were calling me a younger guy than I actually am (39), which is no offense at all.

BuddyRaton · Post by **BuddyRaton** » Mon May 11, 2009 11:34 pm

ericalm wrote:
broke wrote:
ericalm wrote: Uh… my generation?
I'm not sure my generation was faced with such conundrums. Bailey vs. Jennifer, maybe? Kelly vs. Brenda? Buffy vs. Willow?
No no no... you mis-read and I wasn't clear...

MY GENERATION (older) worried about who was hotter... Ginger or Mary Ann.

YOUR GENERATION (younger) worry about Flo and all those others you named...

Hehe, you thought I was calling you an old guy! That's funny... How old are you? oh wait, its probably in that huge thread on here somewhere...
Actually, I thought you were calling me a younger guy than I actually am (39), which is no offense at all.

You talkin' bout MY GENERATION?

You knew someone was going to do it!

broke · Post by **broke** » Mon May 11, 2009 11:38 pm

ericalm wrote:Actually, I thought you were calling me a younger guy than I actually am (39), which is no offense at all.

Ah! I guess I act older than I should then... I'm 39 too. But I still remember the Ginger vs. Mary Ann debates as a kid... it was probably re-runs of debates even at that time, just like the show!

kneil67@yahoo.com · Post by **kneil67@yahoo.com** » Mon May 11, 2009 11:40 pm

I think that mary ann, ginger, Flo, buffy , willow are all hot ,dont forget batgirl and cat woman

Tenchi · Post by **Tenchi** » Mon May 11, 2009 11:47 pm

And I pay $141 a year for full coverage on my Kymco Super 8 150. Been M1 since 1971, so that may have had something to do with a good rate, even here in California.

Last ticket was for speeding in New England in 1989 in a cage...knock on wood. My scoot seems to have a problem with acceleration, you see. She likes to go faster than I intend, gotta ask the Kymco technician about that when I go in for the 600 mile service. Speaking of which, I've been riding much bigger bikes back in the day before I got scooter fever with Elektra......and it's pretty exciting to be doing 50 on the open road with a scooter. Must be scooter fever.

gearhead · Post by **gearhead** » Tue May 12, 2009 1:55 am

good deal. they must make genuine buddy scooter insurance lower just for this

Post by **jrsjr** » Tue May 12, 2009 2:04 am

ericalm wrote:Ohpleaseohpleaseohpleaseohplease can we not turn this into another discussion of insurance rates?

Nope! No such luck, even when admin asks nicely. What are you gonna do?

Post by **ericalm** » Tue May 12, 2009 2:47 am

jrsjr wrote:
ericalm wrote:Ohpleaseohpleaseohpleaseohplease can we not turn this into another discussion of insurance rates?
Nope! No such luck, even when admin asks nicely. What are you gonna do?

What, indeed?

louie · Post by **louie** » Tue May 12, 2009 3:37 am

broke wrote:ORANGE! ftw

Orange buddy, for the wind.

i love urban dictionary. it's what keeps my generation in the know.

4. ftw 2589 up, 990 down
In biker gangs it meant F... the World,

but in online usage it mainly means For the Win.
When you see FTW, don't ever get a biker confused with a gamer or else you might be like "stfu n00b" and then get your face smashed in.

Post by **polianarchy** » Tue May 12, 2009 6:18 pm

Q: Chevy Chase or Bill Murray?

A: Dan Aykroyd.

irishtim · Post by **irishtim** » Tue May 12, 2009 7:38 pm

Syd wrote:Wanna know why rates vary?

Lawyers and statisticians, that's why.

Add actuaries to that list!

Modern Buddy

Buddy in Progressive Insurance Ad

Buddy in Progressive Insurance Ad

Re: Buddy in Progressive Insurance Ad

Re: Buddy in Progressive Insurance Ad

I've got the "Gecko" dude for insurance....