AccessPORT Trade In Program

parkergc8 · 04-02-2008, 10:15 AM

COBB Tuning is now offering a trade in program for original AccessPORT users. If everything is returned in working condition you can receive up to a $200 credit towards the purchase of a new AccessPORT. Click on the link below for more details.

CobbTuning.com - AccessPORT Trade In Program

Feel fre to post any questions, I'll be happy to address your concerns as best I can.

rjacobs · 04-02-2008, 10:24 AM

I wonder if this has anything to do with the fact that alot of people are jumping ship from AP's and going to open source since they dont want to spend 600 for one AP and then 700 for the new version when they can do everything for free with opensource.

parkergc8 · 04-02-2008, 11:00 AM

I believe it has more to do with wanting a product that can be supported on the market. The new AccessPORT is a much more stable and functional part. If people would like to have a better part that can be supported and covered easier, why not offer the program?

Eventually support for the original AccessPORT will have to be stopped. that could provide some very difficult times for an AccessPORT user.

Also, this is an opportunity to get a more reliable and better overall part out on market.

teflon_jones · 04-02-2008, 11:15 AM

It just doesn't make sense to me. I bought my AP v1 used for $300. Even if they give me a $200 credit, I'll still be paying $300 (old AP) + $500 (new AP) for a grand total of $800 for an AP. For people that bought their v1 AP new, it's an even worse equation.

Spoolin415 · 04-02-2008, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by teflon_jones

It just doesn't make sense to me. I bought my AP v1 used for $300. Even if they give me a $200 credit, I'll still be paying $300 (old AP) + $500 (new AP) for a grand total of $800 for an AP. For people that bought their v1 AP new, it's an even worse equation.

And such is life when dealing with technology. Do you see masses of people screaming to Bill Gates and Steve Jobs when their 2 month old "top-of-the-line" computer has just been replaced by something newer, better, faster and with more support?

It's nice of COBB to even offer a buy back program.

**IMPORTIMAGE** · 04-02-2008, 11:39 AM

i wonder how much i'll get for that 65inch tv that i just spent 2 g's on...like 4 dollars in 3 years im sure.

its a very cool offer that they are doing that!

FlyinbySTi · 04-02-2008, 11:47 AM

This is good news. I might have to jump on this, I was thinking of upgrading to a new accessport.

Will my tuner be able to load my map into my new accessport. Or can I just pull that map off my old AP and put on my new AP? Is the AP manager the same from old to new?
Do I have to unmarry my old AP before sending it back to Cobb? I can't have any downtime with my car since it is my daily driver.

***Szumita*** · 04-02-2008, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by FlyinbySTi

This is good news. I might have to jump on this, I was thinking of upgrading to a new accessport.

Will my tuner be able to load my map into my new accessport. Or can I just pull that map off my old AP and put on my new AP? Is the AP manager the same from old to new?
Do I have to unmarry my old AP before sending it back to Cobb? I can't have any downtime with my car since it is my daily driver.

this is what i need to know also.

im very interested.

STI_Mike · 04-02-2008, 12:12 PM

I've got an old AP and its been nothing but perfect for me and i also got it for 350 i would never pay 700 bucks for a new one when this one works just fine.

***Turbineguy*** · 04-02-2008, 12:31 PM

My V1 collects dust except for those rare occasions that I flash a new base map I've made a bunch of changes to.

dreamvang · 04-02-2008, 12:39 PM

Sounds fishy. Why would cobb want a working Old APort other than to resell it? Maybe use the same chipset, update the firmware, the interface and resell it as the NEW AP, now thats a good marketing move!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by parkergc8

COBB Tuning is now offering a trade in program for original AccessPORT users. If everything is returned in working condition you can receive up to a $200 credit towards the purchase of a new AccessPORT. Click on the link below for more details.

CobbTuning.com - AccessPORT Trade In Program

Feel fre to post any questions, I'll be happy to address your concerns as best I can.

***halfelite*** · 04-02-2008, 01:41 PM

Why would they want a broken one and give you 200 for it.

parkergc8 · 04-02-2008, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by parkergc8

I believe it has more to do with wanting a product that can be supported in the market. The new AccessPORT is a much more stable and functional part. If people would like to have a better part that can be supported and covered easier, why not offer the program?
Eventually support for the original AccessPORT will have to be stopped. that could provide some very difficult times for an AccessPORT user.

Also, this is an opportunity to get a more reliable and better overall part out on market.

FlyinbySTI.

Unfortunately you would need you tuenr to convert the maps you have into the new APM format. that si the format compatable with the current AccessPORT.

The AccessPORT would need to be un-installed prior to sending the part in.

Dreamvang,

i'm not sure why you would think Cobb tuning operates like that. The hardware in the new AccessPORT is completely different than the hardware in the old Accessport (serial connections, diffirent screen, etc). My above quote is accurate.

***Horhay*** · 04-02-2008, 01:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FlyinbySTi

This is good news. I might have to jump on this, I was thinking of upgrading to a new accessport.

Will my tuner be able to load my map into my new accessport. Or can I just pull that map off my old AP and put on my new AP? Is the AP manager the same from old to new?
Do I have to unmarry my old AP before sending it back to Cobb? I can't have any downtime with my car since it is my daily driver.

I think this is a very good question...which has been answered. Seems like alot of hassle for little gain to me. I'll pass.

speedindustry · 04-03-2008, 03:31 AM

I think this is a great opportunity for AP v1 users to upgrade. I think it's smart business for Cobb to provide this to their users. Props!

04-02-2008, 10:15 AM	#1
parkergc8 Junior STI Driver Posts: 177 Join Date: Nov 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	AccessPORT Trade In Program COBB Tuning is now offering a trade in program for original AccessPORT users. If everything is returned in working condition you can receive up to a $200 credit towards the purchase of a new AccessPORT. Click on the link below for more details. CobbTuning.com - AccessPORT Trade In Program Feel fre to post any questions, I'll be happy to address your concerns as best I can. This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

04-02-2008, 10:24 AM	#2
rjacobs Professional STI Driver Car: 08 White STI Location: Austin, TX Posts: 432 Join Date: Sep 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: AccessPORT Trade In Program I wonder if this has anything to do with the fact that alot of people are jumping ship from AP's and going to open source since they dont want to spend 600 for one AP and then 700 for the new version when they can do everything for free with opensource.

04-02-2008, 11:00 AM	#3
parkergc8 Junior STI Driver Posts: 177 Join Date: Nov 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: AccessPORT Trade In Program I believe it has more to do with wanting a product that can be supported on the market. The new AccessPORT is a much more stable and functional part. If people would like to have a better part that can be supported and covered easier, why not offer the program? Eventually support for the original AccessPORT will have to be stopped. that could provide some very difficult times for an AccessPORT user. Also, this is an opportunity to get a more reliable and better overall part out on market. Last edited by parkergc8 : 04-02-2008 at 11:08 AM.

04-02-2008, 11:15 AM	#4
teflon_jones Amateur STI Driver Car: '04 STI Fav Mod: Cobb stage 2 Location: Southeastern MA Posts: 8 Join Date: Dec 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: AccessPORT Trade In Program It just doesn't make sense to me. I bought my AP v1 used for $300. Even if they give me a $200 credit, I'll still be paying $300 (old AP) + $500 (new AP) for a grand total of $800 for an AP. For people that bought their v1 AP new, it's an even worse equation.

04-02-2008, 11:39 AM	#6
IMPORTIMAGE Authorized Vendor Car: 427Vette/04E55AMG Fav Mod: bc racing coilovers Location: Cape Coral, FL Posts: 4,012 Join Date: Dec 2005 Trader Rating: (50)	Re: AccessPORT Trade In Program i wonder how much i'll get for that 65inch tv that i just spent 2 g's on...like 4 dollars in 3 years im sure. its a very cool offer that they are doing that!

04-02-2008, 11:47 AM	#7
FlyinbySTi Silver Member Car: 05' STi Fav Mod: JDM Fogs Posts: 2,393 Join Date: Dec 2005 Trader Rating: (7)	Re: AccessPORT Trade In Program This is good news. I might have to jump on this, I was thinking of upgrading to a new accessport. Will my tuner be able to load my map into my new accessport. Or can I just pull that map off my old AP and put on my new AP? Is the AP manager the same from old to new? Do I have to unmarry my old AP before sending it back to Cobb? I can't have any downtime with my car since it is my daily driver.

04-02-2008, 12:12 PM	#9
STI_Mike S204 Racer Car: 05 Aspen White STI Fav Mod: Defi Gauges Location: Laguna Niguel,Ca Posts: 2,920 Join Date: Jul 2006 Trader Rating: (4)	Re: AccessPORT Trade In Program I've got an old AP and its been nothing but perfect for me and i also got it for 350 i would never pay 700 bucks for a new one when this one works just fine.

04-02-2008, 12:31 PM	#10
*Turbineguy* Non-Reformed Meth Addict Car: '06 WRB Fav Mod: A laptop and tuning software. Location: Swampbilly Central Posts: 2,376 Join Date: Feb 2006 Trader Rating: (8)	Re: AccessPORT Trade In Program My V1 collects dust except for those rare occasions that I flash a new base map I've made a bunch of changes to.

04-02-2008, 01:41 PM	#12
*halfelite* Platinum Member Car: 06 Subaru WRX STi Location: Riverside, CA Posts: 1,044 Join Date: May 2006 Trader Rating: (2)	Re: AccessPORT Trade In Program Why would they want a broken one and give you 200 for it.

04-03-2008, 03:31 AM	#15
speedindustry Amateur STI Driver Fav Mod: tuning Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 43 Join Date: May 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: AccessPORT Trade In Program I think this is a great opportunity for AP v1 users to upgrade. I think it's smart business for Cobb to provide this to their users. Props! This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.