what is the difference between "BASE MODEL" and "WITH LIFETIME MAPS MODEL" ?
902456
I THINK they're the same unit. It's just that the "base" model comes with the latest map revision ... and no more. When the maps are revised ( updated ) you'd be notified that a revision is available but you'd need to buy the revision to download and install it in your unit. The alternative, "with lifetime maps" purchase costs a little more, but subsequent updates are provided at no further charge for the unit's "lifetime" (or for yours). I think the latter was a better buy and so that's what I chose. Happy trails!
261050
I am very upset about this. The Amazon website states that maps of US, Canada, Mexico, and Europe are included with lifetime updates. I bought this unit for European driving and bought this specifically for free lifetime European map updates. Even if you go to TomTom's web site, it mentions free lifetime updates. No where on the page for this device does it say that European map updates are not included. I called TomTom and the customer service was horrible. After 20 minutes on hold I explained to a "supervisor" that this was deceptive and wrong and he hung up on me. This company is deceptive and has disdain for it's customers.
1234115
No, not unless you change the exauhst system also.You may change one or the the other without mapping.Not both.
624161
How can you find out if it is a LMT (Lifetime Map + Traffic) or non-LMT?I purchased a re-furbished Garmin and could not use the Lifetime Update feature!When I tried to update, a message appears on my PC: "This device does not have a lifetime subscription tied to it.Please purchase a subscription from garmin.com or contact garmin support."I am returning the device to hopefully obtain a correct one.
2016663
G Malley, V2008 is the new version number they use from 2008 and after. v8 is the old map. So yours has the latest map. Great news Rebecca, thanks for sharing the news. I am glad that Garmin does listen to customers' complain so they change the policy. That's what a good company should do.Cheers
1816117
It is a V2 AP-SUB-003 Version 2b. I just opened mine yesterday. Its not completely up to the minute, it had v.300 maps loaded and I downloaded the v.301 maps from COBB's site. Worked fine on my 2009 OBXT.
1626849
Thanks. I think people were talking about buying newer units so they wouldn't have to pay for updates for older units, and not because the maps weren't updatable. That's what confused me.
486899
When I tried to activate the Lifetime Map Updates, I got the following message."The activation code you entered has already been used. You cannot use the same code more than once."How can I resolve this?
1056823
The map are loaded on this unit. The maps are from 2010. I would recommend getting the life time updates for 100.00 bucks that way you will be up to date with road in the US. P.Hansen
864846
Yes, the LM after the model number means Lifetime Maps, but you need an E-mail address to get the notices of map updates and downloads. Plus the timed to update you GPS, usually takes about one hour on a 64-bit PC the first time you update. Did this help ? Also it is an awesome GPS system.
76833
I suspect that the 'LM' in the product name indicates free 'lifetime map' updates...you pay for it with the price. You will have to register with Garmin.So, NO ! you don't pay for map updates.
2047064
the LMT designation stands for lifetime maps and traffic. so if one of them only has LM your only getting lifetime maps if it has LMT you're getting lifetime maps and traffic updates.
1652101
2797 comes with lifetime maps and bluetooth capability, which the 2757 does not inclide. But the HUGE diference is that the 2797 comes with voice command. That is an amazing feature, so easy to use and well worth the price difference.
2041185
I found that the 3rd party maps ordered at a greatly discounted price does not allow for updates of maps. I guess if it came with the maps preloaded you would get the lifetime updates (LM). I currently have the European maps and get the updates. Did you purchase the unit with LM designated behind model number?
2080166
Yes, but be aware of certain models. You will have to pay high cost for map updates. Make sure you buy a model that offers free lifetime up dates.
2047065
55lm is lifetime map updates 55lmt is lifetime map updates and traffic notification
1832629
Just purchased a lifetime map subscription yesterday. The downloaded map says "US & Canada". Note also that the product description on the Amazon page says "detailed maps for United States and Canada".