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APCO Included In Forbes 200 Best Small Company List

29 October 1998

Automobile Protection Corporation - APCO Included In Forbes 200 Best Small Company List

    ATLANTA, Oct. 29 -- Automobile Protection Corporation
announced that it has been ranked by Forbes as #71 in their
1998 listing of the 200 Best Small Companies.
    Larry I. Dorfman, President/CEO of APCO stated, "We are extremely proud to
be included in this prestigious listing for 1998, which ranked APCO #71, based
on the Company's growth and profitability.  We are committed to delivering
world class service to our customers, which translates into long term value
for our shareholders."
    APCO, established in 1984, is a leading marketer and administrator of
products and services to automobile and recreational vehicle dealers.  The
Company's core business is the marketing and administration of EasyCare(R)
Vehicle Service Contracts.  The Company also administers warranty and service
contract products under private labels for financial institutions, an
insurance company and a manufacturer.
    "Safe Harbor" Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act
of 1995:  To the extent that this news release discusses financial
projections, information or expectations about our products or markets, or
otherwise makes statements about the future, our statements are forward
looking and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could
cause actual results to differ materially from the statements made.  The
specific risk factors are described in the Company's Form 10-K that has been
filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission in connection with its 1997
year.
    Other APCO press releases are available through Company News On Call by
fax, 800-758-5804, ext. 100756.