Originally Posted by
prolix
Please correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe that Lifetime Gold would also give the OP the ability to upgrade any coach fare via 500-mile sticker, as opposed to non-status passengers, who can only upgrade the more expensive B or Y fares. It's a small perk, but a valuable one.
That is correct, but there will be no mileage bonus associated with sitting in FC, which can help you get to status much faster (if you have the money).