Extended Car Warranty

Tips & Recommendations


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"Extended warranties and auto insurance can all be purchased online. Spend some time examining exactly what coverage is available. There is a wide range among different plans. Finally, watch the amount of the deductible." - quote from Better Business Bureau web site.


Bumper to Bumper


Seldom do warranty plans cover absolutely everything on a vehicle. Read the warranty contract and find out exactly what is and what is not covered. If the contract says it covers everything except for X, Y, and Z; that's a lot more coverage than a contract which lists 10 or 20 items which are covered.

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Wear and Tear


Many warranties cover parts which break as well as those which wear out.

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Roadside Assistance


Similar to an AAA policy, some warranty plans offer a roadside assistance program. Benefits may or may not include: emergency road service, towing, mechanical first aid , flat tire service , battery assistance, gasoline delivery, fluid delivery , and emergency lock-out service. Before you sign up for such a program, make sure they have a 24 hour toll free assistance number. Try calling the number to insure you can get a real person in a reasonable amount of time.

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Car Rental


Does the warranty provide a rental car if the repair will keep your car in the shop overnight.

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Food and Lodging


Should your car become disabled far from home and the repair is covered under warranty, you may receive reimbursement for lodging and meals. Such plans usually stipulate you must be at least x number of miles from your residence for this to apply. For people who use their car frequently for business trips, this can be an important feature.

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Choice of Deductibles and Coverage


Most companies that offer warranty contracts offer a variety of service plans with deductibles ranging from $0 to $100. Read through all the plans and decide which one is right for you. Frequently you can save a lot of money by giving up some of the extras like car rentals and by going with a higher deductible.

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Renewals


Make sure you can renew your warranty contract. Some plans may be renewed for continuous one-year terms for as long as you own your car.

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Transferable


Many extended warranty plans allow you to transfer your coverage to a new owner when you sell your car. This can really increase a car's resell value.

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