Any experience with extended warranties? (Carchex, Chrysler, etc)

[SenatorIvy]

No no, mine is a Chrysler plan, I was just referring to the tips/comparison on that site.

Mine appears to say the same thing yours does, save for the duration/deductible.

[Mr. iNCREDIBLE]

No no, mine is a Chrysler plan, I was just referring to the tips/comparison on that site.

Mine appears to say the same thing yours does, save for the duration/deductible.

i'd worry about what the Chrysler paper-work says and not a 3rd party site, JMHO though.

[SenatorIvy]

That is my concern, I'm wondering what their wear and tear consists of.

[Mr. iNCREDIBLE]

where do you see this wording?

[SenatorIvy]

On my contract it's page 6 of 10. It reads:

THE PLAN WILL NOT COVER, OR APPLY TO LOSS OR EXPENSE RESULTING FROM:
*Repairs required as a result of other than a manufacturing defect (such as design defect or normal wear);

[Mr. iNCREDIBLE]

seems some has changed, here is my section:

THE PLAN WILL NOT COVER, OR APPLY TO
LOSS OR EXPENSE RESULTING FROM:
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This Plan will not cover Powertrain repairs up to 7 years
or 70,000 miles, which is the terms of your Powertrain
Limited Warranty;
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Repairs or replacement of any component covered by
the vehicle’s factory warranty, 7/70 Powertrain Limited
Warranty or recall policies; roadside assistance, loaner
vehicles or other services which are eligible to be
covered by the vehicle’s factory warranty or marketing
programs;
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Repair or replacement of any covered component when
it has been determined that the condition existed prior to
purchasing the contract;
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Repairs, Towing, Rental or Roadside Assistance to any
vehicle where the odometer (mileage) has been stopped
or altered and/or the vehicle’s actual mileage cannot be
readily determined;
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Repairs, Towing, Rental or Roadside Assistance
necessary as a result of (a) failure to properly care for or
maintain the vehicle; (b) fire, accident, abuse,
vandalism, negligence or Act of God including but not
limited to any vehicle rendered inoperable due to snow,
ice or flood; (c) failure to properly operate the vehicle;
(d) vehicles that have been used or are being used for
competitive speed events such as races or acceleration
trials; (e) pulling a trailer that exceeds the rated capacity
of the vehicle or failure to adhere to the requirements for
vehicles used to pull a trailer as outlined in the owner
manual supplied by the manufacturer; (f) tampering with
the emission system or with any parts that could affect
that system; (g) use of dirty fluids, or fuels, refrigerants
or other fluids which are not recommended by the
manufacturer; (h) failure due to fluid contamination or
sludge; (i) modifications not approved or recommended
by the manufacturer;
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Maintenance services specified in the owner’s manual
and the parts used in connection with services such as
engine oil, lubricant, coolant, fluids, filters, battery and
cables, spark plugs and wires, belts, lights (bulb, sealed
beams, lenses), engine tune-up, suspension alignment,
wheel balancing, wiper blades, exhaust systems, heat
shields and exhaust hangers; throttle body cleaning;
8
Brake pads, shoes, rotors and drums; battery are not
covered at any time;
8
Exterior - tires; body sheet metal; glass; plastic lenses;
paint; bright metal; bumpers; side-view mirrors (glass/
housing); wheel covers; steel wheels; aluminum wheels;
door handles; weather strips; rust; water leaks; wind
noises; all outer body panels; spoilers; plastic and
fiberglass body parts; vinyl tops; convertible top fabric;
repairs or damage caused by environmental factors
such as acid rain, tree sap, salt or ocean spray;
8
Interior - trim; carpet; upholstery; dash pad; door and
window handles; knobs; buttons; moldings; arm rests
and head liner; cargo cover;
8
Plan service obtained from other than a Chrysler, Dodge
or Jeep Dealer unless authorization is first received from
DaimlerChrysler Service Contracts; (Dealers cannot
authorize repairs.)
8
Repairs required as a result of use of other than the
vehicle manufacturer’s parts;
Repairs to a covered component caused by the failure
of a non-covered component and/or an aftermarket
installation not performed by an Authorized
DaimlerChrysler Dealer, or any outside installation of
"salvage or junk" components in conjunction with an
insurance or damage claim. All part installations to
satisfy such claims must be with new or factory
authorized remanufactured components and parts;
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Bodily injury or property damage arising or allegedly
arising out of a defect in the design, manufacturer,
materials or workmanship of a covered component;
8
Any fines, fees or taxes which are associated with
impound towing as a result of actual or alleged violation
of any laws or regulations;
8
Repairs, Towing, Rental or Roadside Assistance to
vehicles registered and/or operated outside of the 50
States, the District of Columbia, Canada, Guam, Puerto
Rico and Mexico;
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Mechanical - manual clutch assembly; repairs to snow
plows, winches and trailer hitches regardless of their
installation; damage to flywheel as a result of clutch
failure;
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Shop supplies and materials;
Loss of use of the vehicle, loss of time,
inconvenience, commercial loss, or any incidental

or consequential damages.

[Light-Zone]

If you need an extended warranty, and your vehicle is still under original bumper to bumper warranty, let me know. I'm a car broker and have access to CNA National Warranty at a great price!

[popsjenkins]

if my car is out of warranty, is it too late to get an extended warranty?

[SenatorIvy]

Depends on age/mileage, I believe. I think 80k might be the cutoff.

[stevesrt8]

every major source of accurate info will tell you that you are far better off to put the money into the bank than to spend it on a warranty.

The cars are robustly built and easy to repair. Just got a NAG1 trans with only 25k miles on it for 500 bucks. I bought a fan assembly for my friends Charger for 100 bucks.

No need for an expensive piece of paper and they will argue over every detail.

[SenatorIvy]

Perfect timing. Punctuality; that's what we like.

[Mr. iNCREDIBLE]

every major source of accurate info will tell you that you are far better off to put the money into the bank than to spend it on a warranty.

The cars are robustly built and easy to repair. Just got a NAG1 trans with only 25k miles on it for 500 bucks. I bought a fan assembly for my friends Charger for 100 bucks.

No need for an expensive piece of paper and they will argue over every detail.

i disagree, the issues my car has had since day one would have cost me many times more than what I paid for the service contract..

there are cars that yeah it might seem a waste, our Camry Hybrid for example, 53,000 miles and not a single issue, where my 300 @ 53,000 miles had already seen several clock springs, 2 steering racks, complete air-bag system replacement, complete wire harness replacement, 2 FCM's, 1 dash cluster, and multiple other things, my car was a lemon, of that I have no doubt, but with the help of the service contract it has been repaired and running strong for 3 years now without any major issues (except a dealer screw up)...

for me, the peace of mind of having a zero deductible more or less bumper to bumper service contract far out-weighes the $2500 I spent on it.. I know if something goes wrong it will get fixed with no further out of pocket from me. yes some dealers might argue of coverage, but I have sorted out the good from the bad, and I know the dealer I use will take care of it..

[DAYTONA3949]

AAA has a great extended warrenty. And it good at all dodge dealers.