An aftermarket auto warranty is basically an extended warranty contract.  Most people buy these because they think that more coverage is better coverage, but they do not take the time to think carefully about whether or not they really need an aftermarket auto warranty.

First of all, the manufacturer’s warranty is the first warranty that any vehicle ever possesses.  Is this warranty still valid?  If it is, you must then consider the remaining mileage or time frame till this warranty becomes void.  Secondly, what is the purpose of your purchase?  Is eighteen months coverage enough for your purposes?  What is the average mileage covered per day – would fifteen thousand miles be enough for your driving distances?  If not, then the aftermarket auto warranty might be for you.

You also need to consider the possibility that you would sell the car before the manufacturer’s warranty is even up.  If such is the case, then it makes no sense at all for you to invest in an aftermarket auto warranty – quite simply because the purpose of the aftermarket auto warranty is to provide extended coverage beyond your manufacturer’s validity (this can be both time periods and limited coverage).