March 8th, 2013 by Hal Moses
If you purchase a new vehicle, you generally do not expect any problems to arise early on in the vehicle’s life. However, if problems do arise, the major ones can be very costly to get fixed. For example, replacing the engine on your vehicle could cost more than 2,000 dollars. If you have a quality auto warranty program, the cost of repairs will not be an issue. So the question is, how do you go about picking a quality aftermarket auto warranty company?
Generally, people think that you need to purchase an extended auto warranty from the dealer that sells you your vehicle. However, this is not the case. Buying an auto warranty from the dealer generally means that you will need to pay more expensive costs for coverage. If you want to be sure that you get a good deal, it is smart to invest in an auto warranty through an aftermarket company. When picking which company you want to purchase the warranty from, be sure to take in these things:
1. Know what kind of coverage is necessary for your vehicle. Also, know how long you need the coverage for.
2. Make sure that you purchase the warranty from a company that is reputable. Do research for ratings and reviews of the company online. In addition, check what ratings the company has with the Better Business Bureau.
March 5th, 2013 by Hal Moses
An auto warranty is a smart investment to make if you buy a new car. New car warranties provide four different types of coverage:
1. One type of coverage that you can get is basic coverage, which is also known as a bumper-to-bumper warranty. This kind of warranty provides coverage for the parts of the car from bumper to bumper.
2. A second type of coverage is a powertrain warranty. This warranty will provide coverage for the parts of the car that make it run. These parts generally include the engine, transmission, drive axels, and the driveshaft.
3. Also, your warranty can provide rust and corrosion coverage. This will cover rust-through issues.
4. A last kind of coverage that can be provided is roadside assistance. This service can be provided to you while your basic warranty is still active. This service provides you with professional help when you are stuck on the side of the road. It will provide you with helpful services such as towing, refueling assistance, flat tire assistance, and lockout assistance.
If you want to become more familiarized with the details of the coverage that is provided by your auto warranty, look at your owner’s manual or your warranty booklet. If you still do not think that you have enough coverage and that you want to have more, look into buying an extended warranty.
February 25th, 2013 by Hal Moses
There are two different kinds of extended auto warranties. There are the auto warranties that are obtained through an aftermarket auto warranty company and there are the auto warranties that are backed by the manufacturer.
Buying an extended auto warranty through an aftermarket auto warranty company will generally be the more inexpensive option. This type of extended auto warranty varies in both quality and price. Quality and price of an auto warranty depends upon the company that you choose to purchase it from. Therefore, it is essential that you shop smart and do research before you make a final purchase.
Extended auto warranties that are backed by the manufacturer generally include a variety of services and repairs. Usually, repairs that are performed on your vehicle will be done at a dealership that has been approved by the manufacturer.
Before making a purchase on an auto warranty, research many different companies and warranty options. Also, be sure to compare the price and the quality before deciding to make a final purchase.
February 24th, 2013 by Hal Moses
In today’s society, our vehicles are essential for daily travel. Motorists are completely reliant upon their vehicles to get them to their destinations. No matter where we need our vehicles to take us, the vehicle needs to be proper working order in order to successfully get us to our desired destinations.
Since our vehicles have become our main source of transportation, it is essential that they be brought in to get the necessary routine maintenance and repairs performed. When we bring our vehicles to the shop to fix one problem, almost every time we are told that there is an additional problem that needs to be fixed as well. In situations such as this, it is very useful to have an auto warranty. An aftermarket auto warranty will allow motorists to have peace of mind when they bring their vehicles into the shop to get maintenance and repairs done. This is because the auto warranty will save them money. Also, it is important to bring your vehicle to a shop that is reputable and that will give you an estimated cost of repairs in writing before they actually do any work on your vehicle.
February 18th, 2013 by Hal Moses
When making an investment in an auto warranty, the last thing that you want is to find out that your warranty does not meet your expectations and does not provide the necessary coverage for everything that you need. If it is necessary to have an inspection done on a car before you buy it, it should be a priority to do the same sort of thing for your auto warranty.
To be sure that you are making a worthwhile investment in an auto warranty that will get your car through some wear and tear, make certain that is meets all of your expectations and make sure you do not settle for less. Luckily for consumers, there is a Federal Trade Commission law that requires a warranty to be available for inspection by a potential consumer.
Many consumers find themselves being persuaded by the seller’s implications about an auto warranty for a car. A dealer will be as concise as possible with their words when it comes to discussing coverage for a car for a specific reason. It is essential to always entirely read through an auto warranty with an expectation of its guarantee. After you completely read it once, be sure to read it again and thoroughly inspect the auto warranty for any fine print before you make a final purchase.
February 11th, 2013 by Hal Moses
Generally, when people research auto warranties, they mainly consider price. Every consumer wants to get the best possible rate that they can get for an auto warranty. Even though price is an important factor to consider, it is not a good idea to have price be the deciding factor in your decision of which auto warranty to buy.
When you research which warranty to buy, ensure that you are getting one that is a good quality. To make the best possible purchase on an auto warranty, there are two main things to look into:
1. Consider the cost of the warranty. Price is important to take into consideration when making any purchase, but when it comes to an auto warranty, this should never be the only factor that you consider when you buy one.
2. Make sure you research the company you are planning to purchase the auto warranty from. Is the company that is making the sale a reputable company? Is the company established? Are they visible online? Are their contact details easily located? Is the company accredited and have a good rating with the Better Business Bureau? These are all questions you should ask when researching an auto warranty company.
January 22nd, 2013 by Hal Moses
Motorists rely on their vehicles to get them through their day. If the vehicle is not running properly and breaks down, it will make getting through their day much more difficult. Not only is it harder to get through the day, it hurts the wallet since repair costs can be pricey.
When their old car breaks down on them, often time, motorists will choose to purchase a new vehicle from the used car dealership. However, if you have poor credit or simply do not have enough money to purchase a vehicle, used car loans can help you pay for one. There are places that will provide you with a loan in order to purchase a used vehicle.
After you have purchased the used vehicle, it is smart to look into investing in used car warranties that can cover the cost of repairs and maintenance on your vehicle. If you are low on money, an auto warranty will allow you to feel at ease when you need to bring your vehicle into the shop for repairs and maintenance.
January 18th, 2013 by Hal Moses
Often times, people spend a lot of money when they buy an aftermarket auto warranty or an extended warranty for their vehicles. These warranties come into play when the original warranty or the factory warranty is terminated. When you buy an aftermarket auto warranty, your warranty provider covers the costs of bills for parts that are replaced or repaired. Here are some important things to know when you plan on purchasing an aftermarket warranty:
An aftermarket warranty does not usually cover the costs for repairs that are related to wear and tear. An aftermarket bumper-to-bumper warranty will cover expenses for replacement and repair of almost all of the parts of your car, but this warranty still won’t provide coverage for your tires, brakes, etc. However, there are some companies that will provide a warranty that provides coverage for wear and tear parts also. It is a good idea to buy a warranty that covers wear and tear parts, even if it costs more than a regular mechanical warranty. The reason for this is because about 80% of you car repair costs are as a result of wear and tear problems. Therefore, you can save a lot of money with an auto warranty that covers wear and tear issues, especially if your car is older.
January 14th, 2013 by Hal Moses
A warranty is the guarantee made by the seller to the buyer for a product being sold. When the warranty is for a car, it is a contract for repairs and replacement of parts for a certain period of time.
New car warranties come with the purchase of a new car and they offer many benefits. When a manufacturer sells a car and provides the buyer with an auto warranty for their new car, the buyer is being guaranteed that if the car has any defects or mechanical failures, the part will be fixed or replaced free of charge. There are different kinds of auto warranties. There are “bumper-to-bumper†warranties and “powertrain†warranties. Bumper-to-bumper warranties cover all of the parts of the car from the front bumper to the back bumper. Powertrain warranties cover the parts of the car that make it run.
Auto warranties allow you to have peace of mind whenever you receive a repair bill from your mechanic.
January 12th, 2013 by Hal Moses
An auto warranty refers to certain services that are provided by a dealer for the owner of the vehicle for a specific period of time after the date of purchasing the vehicle.
The dealer issues the warranty at the time of the sale of the vehicle. Any dealer who does not issue a warranty at the time of the purchase is liable to be prosecuted under US federal law. This is why it is important to ensure that you get a warranty at the time of the vehicle purchase.
The warranty period usually is available for periods of time that range from 3 months to 3 years or the depending on the mileage on the vehicle. The consumer decides what type of warranty coverage they want for their vehicle.
The cost of a warranty is dependent upon the type of warranty the consumer wants for their vehicle. Usually, the warranty that is recommended is a “bumper-to-bumper†warranty. However this type of warranty is generally more costly than other types of auto warranties that are available.
