Many used car vehicle owners fail to understand the benefits of a used car warranty simply because many are not aware that they are entitled to one when buying a used car from a dealer.  Many people are in fact not aware that they can get a used car warranty, and many assume indeed that the used car often enough does not come with warranty coverage simply because it is a used car.

On the contrary however, many states insist that used cars be sold with a buyer’s guide that stipulates full details on the warranty coverage provided with the car.  The types of used car warranties vary, so that the unsuspecting individual purchasing the car must be wary of the type of coverage that he or she is getting.

Most used car warranties are limited, offering coverage to only the most basic parts of the vehicle.  It is very rare to find used cars being sold with fully comprehensive warranties unless it is in fact a used new car – that is to say, if the manufacturers warranty is still valid then it may or may not be directly transferable to the new vehicle owner.