And in specific- Warrantech.
I just rec'd this offer today and am wondering if anyone has any positives or negatives to add.
The program appears to be very comprehensive and covering:
Engine, MT, Cooling and heating, Electrical, Brakes(minus pads), AC ,Drive axle, Diff case and bearings, Steering, Front suspension, Turbo charger ($273 add-on premium),Fuel System, Ext/int latches springs and handles, Motel and resturant bills(up to $75 per day for 3 days/$225 total if stranded 100mile or more, and Towing($75 remb.) Roadside assistance which may overlap AAA type plans.
The cost: $690/64k, $794 /74k, $833/84K, $898/100k all with unlimited time.
I'm seriously considering the 64k plan. $50 deductable each occurance.
This appears to be even better than Honda's 36/36 and could provide some extra reassurance even during the initial factory warranty.
I'm going to buy this plan unless I hear some pretty good reasons not to.
Thanks for listening.

 

Pardon my ignorance if this is already very obvious but, where do you take your car to get serviced under this warranty? Would they let you take the car to any shop and Warrantech would simply cover the repair costs? Or do they require that a Honda dealer give the car a once over and OK any necessary repairs?

 

Website doens't have too much information. Try it out and let us know.

 

Warrantech printed quote:
A low deductible
Use your choice of garages or mechanics, or if you prefer, we'll help you find one.
We pay the repair shop directly with our corporate credit card.
Insured by "A" Excellent Rated Insurance Co.
This coverage can last as long as you own you car----even 10 or 15 years
Towing coverage, Rental car reimbursement
Transferrable coverage
.....and much more.
Up to 100,000 miles with no time limit
Coverage includes parts and labor
Easy payment ,take up to 12mo. to pay
Unlimited number of claims
Nationwide protection in US and Canada
Security and peace of mind.

 

Sounds good, I might have to look at that policy. The fact that you may choose your own facility is a huge plus. Honda Dealerships are typically a bitch when it comes to warranty issues. I think they would rather deny all claims, even when the money is no coming out of their pockets.

 

To begin with, this is REALLY the wrong forum for this.

Second, I hate to be the bearer of bad news but historically speaking... These things are a rip off. Reguardless of what it says, these places can wiggle a bus through the eye of a needle to get out of paying a claim.

1. They'll claim it was modified.
2. They'll claim it was abuse.
3. They'll claim that specific part is not covered.

With the half page of things they claim to cover, is 50 pages of if's, and's, or but's, about what they won't cover and why.

Don't be a sucker. NEVER buy extended warranties as you WILL get screwed.

 

??. Warranty work isn't under the hood?

 

It seemed appropiate, sorry if it wasn't.

 

Excellent points, and even with knowledge of Magnusson backing you up, they really never stand behind the warranty. I guess the best thing for us to do is enjoy the first 36k.

 

Further into the brocher- The Premier Vehicle Protection Plan is insured by Great American Insurance Company- Rated "A" Excellent by A.M. Best. They represent a strong commitment to this industry and to this program.


Tech II Protection Complies with all insurance and State Regulations.
60 Day Money back Guarantee- you may cancel your coverage for any reason the first 60days and receive a full refund provided no claims have been paid.
Every TechII Protection Plan is insured. This is your guarantee that the coverage you purchase today will be there when you need it.

(Note- There is a 30 day waiting period from date of purchase before the plan goes into effect.)