Extended Warranties

[MDBoxsterS]

Is anyone using extended warranties? I have a 2002 Boxster S with 7400 miles on it. Just bought it. The dealer included a 2 year base warranty. Engine and drivetrain..

Anyone know if this base insurance is enough or should I consider one of the $2500 - $3500 warranties for 3 or 4 years and up to 75K or 100K miles? Who is a good insurer? What should I be looking for?

Jimmy

[Norminhouston]

The warranty on my '03 S expired last month. I purchased a bumper to bumper warranty from Warranty Direct 4yrs/60,000 miles for $1788 with a $200 ded. I also added coverage for the emissions system for an additional $100.
I don't usually buy extended warranties but with all the horror stories around, I thought it best to go with a warranty.

[fishage]

Bought a 4 year extended warranty from Great Lakes when I bought my 2002 in August. $1800, unlimited miles. The large list of parts covered convinced me, as it is going to be my daily (year round) driver, and I'm certain I'll use the $1800 worth of the parts they listed over the next four years.

[pBunny]

I just got a 99 Viola/tan with 9400 miles. It belonged to a club member, so I know the history.

Right now the best overall coverage appears to be from Warranty Direct. Anyone had actual history with them, or any warranty claim yet?

pBunny

[Travis]

I also bought an extended warranty, but my question is: has anyone ever been able to use it??


I have heard so many stories about people having issues with these companies trying to get them to pay for things that are supposed to be covered and can not.

[unklekraker]

Originally Posted by Travis

I also bought an extended warranty, but my question is: has anyone ever been able to use it??


I have heard so many stories about people having issues with these companies trying to get them to pay for things that are supposed to be covered and can not.

I Recently Bought A 99' Boxster W/ 44k Mi. About 2 Months Ago For $21k And Bought Extended Warranty 4yrs/48k For $2300. Just Last Month I Took My Car For 45k Service And Thay Found 4 Things (worn Cam Shaft Gasket/cover, Airbag Module Chip, Worn Passenger Side Seatbelt & Coolant Reservoir Tank Leaking) The Cost Of Total Repair Is $2100, Warranty Pays $1800, Out Of Pocket Cost $300 (includes Clear Side Marker). That's Not Including The 45k Service Cost ($450)

The best part about it is, I get to drive a brand spanking new 07' Audi S3 2.0 Turbo for a week for free :dance:

[MDBoxsterS]

I agree. My car is pristine and want to ensure that some of the stories I am hearing on here do not come true! Im interested in comparing the details of aftermarket waranties. The one my dealer sold me was for a base warranty. What is NOT covered.