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Forum => General Smart Chat => Topic started by: steveyg_uk on August 03, 2013, 10:29:12 PM
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I've been offered warranty by the dealer - I have always said no and just taken it by chance.
What has everyone else done?
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Mmmmmmmmm.....depends how much they want for it, and what it covers.
Some things will always reach the end of their lifespan, or break/whatever
due to 'fair wear and tear' and thats the loophole most use to get out of paying,
so...dare I say that i would advise you save that money and find yourself a
really good Smart independant and use them to keep your car in tip top
condition.
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thank you - good idea.
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All insurance and warranty are designed at the end of the day to benefit only the company supplying it.
It is with such cynicism that I don't ever buy extended warranties - however my Primera came with a "free" warranty so whatever....
However, you must be prepared to face the potential costs involved in any failure, especially on an 8-year old car with patchy history.
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Warranties are only good if they match your needs....
E.g. On our zafira we took a warranty direct policy as the car was sounding a bit ropey. The warrant ended up covering inlet manifold, 4 x glow plugs, 4 x injectors, and a few other parts. £2500 worth of work for £350 policy. Still complained about the service they provided to the Financial Services.
Warranty on the tablet we bought for our little boy. £15 covered it for fault and accidental damage for 3 years!! Erm - yes please ;)
Just read what is covered and more importantly what isn't.
JJ