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steveyg_uk

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Warranty
« on: August 03, 2013, 10:29:12 PM »
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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Re: Warranty
« Reply #1 on: August 03, 2013, 10:45:23 PM »
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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Re: Warranty
« Reply #2 on: August 03, 2013, 11:00:54 PM »
thank you - good idea.
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Re: Warranty
« Reply #3 on: August 03, 2013, 11:57:22 PM »
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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Re: Warranty
« Reply #4 on: August 04, 2013, 09:44:03 AM »
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.

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