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Trying to Get the Best Vehicle Extended Warranty on Your Car

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warranty familyGetting an extended vehicle warranty can provide security and peace of mind, and many policies' prices can be canceled out with just one major repair. However, not every broker sells warranties of the best quality, and some have features that other companies lack. The extensiveness of the warranty also makes a difference, with some policies covering all unforeseen repairs and others only covering major breakdowns.

When researching for the best company to buy from, it's essential to first see what kind of policy is best for the make and model of the car in question. Some cars are more likely to fail over time. Sales people from car dealerships should be avoided, since they charge twice as much as third party brokers. The best companies are the ones that are accredited or rated through the Better Business Bureau. The BBB uses 16 standards to grade vehicle warranty companies, which includes a complaint history. The company should be well-established and offer national coverage so that the driver does not have to get repairs done in specific shops or states. They should be financially secure enough to back any major repair bill, and the best ones will provide additional services such as roadside assistance, towing, claim transfers and rental cars during the duration of the vehicle's repair.

Once a company has been decided on, the next question is the amount of coverage that the driver feels is necessary. This will change from person to person, depending on what they want from a vehicle warranty. With newer or better-made cars, major break down coverage should cover the worst of potential problems. With older or used cars, however, wear and tear is much likelier to kill the vehicle than anything else. That driver would be better off going with a wear and tear coverage, which is more expensive but covers more potential problems. The best coverage is the exclusionary coverage, which covers every aspect except very specific problems, which are listed in the vehicle warranty. This is usually the most expensive policy, but it provides total coverage and the best peace of mind. Drivers can be assured that a sudden repair bill will not drain their finances.

The best extended warranty is the one that suits the vehicle owner and their car's make and model. Quotes can be found online and policies can be purchased to extend the safety and security of the original manufacturer's warranty.
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A Top Ten List of Automotive Extended Warranty Companies

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warranty customerA good vehicle warranty will depend on the type of vehicle, the age, the driver and the location. Some companies offer the most reliable service, the widest choice of policies, and the greatest customer service. The following companies have the best features, the most secure backing and the most positive reviews:

Top TEN List of Auto Extended Warranty Companies

  1. True Auto Protection: True Auto Protection offers more than just repair coverage. It provides 24 hour roadside assistance and towing, a rental car while the vehicle is being repaired, and a transferable policy that increases the resale value of the car. They also have national coverage, and an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau for their long time in business and lack of a complaint history.
  2. Warranty Direct: Like many other vehicle warranty brokers, Warranty Direct is accredited through the BBB. It has been running for over 30 years and boasts more than 2 million customers. They offer road-side assistance, affordable prices, a wide variety of coverage policies, and reimbursement eight days after repairs begin.
  3. Car Chex: Car Chex guarantees that their pricing is the lowest around. Instead of offering set coverage plans, the Car Chex team will consider each vehicle, each driver, and analyze what policy works best on an individual basis.
  4. Stop Repair Bills: This company sets itself apart from other brokers by its willingness to provide any vehicle warranty, regardless of age or status. Most customers at Stop Repair Bills own vehicles that are 15 years old or older.
  5. AA Auto Protection: This vehicle warranty does not require credit checks or down payments. Payments can be made over a year and a half. AA Auto offers 10 policies that include various coverage.
  6. US Direct Protect: US Direct offers roadside assistance 24 hours a day, which offers more peace of mind than other companies. It offers a variety of coverage, with deductibles that go from 0 to 100 dollars.
  7. Auto Protection: With an A rating from the BBB, a transferable policy, and multiple deductibles, Auto Protection is a fairly solid choice. They have also been in business for more than a decade, which lends them more credibility.
  8. Fidelity Automotive: Fidelity's vehicle warranty covers used and new cars, covers a wide range of repair shops, and provides roadside assistance.
  9. Auto Protection: A smaller and newer company, Auto Protection has very clear warranty policies and also offers roadside assistance.
  10. Endurance Protection: This too is a small company and relatively new. It offers instant savings, though, and roadside assistance.
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When Your Vehicle Warranty Expires, Keep Up With The Scheduled Maintenance

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describe the imageA vehicle warranty only lasts so long. If an extended auto warranty is not purchased, most manufacture warranties only last up to five years, the time that is least likely to experience major breakdowns or wear and tear. Most warranties draw up a scheduled maintenance plan for drivers to follow in order to keep the car running at its best. Even when the vehicle warranty has expired, it is important to maintain this schedule to ensure the car's performance.

A car that is not regularly maintained may lose up to a third of its lifespan, regardless of the vehicle warranty. That could be the difference between a car that goes 300,000 miles without breaking down to a car that only goes 100,000 miles before dying. Most repair stores have a list of cars, their makes and models, and how often parts should be checked and updated.

The most important aspect to keep up is the oil and oil filter. The oil keeps everything lubed and running smoothly, and without it the engine can die and cost thousands of dollars to replace. Oil that is dirty or low on the dipstick needs to be replaced. Regardless, the oil and the oil filter should be replaced everything 3,000 miles or every six months, whichever comes first.

Another essential check-up concerns the coolant. Coolant keeps the engine from running too hot. If the coolant gets low or dirty then the car can overheat and stop working and the radiator may suffer massive damage. With most cars, the antifreeze should be changed every two years, or every 30,000 miles. If the coolant is any color other than yellow-green it should be changed regardless of how much time has passed. Brake and power steering fluids should also be monitored and replaced according to the maintenance program.

Cars do not wear down at the same rate as others of similar makes, and parts within cars do not break down at similar rates either. Most parts need periodic check-ups. Other elements to check are emissions, filters and spark plugs. It is best to discover the failing pieces before they actually break down, since that could cause larger and more expensive damage to the rest of the car.

Just because the vehicle warranty expires does not mean that measures should not be taken to keep the car out of the repair shop. Simple and regular maintenance can take care of that.
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Trying to Get the Best Vehicle Extended Warranty on Your Car

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happy familyGetting an extended vehicle warranty can provide security and peace of mind, and many policies' prices can be canceled out with just one major repair. However, not every broker sells warranties of the best quality, and some have features that other companies lack. The extensiveness of the warranty also makes a difference, with some policies covering all unforeseen repairs and others only covering major breakdowns.

When researching for the best company to buy from, it's essential to first see what kind of policy is best for the make and model of the car in question. Some cars are more likely to fail over time. Sales people from car dealerships should be avoided, since they charge twice as much as third party brokers. The best companies are the ones that are accredited or rated through the Better Business Bureau. The BBB uses 16 standards to grade vehicle warranty companies, which includes a complaint history. The company should be well-established and offer national coverage so that the driver does not have to get repairs done in specific shops or states. They should be financially secure enough to back any major repair bill, and the best ones will provide additional services such as roadside assistance, towing, claim transfers and rental cars during the duration of the vehicle's repair.

Once a company has been decided on, the next question is the amount of coverage that the driver feels is necessary. This will change from person to person, depending on what they want from a vehicle warranty. With newer or better-made cars, major break down coverage should cover the worst of potential problems. With older or used cars, however, wear and tear is much likelier to kill the vehicle than anything else. That driver would be better off going with a wear and tear coverage, which is more expensive but covers more potential problems. The best coverage is the exclusionary coverage, which covers every aspect except very specific problems, which are listed in the vehicle warranty. This is usually the most expensive policy, but it provides total coverage and the best peace of mind. Drivers can be assured that a sudden repair bill will not drain their finances.

The best extended warranty is the one that suits the vehicle owner and their car's make and model. Quotes can be found online and policies can be purchased to extend the safety and security of the original manufacturer's warranty.
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