With any important personal asset, you want to make sure you are covered if things go wrong. Your car is one of your biggest assets. So is an extended car warranty worth it? The answer might surprise you.

New Car Extended Warranties

New cars come with a factory warranty. This covers specific mechanical breakdowns during a limited amount of time. Once the warranty expires, all repair costs must be paid for by the car owner. Extended warranty plans can be purchased at any time, even for brand new cars but are offered by the vehicle’s manufacturer. The reason you might consider outside coverage is because factory plans often do not include things like easy monthly payment options and the flexibility to take the vehicle any where you choose for repairs and maintenance.

Also, think about timing. As a car ages, the cost of extended protection goes up. So if you buy earlier, you will pay less for the extended vehicle protection plan. Get an online new car extended protection quote now.

Used Car Extended Warranties

For used cars with an expired manufacturer warranty, extended vehicle protection picks up where the factory warranty ended. Coverage is similar to factory warranties, and the companies that provide extended protection are often the same companies that provide the original factory warranties. Again, this option is offered by the manufacturer and you are limited to where you can use it.

Used cars are more likely to have frequent and/or costly breakdowns. With extended vehicle protection, you can rest easy knowing that a factory-like warranty is covering your auto asset.

Get a free used car extended vehicle protection plan quote now.

CARCHEX Extended Vehicle Protection Plans

An Extended Vehicle Protection Plan from CARCHEX provides similar coverage to factory new car and used car extended warranties but provides consumers with the added benefits of choosing where your vehicle is serviced and the ability to craft a plan that fits your monthly budget. Why let the manufacturer hold on to thousands of your hard owned money when you can may an easy monthly price for your vehicle protection? Get a free CARCHEX extended vehicle protection plan quote now.

Plans Are Transferrable

Another advantage to extended warranties is that they are transferrable for a $40-50 fee. This can improve the chances of selling any car at a higher price.

Risks Of Going Without Coverage

There is no law requiring extended vehicle coverage, but there is a financial risk. An extended warranty or CARCHEX Extended Vehicle Protection Plan is similar to an insurance policy. So if major repairs are needed, you could end up saving thousands of dollars. Also, the cost of many smaller repairs can add up over time. These costs are covered within the terms of your protection plan.

Doesn’t It Take A Lot Of Time?

If you had to go out on your own comparing plans and costs, it could take up a lot of your valuable time. Due to the popularity of extended vehicle protection, companies like CARCHEX have developed marketplaces. Various providers compete – driving prices downward – to offer you the best auto protection deals.

Is It Safe?

Unfortunately, there are scam artists out there who try to take advantage of unwary car owners. However, with CARCHEX you know you are dealing with a company that’s been in business for over 24 years and rated as A+ by the BBB.

Bottom Line: Is It Worth It?

The answer really depends on you. Do you protect your home with homeowner’s insurance? Do you protect the asset of your health with health insurance? By the same logic, you might decide a large asset – like your car – deserves protection from risk through an extended vehicle protection plan.

Don’t Put It Off

If you think your car deserves protection, ask for a free online quote today. Or call us toll free at 877-CARCHEX.

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