Is an Aftermarket warranty worth it AAA
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every aftermarket warranty is going to have some form of that clause to protect themselves, I imagine your mechanic is going to be able to most accurately assess the origination of issues, seems after the waiting period coverage hasn't been that big of an issue for most
And this warranty is more restrictive than most. AAA seems more lenient (any failure requiring repair within the contract,) but you pay for that.
Had an Audi A6 several years ago with an extended warranty thrown into the deal by the seller. Usually they paid, but paid low. Big issue was usually labor costs. The fine print said "market rates" which they decided was $45-$50/hr (if memory serves). Good luck with that amount even with an indie shop. The two times I used it, coverage was about 50% of bill.
My favorite denial was for a 4-wheel alignment (quattro package). The mechanic had replaced upper and lower A-arms and bushings. They claimed the realignment was normal maintenance and therefore not covered. I tried to appeal, but turns out the appeals company specified was a subsidiary of the insurance company, so that went nowhere for me.
Industry has been cleaned up some, so shop around and ask questions... as you're doing now.
My favorite denial was for a 4-wheel alignment (quattro package). The mechanic had replaced upper and lower A-arms and bushings. They claimed the realignment was normal maintenance and therefore not covered. I tried to appeal, but turns out the appeals company specified was a subsidiary of the insurance company, so that went nowhere for me.
Industry has been cleaned up some, so shop around and ask questions... as you're doing now.
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