Sometimes called an "extended warranty", a service contract is a promise to perform (or pay for) certain repairs or services. Although technically not a "warranty" as defined by federal law, service contracts may be arranged at any time and always costs extra. Warranties, on the other hand, ONLY come with a new car and are included in the original price. Vehicle service contracts are popularly referred to as "extended auto warranties" or "extended warranties". Use of the term "extended warranty" or "warranty" on this site is intended to refer to vehicle service contracts and not manufacturer's warranties.
3/11/2011 3:26:19 PM
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Alex Lohan considered an extended warranty for his automobile, a bright
blue 2005 BMW 325. "I heard that beemers can be really expensive to
repair, so I looked at getting a car warranty" said Lohan. After
contacting several extended warranty brokers, he decided that the plans
were too expensive. "Looking back, they were less," he said with a
forced laugh.
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8/6/2010 1:47:32 PM
Rated 4.9. Votes: 102
After considering all of the terms, prices, coverages, and competitors,
it's easy to forget why you were looking into an extended warranty for
your car at all. But, keep your eye on the ball. All the time taken
searching for the right option is worth it.
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5/28/2010 7:16:02 PM
Rated 5.0. Votes: 30
Memorial Day weekend is a busy time for car dealers, as they tend to see a large increase in the number of people shopping for a vehicle. Memorial Day typically kicks off what dealers refer to as "car-buying season," and dealers around the country are slashing prices in order to draw more drivers in. Smart shoppers will know that the best way to ensure their recently-purchased vehicle stays on the road is by purchasing an extended warranty.
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5/26/2010 4:48:18 PM
Rated 4.8. Votes: 30
As the economy slowly bounces back, some Americans are planning to travel this summer. Those who want to save a little extra might consider a "staycation," where rather than jetsetting to an exotic locale, families visit some attractions and sights nearby. If this sounds like a good idea to you, you may want to consider purchasing an extended warranty to protect your primary means of transportation.
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5/24/2010 10:56:55 PM
Rated 5.0. Votes: 30
In these tough economic times, every penny counts. Those in the market for a vehicle right now may be wondering how they get the car they want at a price they can afford. An extended warranty can help savvy consumers save money in the long term while giving them peace of mind in the present.
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5/17/2010 10:53:14 PM
Rated 4.7. Votes: 31
On the back of North American sales, the bailed-out General Motors has reported that it earned $865 million in the first quarter, a sign that the effects of the economic collapse may be subsiding. As Americans bolster their own economy by buying homemade cars, it becomes important to protect these costly investments with an extended warranty.
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5/6/2010 9:00:00 AM
Rated 4.9. Votes: 31
Craigslist and similar websites have become one-stop shopping for many Americans who wish to buy or sell goods. It's no surprise that it's become a haven for used car sales on the Internet as well.
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4/30/2010 2:54:12 PM
Rated 4.9. Votes: 31
Need a new car but want to avoid the high costs and slick sales pitches of the car lot? Don't feel safe buying a car online, where you can't see it or drive it? The answer might be a government auction.
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