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Smart Shopper Honda Extended Warranties Pricing and Info
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Replying to: toroshto (Nov 12, 2006 3:20 pm) http://www.hondawarrantyinfo.com/quote.php |
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I have a 2002 Accord LX that I bought new with the 7 years 75k mi extended HondaCare warranty with no deductible. My question is: does this warranty cover squeaks and rattles? I have a buzzy rattle coming from the passenger side rear seatbelt housing. It looks like it would involve substantial work to get in there, but it bugs me when I drive.
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Replying to: benjaminh (Nov 17, 2006 5:47 am) Dennis |
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Couple of questions: I am about to get an EXL 4 Cyl MT. I am going to sift through the posts here to assess the debate, but was wondering if someone could point me to a link that briefly discusses pros and cons of getting extended warranty. The other question is about using independent mechanic versus honda dealer. Over the years I have not had good experience with assorted dealers for servicing, but I now know a mechanic who is honest and competent. Will I run into problems if I was to use him for scheduled maintenance?
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Replying to: mi2kshop (Nov 23, 2006 11:33 am) You sure can use your mechanic for all routine stuff like oil and filter changes. I would buy some OEM filters from a discount online dealer and have your guy use those. Be sure to keep all receipts showing you had the proper work done at or before the time required by Honda and you should be fine. Dennis |
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Replying to: mi2kshop (Nov 23, 2006 11:33 am) I'll give you a list... Pro: if something very expensive breaks on your car, a service contract may pay out more than you paid for it, saving you money. Pro: It's a way to budget your money. The payments come out of your pocket slowly. A new window motor requires payment-in-full now. Con: most cars are well-built enough that pricy problems do not happen often during the timeframe of a service contract (before about 125,000 miles) More Cons: claims with an aftermarket service contract company can take excessive time. Many shops won't deal with service contract companies at all because so many have not paid their bills, or gone out of business. Service contract companies will often stall a big job-requiring an inspection, then not sending an inspector out until a week later. They will often require the use of aftermarket or used parts. They will often refuse to pay diagnostic charges. A well-maintained vehicle is your best insurance against a major repair. Dwynne already answered your second question. 
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Replying to: mitzij (Nov 24, 2006 4:54 am)
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Replying to: mi2kshop (Nov 25, 2006 2:59 pm) ...and what do you think the chances are that the mechanic will declare himself incompetent and recommend you see the dealer???? :-II
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Replying to: cwalti (Nov 25, 2006 8:00 pm)  But... Among the considerations for buying or not buying extended warranty are the likelihood of failure and the financial impact of failure. There is evidence that MTs fail at lower rate than ATs, and that Accord's 4 cyl is more reliable than the v6. My understanding is that the v6 warranty sells for more, so perhaps the 4 cyl vs v6 issue is factored in the price (although I think not completely). But there is no price differential between MT & AT warranties. Kind of similar logic as if you were to say that you would buy extended warranty for a Chrysler but not for a Honda, even though there is no assurance of a long trouble free life for the Honda! Chances are pretty low that a mechanic would declare himself incompetent, but then again I am not talking about walking over to a random mechanic on the road.  Plus it is not a question of competence -- he may say that he does not have this tool or that, or he may be planning to sell his business and retire!
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Replying to: mi2kshop (Nov 25, 2006 11:30 pm) Since the plan had a pro-rated refund and is transferable to a new owner and is Honda backed, *I* think it can be a decent deal if you plan on keeping your car past the new car warranty. Dennis |
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