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Honda Extended Warranties Pricing and Info

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by applecore323
Oct 29, 2008 (1:19 pm)
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Now that i will agree with. Insurance is nothing more then a numbers game. You need more policy premiums coming in then you have claims going out.
  
Insurance/warranty's are a funny product. it is something the consumer pays for that they hope they never need, but are glad they did when they need it.
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Re: [applecore323] by sliderule43
Oct 29, 2008 (1:45 pm)
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Replying to: applecore323 (Oct 29, 2008 1:19 pm)

There is a savings I forgot about. We are retired and have just downsized to one car. We were paying over $ 100 a year for AAA+. The extended warranty provides services similar (actually better than), AAA+, though less flexible-you need to go to a Honda dealer. Why wouldn't I ? The way I look at it, that makes the extended warranty free. This only applies if the extended warranty car is your only car.
 
Many people have road service, which is just another form of warranty. People pay for it hoping never to use it. Wonder how many people that consider waranties a waste of time, have road coverage? By the way, in my first post, I forget about my very early warranties. Got a new transmission when my Chevy Caprice seized up. Also received 2 air conditioner replacements on my son's Dodge Shadow. I guess that's why I don't have a great problem with these warranties. I just googled Mini Cooper complaints. Consumer Reports recommends the Mini. What a nightmare. You never really know. I can afford a warranty, but would really be hurt by a $ 2500 repair.
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Is Extended Warranty worth buying for 09Accord EXL by itsmaheshp
Oct 31, 2008 (6:06 am)
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Hi Guys,
 
I am just wondering if it is worth buying Honda Extended Warranty (from online) for an 09 Honda Accord EXL? I bought this 2months back and now thinking if it is a worth..i know it costs around $800 for ~6yrs..
 
Any suggestions appreciated..
 
Thanks,
Mahesh
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Re: Is Extended Warranty worth buying for 09Accord EXL [itsmaheshp] by sliderule43
Oct 31, 2008 (7:12 am)
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Replying to: itsmaheshp (Oct 31, 2008 6:06 am)

I paid my dealer $950 for a $ 0 deductible 7 year warranty on my 2001 Accord. Had one covered repair for $ 150. Probably not worth it. When I bought my Ridgeline 3 weeks ago, still purchased the Honda care warranty. I'm a slow learner. This time, I brought in the online pricing, and paid $ 50 above that for the $ 0 deductible 7 year warranty. Saved a lot over the dealer's price. I'm the type that tends to buy the warranties on most things. They paid off handsomely on my GM, Chrysler, VW purchases. Poor value on Toyota, Honda purchases. I'm convinced they pay off if you plan to sell the car privately, after 5 years. Buyers are more willing to pay a good price from a private party, if the Honda Care warranty is in effect. I would. Make sure you get the Honda Care. They want to keep you as a Honda customer. On non auto warranties, they have been very worthwhile on any water usage appliances. Paid off on my expensive Sears washer, steam cleaners, and also my Vaccum Cleaners. Not so on TVs. I do have peace of mind, at a price.
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Re: EW for Odyssey [majordad] by a004482
Oct 31, 2008 (6:58 pm)
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Replying to: majordad (Oct 08, 2008 6:43 pm)

I live in Florida and I am thinking about getting an extended warranty on my 2005 Honda Pilot which currently has about 32,000 miles and is still under the new car warranty. Any recommendations? How do I make sure it is from Honda Motors?
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Re: [sliderule43] by duke23
Oct 31, 2008 (9:19 pm)
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Replying to: sliderule43 (Oct 29, 2008 1:45 pm)

sliderule43 wrote:
"Many people have road service, which is just another form of warranty. People pay for it hoping never to use it. Wonder how many people that consider waranties a waste of time, have road coverage? "
Like you I ran the numbers, though you might have to explain to gen x what a slide rule is. My previous AAA coverage (basic) at $55 per year x 8 = $440. $960-440 = $ 4.33 per month for near bumper to bumper coverage for 8/120. I found that cheap on a risk reward analysis and so let the dealership add it on but at an online price. Since I would maintain auto club services regardless, it sealed the deal. VMMV.
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Re: EW for Odyssey [a004482] by sliderule43
Nov 01, 2008 (1:26 am)
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Replying to: a004482 (Oct 31, 2008 6:58 pm)

The contract should have the words "Honda Care," printed on it in large letters. I would also suggest you immediately call the number on the contract, before purchasing the warranty. Make sure it's Honda Care. Twice I was sold 3rd party contracts by my dealer, without having that fact disclosed. The first was by a VW dealer on my new Passat. The contract, administered by Ryan, had a big VW emblem on top. Though the company paid off on several repairs (on this lemon), my dealer sold the VW franchise to a another dealer. The other dealer would not accept the contract, and I had to pay for repairs and submit a claim. On my recent Ridgeline purchase, I was also sold a third party contract - without disclosure. When I read it (after returning home), I returned to the dealer immediately and told them I wanted Honda Care, or was going to small claims court. I would have. They agreed to rewrite it for $ 50 over the online price.
 
If you can't get Honda Care, save your money. I am so dissapointed with dealers that sell third party contracts, without disclosure, just to pad their bottom line. They have no problems hurting their customers.
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by jb_turner
Nov 01, 2008 (3:48 am)
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", I brought in the online pricing, and paid $ 50 above that for the $ 0 deductible 7 year warranty."
 
I do not understand why people like to pay above invoice or above an online price. The best bet is to pay below invoice or below online price... at least make it the same.
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Response to Paying $ 50 over Online. by sliderule43
Nov 01, 2008 (4:21 am)
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I can't disagree with your position. Please consider that people that buy warranties tend to be risk adverse. You are willingly paying for something that you realize is probably a poor investment. Consistent with this risk adverse mentality, is the thought that maybe buying online may cause some problem. Whereas buying from your local dealer is more comforting. You are correct. I don't disagree with you. I'm just answering your good question.
 
I was willing to pay the extra $ 50, - my dealer refused to go lower. By the way, paid the extra $ 50, but wrapped it into my 2.9% 5 year loan. Makes it a breakeven-don't you think?
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Re: Response to Paying $ 50 over Online. [sliderule43] by jb_turner
Nov 01, 2008 (5:16 am)
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Replying to: sliderule43 (Nov 01, 2008 4:21 am)

Well yes I agree with you. If the customer feels comfortable that is what ultimatly counts. In your case you broke even taking into consideration the financing and from the sounds of it you were satisfied with the deal... that is what ultimatly counts.

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