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#92 of 103 AcuraCare 7yr/100k by thecornpopper

Dec 11, 2011 (6:41 pm)

I purchased an AcuraCare 7yr/100k warranty for $1710 on my new 2012 Advance/Ent

#93 of 103 Re: AcuraCare 7yr/100k [thecornpopper] by stingysuvwantd

Dec 12, 2011 (11:03 am)

Replying to: thecornpopper (Dec 11, 2011 6:41 pm)
That pricing is consistent with other quotes for that term/mileage, plus or minus $100. The question I am trying to determine is if we are buying what is supposedly a reliable car, is it even necessary to also buy an extended warranty?
 
I kind of doubt the engine or drive train will have many big issues, but do the fancy electronics make it more necessary to get a warranty?
 
And does anyone have any good or bad experiences at trying to make a claim? Warranty only adds value if Acura stands behind their product. Many 3rd party warranties seem like a scam as there are a lot of loopholes the insurer uses to deny claims. Hopefully Honda Finance is more reputable at paying claims, but surely someone on this board has experience dealing with them and can add some insight.

#94 of 103 Re: AcuraCare 7yr/100k [stingysuvwantd] by mdxer7

May 11, 2012 (7:03 am)

Replying to: stingysuvwantd (Dec 12, 2011 11:03 am)
I called both Acura & Honda neither sell the Acura Care Warranty. They must be bought through a dealer. I found a few dealers on-line that will send you a quote. One was Curry (Acura confirmed they were a valid dealer) another was from Florida... Curry's quote was the best so far even beating my local dealer where I'm buying my new 2012 MDX.
 
I keep my vehicles a long time - my present is an 2001 MDX w/219K miles on the original engine which is still running strong. I did have the 7/100 warranty and surpassed it long ago. I recall at least three repairs that my warranty covered the last just over 100K (dealer honored my warranty because I had had all the preventive Maint done there) and it was for a new transmission (2001 - 06's had major tranny issues). My first warranty cost me $1600 in 2001 and was well worth it.
 
Now back to the present. Quotes I've received for the 8/120 have ranged from $2580, $2510, and $2280 from Curry. I will probably end up buying online from Curry unless my dealer has a change of heart. Acura's are wonderfully reliable...however, that being said, one major repair and you come out ahead. For me - I keep my cars long and it has been worth it (actually for two Acuras) in the past.
 
Good luck!

#95 of 103 Re: AcuraCare 7yr/100k [mdxer7] by 10sfan

May 26, 2012 (9:52 am)

Replying to: mdxer7 (May 11, 2012 7:03 am)
My 2005 MDX extended care warranty will expire in 3000 miles. Based on your long term experience, what item(s) in addition to the transmission, would you recommend I have the local dealer check prior to expiration. I have had all the required maintenance since buying the vehicle. I want my "ducks lined up" in case I have some costly issue after the expiration.

#96 of 103 MDX 2012 tech_Ent_Extended warranty by solaris72

May 29, 2012 (5:07 am)

I bought a new MDX 2012 yesterday and my dealer offered me an extended Warranty 8 year/100 miles from costguard for 1900$ (Full coverage)
Is this warranty good? Is the price is reasonable? Do i have any other option, since this is my first Acura vehicle?

#97 of 103 Anyone bought Total Protection Plus program from AukoKnight? by bandit_mdx

Oct 20, 2012 (12:06 pm)

We bought a 2012 MDX Base model from a local dealer at Springfield, NJ. They offered us Total Protection Plus package from Auto Knight for $990/-. Did anyone buy this package before? If yes, how was your experience with it? I got a quote for Acura Care for 6yrs/70k miles for $1,035/- for $0 deductible. I'm trying to decide whether I should by Acura care program or Total Protection Plus or both.
 
Any suggestions are highly appreciated.

#98 of 103 2012 MDX extended warranty, dent and resistall coverage questions by boogaloo22

Jan 16, 2013 (2:08 am)

Hi, I'm new to the forums and had a few questions I was hoping to get answered. I purchased a 2012 MDX in Texas about three months ago and bought the extended warranty from the dealer, a 7yr/100k for ~$2600, along with dent coverage for $800 and resistall protection $870. After getting a good deal on the MDX (over 5k below MSRP) these additional purchases seemed to make sense but I'm having buyer's remorse now. Also after seeing some of the prices others have posted for warranties I'm sure I over paid.
 
I'm wondering if any one has any experience with the resistall pricing and the dent coverage as well. Looking back I think I overpaid on these as well, although at the time of purchase I was assured by the financing department that I was getting these packages for about $50 above cost. Is the warranty price too high and should I/can I return it? Any limitations on the resitall or dent coverage that any one has had experience with? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

#99 of 103 Re: 2012 MDX extended warranty, dent and resistall coverage questions [boogaloo22] by Stever@Edmunds HOST

Jan 16, 2013 (7:54 am)

Replying to: boogaloo22 (Jan 16, 2013 2:08 am)
A lot of that stuff is non-refundable for a reason.
 
atoms2me, "To ResistAll or Not To..." #15, 13 Jan 2013 1:14 pm
 
You may be able to cancel the extended warranty, but if you decide you want another one, you likely won't be able to buy the Acura one again.
 
I'd let the dealer know how you feel (and maybe hint that you're learning your way around social media). They may do something for you. If not, go find Facebook, Twitter and the dealer review sites (like ours) and let others know about your experience.

#100 of 103 HELP- warranty expiring soon! Buy extended warranty? by buddyzippy

Mar 15, 2013 (7:54 pm)

I purchased a 2011 MDX with Navi at the end of May 2011. Now, not quite 2 years later, I have racked up 49,300 miles. I anticipate continuing to drive about 25,000miles/yr for the next 2 years. After 2 years, the amount of driving should decrease to 15,000miles/ yr. I would like to keep the car for at least 2-4 more years. I live in FL and the Acura dealership quoted a 3yr/100,000 mi warranty for $2,820 and a 4yr/120,000 warranty for $4,720 (both figures don't include tax.). Given that I will reach 100,000 miles in 2 more years, the warranties seem expensive. I have previously leased MDXs (2001, 2004, 2008) but have returned them at the end of 3 or 4 years, so have no experience with the need for expensive repairs on MDXs once they have in excess of 50,000 miles. Would greatly appreciate prompt feedback on whether or not to purchase the extended warranty, and whether price is reasonable!!! Thanks.

#101 of 103 Acura Care extended warranty for 2013 MDX-worth it? by keti

May 02, 2013 (9:19 am)

Hi, we just purchased our first acura ever, an MDX 2013 advance for $45.5k. The sales person was pushing heavily the extended acura care warranty but we declined. Fist he said it cost $3,999 for 4 more years (thus 8 yrs total) and another 50k miles (so total 100k miles). Price went down to $3,100 when we said we are costco members and then again down to $2,400 when we kept declining. We declined but now i am wondering whether it makes sense to have it given all the buttons and computers in the car... I would appreciate any thoughts folks here may have. Thanks!

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