Extended warranty help
07-10-2024, 09:57 PM
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2017 S 63 Coupe
Extended warranty help
Extended warranty advice - 2017 AMG S 63 Coupe
Hi All,
I just purchased a 2017 S 63 S.
I know I want and need an extended warranty. So far I have number and quotes from Route 66 and Select Auto Protect.
The Mercedes dealership gave a very strong and compelling pitch as to why to avoid those companies and go with what they can provide.
The argument was that I will get screwed over loopholes with a stated policy vs an exclusionary policy.
The warranty provider he is offering is Alpha. For 48 month and unlimited milage it is $8975 or 4 years or 24,000 miles for $5968. The latter was suggested as an option due to the fact the wife and I both WFH. I drive into the office occasionally, so put on very little milage(\~5K?) a year.
The dealer was also pushing for wheel and tire policy and also windshield. I don't remember the numbers on those policies and while they may be wise I am not made of money. I think the wheel and tire policy was about 3.2-4K.
I do fully understand I need a warranty and just want to get the best coverage for the least cost.
Do you guys think I should go with what the dealer is offering or are there other exclusionary policy providers that will cover an AMG I should look into? Also, what are the best community web sites I should join?
Appreciate any guidance!! I look forward to getting to know this beast!
Hi All,
I just purchased a 2017 S 63 S.
I know I want and need an extended warranty. So far I have number and quotes from Route 66 and Select Auto Protect.
The Mercedes dealership gave a very strong and compelling pitch as to why to avoid those companies and go with what they can provide.
The argument was that I will get screwed over loopholes with a stated policy vs an exclusionary policy.
The warranty provider he is offering is Alpha. For 48 month and unlimited milage it is $8975 or 4 years or 24,000 miles for $5968. The latter was suggested as an option due to the fact the wife and I both WFH. I drive into the office occasionally, so put on very little milage(\~5K?) a year.
The dealer was also pushing for wheel and tire policy and also windshield. I don't remember the numbers on those policies and while they may be wise I am not made of money. I think the wheel and tire policy was about 3.2-4K.
I do fully understand I need a warranty and just want to get the best coverage for the least cost.
Do you guys think I should go with what the dealer is offering or are there other exclusionary policy providers that will cover an AMG I should look into? Also, what are the best community web sites I should join?
Appreciate any guidance!! I look forward to getting to know this beast!
07-13-2024, 11:46 AM
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I personally have never had an extended warranty on any car I've ever owned. I'm 82. I've self insured all these years and have never had a problem or major expense where I would have needed it. I am a DIY'er though. I believe the secret is to keep people (techs, etc.,) away from your car and forget all the suggested services offered by dealers. Just change the oil & filter, etc, as OEM suggested. Just my 2 cents.
07-14-2024, 04:32 PM
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I have 3 MB's and all are under warranty/maintenance contracts with Mercedes-Benz of Louisville.
The POC is: Jeff Jackson
e-mail: jjackson@mblouisville.com
He sells only MB contracts which are recognized at any and all MB dealerships.
I have never been able to beat Jeff's prices.
I am well pleased with his service.
Ron
I have 3 MB's and all are under warranty/maintenance contracts with Mercedes-Benz of Louisville.
The POC is: Jeff Jackson
e-mail: jjackson@mblouisville.com
He sells only MB contracts which are recognized at any and all MB dealerships.
I have never been able to beat Jeff's prices.
I am well pleased with his service.
Ron
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