AdrockTT

Well, I'm sure many have heard the bad news that Chrystler easy care will not be offering coverage on MB cars (including the used SL55 AMG, SL600, or SL65 AMG I am now in the market for)

Does anyone have any "next best" suggestions as an alternative? Any major companies to avoid?

About what is the expected cost/terms to expect for a 2005-2006 year SL with mid 30-50k ranges for mileage?

Thank you all in advance for your help!

Adrock

Philly Single

Welcome

I have these guys: http://www.fidelitywarrantyservices.com/

There's alot of mixed reviews & feelings about them. However, I used them for the first time a few weeks ago to replace my IC pump. The inspector came to the shop and signed off on it with out even flinching.

It was on the car when I bought it, might be worth a shot.

Jay

Marcus Frost

Jesus, what is this supraforums or something?

Fidelity and Easycare seem to be popular. I have MB Extended care on my 65... which might be for sale

Seriously though Adam, hit me up on AIM. I will help you out. I've been around these cars for a while.

-m

FLSL55

Thank god I have a Chrysler warranty! Its the best HANDS down. It's just like the original bumper to bumper warranty. They cover everything with no questions.

I would look for a used SL WITH a Chrysler warranty and hope they start to re-write policy's before it's up.

Eskimo

I called Fidelity last night and they would not write an SL55, its an 07 still under fact warranty and only 8000 miles, I guess the next step is a Mercedes ext warranty, that is going to cost.

azbenzguy

Could someone on the forum make up a poll (I don't have the computer ability to do it) that asks
Model/year of car
Do you have a warranty? YES - NO
If yes, number and cost of claims
If no, number of problems and cost of repairs
add any other info you deem important.

azbenzguy

Just got a warranty price from my local Benz dealer. A 5 year/60K warranty is $11098. HOLY SCHNIKEES!!!!

Benz-O-Rama

I have Fidelity on my 2005 SL600. I've made a couple of claims and have never been denied or gotten any hassle from them.

AdrockTT

per Eskimo above, Fidelity is no longer offering coverage on the SLs either...This is getting to be seriously bad news quick.

The price of the MB extended warranty is nuts!!

Benz-O-Rama

Did you call yourself, or just taking his word for it?

Sunir

WTF!!! isn't that a Kia right there? Wow I wouldn't even buy an SL without warranty but the MB one is nuts!

Eskimo

Chrysler will write the contract still, just not Michael Case's group, the Chrysler Service contract is not nearly as good a price and 5 years at max past factory. I'm still looking for the right plan.

kenpho10

call this guy michael noyes, he also works with Mercedes Chrysler Warranty. just got my 05' cl55 extend today for 5 year. his cell # 1(978)879-5327, direct # 1(978)216-0032 leave a message he'll call you right back. also tell him kenny give you the number, maybe he'll give you a discount.

AdrockTT

^If you don't mind, how much was the policy?

kenpho10

5year/70,000 after my factory warranty runs out at year end. POWERTRAIN AND the BUMPER TO BUMPER , warranty will provide complete protection for an additional 70,000 miles on virtually ALL components and every major mechanical and electrical system. paid $5100.

R04

Supraforums member checking in. Adam, I just called a Chrysler dealership today and was quoted $3,800 for the Platinum coverage. I dont want to publicly say which dealer it was but PM me on Supraforums if you'd like.

FLSL55

That is weird....I heard Chrysler wasn't covering MB's at all.

Make 100% sure they are quoting you a CHRYSLER warranty. They love the bait and switch.


Here is an email from Michael.

"Hi,

I'm sorry but that is not an option - we can no longer sell Chrysler contracts to Florida residents (Florida State Laws).

Regards,

Michael Case
Harold Zeigler Automotive Group"

AdrockTT

I will PM you privately on SF.com when I find the dream! Thanks for stopping in as well. Good luck with your CLS search!

R04

Funny, Im in Florida and the dealer I called is in Florida. I asked him SEVERAL times if hes absolutely SURE that his quote was valid and he said yes. I'll call again tomorrow to make sure that this is indeed a Chrysler warranty.

azbenzguy

When I called phone numbers given, I get the message "Thank you for calling GM factory warranty....". Looks like it's GM not Chrysler.

FLSL55

http://www.chryslerwarrantys.com/maximum_care.cfm

Havoc

I purchased a Chrysler Service Contract with Maximum Care 7yr/100K mile coverage for $3,200 for my 2006 SLK 55 AMG from Michael Case with the Harold Zeigler Automotive Group in February 2010. The valve body on my transmission failed a month ago and Flecher Jones Mercedes replaced my transmission within 3 days no questions asked. Now that's awesome service with an outstanding warranty!

KA8

I contacted Chrysler and he said no more contract for MB's for 60 days. I guess it'll be a temporary thing. They'll probably adjust their premiums.

LOVEMYBS

Because I'm buying a Chrysler warranty for my wife's BMW I've been talking at length with Michael Case. According to Michael, Chrysler temporarily suspended their MB coverage after a large surge of claims were filed very soon after the warranty was purchased. It seems these claims came from owners who had their cars inspected and approved by MB, purchased the warranty, and then immediately filed expensive claims. Chrysler is reviewing the data to see if this was an anomaly or an emerging pattern of abuse. Anyway, he expects a decision within a few weeks.

AdrockTT

^Thank you for the helpful post. Now I just need to look more carefully into Fidelity.