Who has the Chrysler aftermarket warranty?
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Are you folks dealing with servicecontracts.chrysler.com directly? I purchased a Max Care, 4yr/50k mile warranty (which pushes my warranty to 2013 or 99K miles) in December '08 & the total cost was around $1700. I don't know if they've raised their prices or if you guys are going through a re-seller, but your prices seem high.
Personally I've never even seen a warranty that you can get under $2000 unless it's a basic 4 cylinder car.
I think you got a super steal -- probably something nobody else would be able to get again. Most companies will not underwrite a service-contract for an AMG. The ones that do usually charge $4000+ for a comprehensive coverage.
I originally had a plan by Prizm (a few dealers who had experiences with them said they were reputable) but I paid $4600 for 3 yrs, 45k additional miles. After I found the Chrysler, I cancelled it, for obvious reasons.
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There's a Michael Chase I believe. His price is about $200 cheaper for the same plan. However, you have to bring it into a dealership for a 25 point inspection and you have to bare the cost.
I went directly to Chrysler since they can start the coverage right over the phone without any inspection and hassle. You pay $200 more but save on the time and money (and risk) for not having to go to the dealership for an inspection.
I went directly to Chrysler since they can start the coverage right over the phone without any inspection and hassle. You pay $200 more but save on the time and money (and risk) for not having to go to the dealership for an inspection.
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OK if you're talking with him now, then maybe he's back, but shortly after I bought mine in November he went off the radar and his website seemed discontinued. He did a good job, don't worry. I would like to get his new number though
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Are you folks dealing with servicecontracts.chrysler.com directly? I purchased a Max Care, 4yr/50k mile warranty (which pushes my warranty to 2013 or 99K miles) in December '08 & the total cost was around $1700. I don't know if they've raised their prices or if you guys are going through a re-seller, but your prices seem high.
We all are using Chrysler service contracts directly. No middle man.
For example, should I have bought my warranty before 60k.. I would of saved $800.
If my car was 2 years newer, I would of saved about the same.
Btw. The new policies are unlimited miles with $100 deductible. Which makes a big difference.
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It's a great warranty! I have it on my 600, after the 1st 5 mo of ownership they covered $4500 in repairs! I love it $100 deductible 5yr 70k I wouldn't own a Merc w/out it.
I let my Warranty exp on past W220 Sclass & literally got mugged by stealer for the 2 yrs I kept it.....NEVER AGAIN!
I let my Warranty exp on past W220 Sclass & literally got mugged by stealer for the 2 yrs I kept it.....NEVER AGAIN!
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It's a great warranty! I have it on my 600, after the 1st 5 mo of ownership they covered $4500 in repairs! I love it $100 deductible 5yr 70k I wouldn't own a Merc w/out it.
I let my Warranty exp on past W220 Sclass & literally got mugged by stealer for the 2 yrs I kept it.....NEVER AGAIN!
I let my Warranty exp on past W220 Sclass & literally got mugged by stealer for the 2 yrs I kept it.....NEVER AGAIN!
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Call them back to check out the expiration date of your policy because as mentioned before, they usually start at the in-service date of the vehicle...but yours hopefully is different.
If they charging $675 a year, do you really think they could survive as a business when MB charges about that for one year of coverage?
If they charging $675 a year, do you really think they could survive as a business when MB charges about that for one year of coverage?
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BEWARE of cheap warranties. Thye only cover up to $50/hour labor AND have the right to use, junkyard parts.. YOU pay the difference PLUS your deductible.
I have the Daimler Max. Care warranty, and they are the best out there.. I was turned on to them, by this forum. (thank you). I only bought a 50,000 mile max. care, since my car is leased. Ran me about $1300...
7yr./100k will cost about double that, $2600-$2800 give or take.. I have no plans to buy out my car, the residual is not even close to what the car is worth..
I have the Daimler Max. Care warranty, and they are the best out there.. I was turned on to them, by this forum. (thank you). I only bought a 50,000 mile max. care, since my car is leased. Ran me about $1300...
7yr./100k will cost about double that, $2600-$2800 give or take.. I have no plans to buy out my car, the residual is not even close to what the car is worth..
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Call them back to check out the expiration date of your policy because as mentioned before, they usually start at the in-service date of the vehicle...but yours hopefully is different.
If they charging $675 a year, do you really think they could survive as a business when MB charges about that for one year of coverage?
If they charging $675 a year, do you really think they could survive as a business when MB charges about that for one year of coverage?
Yes, even at $675/year they will make money. They are not going to pay out a large amount of dough per policy. Thats why insurance companies try to write as many policies as they can. That way, all the losses from the policies they have to pay out are subsidized by the ones that they don't.
This is the 4th service agreement I've purchased for the cars I owned. Each time, I wrote out a check for about $3000 for each car. Did I ever need $3000 in repairs on each car? NOPE. I've lost out on each one. They've made every buck on me in the past.
But hey , it's insurance, its all about recoverying from the unexpected -- and having that peace of mind when you sleep at night.
So yeah, at $675/year.... yes, they're still making money.
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I just rechecked the language of the policy -- Like I said, coverage starts on the day your policy is purchased and the "years and the mileage" for this particulary agreement begins on the date of purchase.
Yes, even at $675/year they will make money. They are not going to pay out a large amount of dough per policy. Thats why insurance companies try to write as many policies as they can. That way, all the losses from the policies they have to pay out are subsidized by the ones that they don't.
This is the 4th service agreement I've purchased for the cars I owned. Each time, I wrote out a check for about $3000 for each car. Did I ever need $3000 in repairs on each car? NOPE. I've lost out on each one. They've made every buck on me in the past.
But hey , it's insurance, its all about recoverying from the unexpected -- and having that peace of mind when you sleep at night.
So yeah, at $675/year.... yes, they're still making money.
Yes, even at $675/year they will make money. They are not going to pay out a large amount of dough per policy. Thats why insurance companies try to write as many policies as they can. That way, all the losses from the policies they have to pay out are subsidized by the ones that they don't.
This is the 4th service agreement I've purchased for the cars I owned. Each time, I wrote out a check for about $3000 for each car. Did I ever need $3000 in repairs on each car? NOPE. I've lost out on each one. They've made every buck on me in the past.
But hey , it's insurance, its all about recoverying from the unexpected -- and having that peace of mind when you sleep at night.
So yeah, at $675/year.... yes, they're still making money.
I too thought the plan you mentioned starts from the original purchase date... if its ADDITIONAL 5 yr/70k AFTER the factory 5yr/50k warranty expired, then I'm in.
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For Pre-Owned Vehicles
For Pre-Owned Vehicle Chrysler Service Contracts, start and expiration dates are based solely on the purchase date and duration of the particular plan term you purchase.
For example: if you purchase a 2-year/30,000-mile CSC Pre-Owned Plan on July 28, 2008 for your 2003 Jeep® vehicle that currently has 50,000 miles on it; your coverage would extend until July 27, 2010 or 80,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
http://www.chrysler.com/en/service_contracts/
For Pre-Owned Vehicle Chrysler Service Contracts, start and expiration dates are based solely on the purchase date and duration of the particular plan term you purchase.
For example: if you purchase a 2-year/30,000-mile CSC Pre-Owned Plan on July 28, 2008 for your 2003 Jeep® vehicle that currently has 50,000 miles on it; your coverage would extend until July 27, 2010 or 80,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
http://www.chrysler.com/en/service_contracts/
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It doesn't get any better than that!
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well if you brought it in for a repair in lets say a month, and you have 68k miles, and you called and got it today with 59,918.. well that looks a bit fishy.. but technically if you called in a month with 61k i don;t think they would know.. but who knows? why take that chance for 1 months time or so, and get screwed all together or have to pay $800 so or more
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The purchase is quick over the phone. Only 5 minutes. And you only need $100 to start. Why keep waiting?
