Honda Care extended warranty vs regular 5yr/60000 powertrain warranty
#1
09-15-2013, 09:59 AM
Honda Care extended warranty vs regular 5yr/60000 powertrain warranty
Since the 5yr powertrain warranty covers the big stuff, is the extended warranty a worthwhile purchase at 20,000 miles?
#2
09-15-2013, 01:30 PM
It depends on the cost of the extended warranty.
No matter how much you pay, ask yourself if you're likely to have that much in repairs over the same interval. Will you need a major repair after the 5 year 60K power train warranty runs out costing more than the extended warranty? My answer to this question was no. I'm at 57K and have yet to prove this, but this is one of the reasons we bought Hondas: reliability.
Also, you have up until the 3yr 36K bumper to bumper factory warranty runs out to decide if you want to buy the Honda extended warranty, available through many Honda dealers online for much less than the asking price at the time of the car purchase. Don't buy it from the dealer when you buy the car, no matter what you decide.
No matter how much you pay, ask yourself if you're likely to have that much in repairs over the same interval. Will you need a major repair after the 5 year 60K power train warranty runs out costing more than the extended warranty? My answer to this question was no. I'm at 57K and have yet to prove this, but this is one of the reasons we bought Hondas: reliability.
Also, you have up until the 3yr 36K bumper to bumper factory warranty runs out to decide if you want to buy the Honda extended warranty, available through many Honda dealers online for much less than the asking price at the time of the car purchase. Don't buy it from the dealer when you buy the car, no matter what you decide.
#3
09-15-2013, 01:48 PM
Does the extended warranty begin at the purchase of the warranty, or the car? The warranties are 5yrs/80000, 100000, 120000; I'll probably reach 5 yrs before I even hit the 60,000 mile mark...maybe not... Anyway, are the extended warranties really best for the driver who will hit high mileage?
#4
09-15-2013, 03:55 PM
I got the 6 year 100k warranty. I KNOW for a fact I will hit 100k miles before the 6 year mark, but I do not know if it will happen betwwen 4 or 5 years.
I got it because that is right about when a lot of things will require checking out, servicing, adjusting, etc..
I got it because that is right about when a lot of things will require checking out, servicing, adjusting, etc..
#6
09-15-2013, 04:25 PM
Here's some fine print I found:
Your obligations for performing maintenance (at your cost):
III. YOUR OBLIGATIONS
A.
YOU must perform maintenance services, at the proper intervals, according to the requirements of YOUR Owner’s Manual, “Maintenance Minder” monitoring system, or as otherwise specified by AMERICAN HONDA. YOU must retain all maintenance records (the original receipts or invoices confirming all maintenance has been performed during the period YOU have owned or leased YOUR VEHICLE) as they may be requested from YOU. Failure to perform any maintenance service(s) may result in the denial of coverage if a MECHANICAL BREAKDOWN is caused by YOUR failure to properly maintain YOUR VEHICLE
A.
YOU must perform maintenance services, at the proper intervals, according to the requirements of YOUR Owner’s Manual, “Maintenance Minder” monitoring system, or as otherwise specified by AMERICAN HONDA. YOU must retain all maintenance records (the original receipts or invoices confirming all maintenance has been performed during the period YOU have owned or leased YOUR VEHICLE) as they may be requested from YOU. Failure to perform any maintenance service(s) may result in the denial of coverage if a MECHANICAL BREAKDOWN is caused by YOUR failure to properly maintain YOUR VEHICLE
What is not covered by Honda/Acura Care:
Parts other than genuine HONDA or AMERICAN HONDA authorized parts; wiper blades, battery (except for the nickel-metal hydride battery in hybrid vehicles); cables; belts; hoses; timing belt replacement when performed as routine maintenance: exhaust system, catalytic converter; brake system wear items such as drums/rotors, shoes/pads; clutch disc, pressure plate; throw out bearing, external shift linkages; glass, mirror glass, body parts; body structure, panels; bright metal; sheet metal; paint; bumpers; moldings; lenses; bulbs (except for dashboard bulbs); sealed beams; fuses; weather-strips (except for window run channels); outside ornamentation; wheel covers/ornaments; rims: studs; fastening/securing hardware; body seals; squeaks, rattles; buttons; carpet; dash pad; window handles; knobs; rearview mirror; trim; upholstery; electronic/audio accessories and cellular telephones other than AMERICAN HONDA AUTHORIZED ELECTRONIC/AUDIO ACCESSORIES; tires; seat belts; airbag(s), and the Safety Restraint System (except for the SRS control unit and cable reel.)
#7
09-15-2013, 04:32 PM
Are you serious? Of course a warranty does NOT provide servicing work.
You misunderstand me for your average car owner.
100k miles is a good mark for a lot for things to require attention, which is why if something broken or bad is found, it can still be attended to under warranty.
You misunderstand me for your average car owner.
100k miles is a good mark for a lot for things to require attention, which is why if something broken or bad is found, it can still be attended to under warranty.
#8
09-15-2013, 04:35 PM
That's years in operation, i.e. when it was purchased new, not the purchase of the warranty, and not added to the end of the existing warranty.
So buying an extended 6 year warranty for 100K gives you an extra year drive-train warranty, and an extra 40K (if you need it) over the standard 5 years 60Kmile factory drive train warranty. Plus it will cover other items like the A/C compressor, power steering, for that period, beyond the standard 36K 3year bumper to bumper warranty.
So buying an extended 6 year warranty for 100K gives you an extra year drive-train warranty, and an extra 40K (if you need it) over the standard 5 years 60Kmile factory drive train warranty. Plus it will cover other items like the A/C compressor, power steering, for that period, beyond the standard 36K 3year bumper to bumper warranty.
#9
09-15-2013, 04:46 PM
Are you serious? Of course a warranty does NOT provide servicing work.
You misunderstand me for your average car owner.
100k miles is a good mark for a lot for things to require attention, which is why if something broken or bad is found, it can still be attended to under warranty.
You misunderstand me for your average car owner.
100k miles is a good mark for a lot for things to require attention, which is why if something broken or bad is found, it can still be attended to under warranty.
Personally I've found cars to be pretty trouble free until 130-150K after which they'll start to need CV joints, shocks, radiators, and expensive components like ABS accumulators (Honda), ignition switches, alternators, starters (Toyota) etc. At least on the Honda's and Toyotas I've owned over the past 10 years. Less than that, the only thing I've had to do (besides maintenance) is $250 worth of A/C work, and that was on the Fit this summer (high pressure sensor, clutch relay).
The spendy things around 100K on our fits are valve adjustment, and spark plugs (unless you do these yourself) and those are maintenance.
What do you anticipate having to do around 100K?
#10
09-15-2013, 05:19 PM
That's years in operation, i.e. when it was purchased new, not the purchase of the warranty, and not added to the end of the existing warranty.
So buying an extended 6 year warranty for 100K gives you an extra year drive-train warranty, and an extra 40K (if you need it) over the standard 5 years 60Kmile factory drive train warranty. Plus it will cover other items like the A/C compressor, power steering, for that period, beyond the standard 36K 3year bumper to bumper warranty.
So buying an extended 6 year warranty for 100K gives you an extra year drive-train warranty, and an extra 40K (if you need it) over the standard 5 years 60Kmile factory drive train warranty. Plus it will cover other items like the A/C compressor, power steering, for that period, beyond the standard 36K 3year bumper to bumper warranty.
#12
09-15-2013, 07:52 PM
So if I were to buy a 60/100000 contract, the five years would start at the end of the original 3 yr warranty, even if I buy the contract at the 2-year mark? That's how it looks to me....
#13
09-15-2013, 08:46 PM
All "F" and "G" plans start at contract purchase date(Vehicles over 6,000 miles).
Why don't you get a quote from Saccuci and tell us?
Edit, here it is:
Coverage for a pre-owned plan(vehicles over 6,000 miles) begins on the service contract purchase date, and at the mileage on the odometer on that date.
Last edited by Steve244; 09-15-2013 at 09:00 PM.
#14
09-15-2013, 08:58 PM
"Coverage for a new auto begins when the vehicle is originally put into service and at zero miles. Coverage for a pre-owned plan(vehicles over 6,000 miles) begins on the service contract purchase date, and at the mileage on the odometer on that date." Per Saccucci.
A car with 20000 miles at time of purchase would be covered to 140,000 miles?!! I'm thinking this warranty might be a good idea!
A car with 20000 miles at time of purchase would be covered to 140,000 miles?!! I'm thinking this warranty might be a good idea!
#15
09-15-2013, 09:01 PM
"Coverage for a new auto begins when the vehicle is originally put into service and at zero miles. Coverage for a pre-owned plan(vehicles over 6,000 miles) begins on the service contract purchase date, and at the mileage on the odometer on that date." Per Saccucci.
A car with 20000 miles at time of purchase would be covered to 140,000 miles?!! I'm thinking this warranty might be a good idea!
A car with 20000 miles at time of purchase would be covered to 140,000 miles?!! I'm thinking this warranty might be a good idea!
get a quote. The price will determine whether it's a good deal.
#16
09-16-2013, 12:17 PM
Now I have the facts: If I were to buy a 60/120000 today, it would be good until 5 years from today, or when the odo hits 120000. Years from date of purchase, miles from zero. Makes sense to wait until just <36000, even with mileage surcharge.
#18
09-16-2013, 03:39 PM
Not sure at Saccucci, but at Hyannis Honda, there is a $50 charge for each 12,000 miles. I think Saccucci is the same, because they said I'd have a $100 surcharge since I'm at 18,000 miles.
#19
09-16-2013, 10:29 PM
I am not a big fan of extended warrantees for Hondas. Every Honda I have owned, since 1981, has given me reliable and trouble free service. Honda is very good about covering things under an extension to the new car warrantee when they have a manufacturing defect. On my 2000 Accord Coupe they replaced the transmission at 93,000 mies under an extension of seven years and 100,000 miles.
Some of the repairs I paid for include a water pump on the 81 Accord after 125,000 miles.
The main relay in my 2000 Accord at 60,000 miles, $300. The alternator failed on the 2000 Accord at 40,000 miles, $300. I can't remember any other repairs that were significant on any of the previous cars. Of course, I change the oil regularly at the dealer and they inspect the car and recommend maintenance on the car and keep the car's service records.
Some of the repairs I paid for include a water pump on the 81 Accord after 125,000 miles.
The main relay in my 2000 Accord at 60,000 miles, $300. The alternator failed on the 2000 Accord at 40,000 miles, $300. I can't remember any other repairs that were significant on any of the previous cars. Of course, I change the oil regularly at the dealer and they inspect the car and recommend maintenance on the car and keep the car's service records.
#20
09-16-2013, 10:34 PM
I am not a big fan of extended warrantees for Hondas. Every Honda I have owned, since 1981, has given me reliable and trouble free service. Honda is very good about covering things under an extension to the new car warrantee when they have a manufacturing defect. On my 2000 Accord Coupe they replaced the transmission at 93,000 mies under an extension of seven years and 100,000 miles.
Some of the repairs I paid for include a water pump on the 81 Accord after 125,000 miles.
The main relay in my 2000 Accord at 60,000 miles, $300. The alternator failed on the 2000 Accord at 40,000 miles, $300. I can't remember any other repairs that were significant on any of the previous cars. Of course, I change the oil regularly at the dealer and they inspect the car and recommend maintenance on the car and keep the car's service records.
Some of the repairs I paid for include a water pump on the 81 Accord after 125,000 miles.
The main relay in my 2000 Accord at 60,000 miles, $300. The alternator failed on the 2000 Accord at 40,000 miles, $300. I can't remember any other repairs that were significant on any of the previous cars. Of course, I change the oil regularly at the dealer and they inspect the car and recommend maintenance on the car and keep the car's service records.