With newer, better and more technologically advanced vehicles in the market today, auto repair costs continually rise. For example, if a previously-owned car that you bought three years ago suddenly breaks down and it requires an engine replacement, you would need to shell out as much as $3000 if the manufacturer’s warranty has already expired and you do not have an extended warranty. Repairs for a fuel pump or water pump would cost, on the average, $500. If you are short on cash and you decide to delay the much-needed repairs, your car’s condition might even get worse. These are the reasons why it is a must for you to ensure that you are protected from the rising auto repair costs. You never know when your car will break down so it will give you absolute peace of mind knowing that you have ample coverage for future repair costs.
One of the ways to ensure that you are protected against rising auto repair costs is to get an extended warranty. Take a look at some of the important reasons why you need to invest in an extended warranty for your vehicle.
Extended warranties serve as your financial security blanket for future auto repair costs.
Having an extended warranty increases the resale value of the vehicle if you decide to sell it in the years to come.
An extended warranty offers benefits such as Free Roadside assistance, rental car allowance, towing and trip interuption.
Whether you have purchased a brand new or previously owned vehicle, getting an extended warranty serves two purposes: First, it will ensure that there is a minimal impact to your finances if there is a need for major repairs in the future. Second, it will serve as a protection for your investment and mental state.
Remember, the more that you drive your vehicle, the more that it becomes subject to failure. Purchasing an extended warranty can save you both financially and mentally. Knowing that you are covered from the rising auto repair costs will give you absolute peace of mind while driving down the road – and it will serve not just as a protection for your vehicle, but for your finances as well.
Charles Butler
MCS
If a dealer offers varying terms, then they are subject to determining a Risk Based Pricing document. The varying terms exclusion is intended for lenders who only offer 1 rate to all consumers. So let’s say I only offer 19% to all customers then I don’t have to issue a notice. To be able to determine “less than favorable terms on the fly at a dealership customer by customer would be difficult, which is why I recommending the credit score disclosure exception notice to all credit report based customers. Another note is that the dealers are technically required to issue either a Risk Based Pricing Notice or Credit Score Disclosure Exception Notice prior to contractual agreement. So, dealers do not need to worry about having a sales person etc. deliver it to the customer. My guess is that it will be another form added to the F&I process along with other basic privacy notices, arbitration, etc before actually contracting the customer.