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Honda Accord Hybrid: Extd. Warrantee/Paint & fabric protection
Hello!
Thank you to all who responded to my previous post months ago...your responses were helpful! I am planning on getting the new Honda Accord Hybrid soon. I would like to get your perspective on whether or not to pay for 1) the Extended Warrantee (7 years/100,000 miles) and 2) Paint/Fabric protection ("Finishing Touch") for the Accord Hybrid. I've been told that the extended warrantee runs about $1900 and the paint/fabric protection runs $695. I looked at the overview of what is covered in the Extended Warrantee. It says that the following are covered, but also says the actual contract coverages can vary-- that this is just an overview: 1) Drivetrain (Engine, transmission, fuel injection system, and axles) 2) Electronics (Computers, electronic components, electrical system) 3) Chassis (Suspension, steering, and brake system) 4) Heating /Cooling (Air conditioning, heating system, cooling system) 5) Genuine Honda Accessories (Audio, cellular phone, navigational and security systems). It says about what is excluded: "Exclusions include but are not limited to body parts, tires, maintenance items, glass, upholstery, trim, carpeting, and ornamentation". I realize that these financial decisions are individual and people vary on them. But given your experience, and given that the Accord Hybrid is brand new, what factors would you suggest I consider in making these decisions? Would you be inclined to get the extended warrantee and fabric/paint protection? Any imput would be appreciated! sincerely, Craig |
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$1900 seems expensive for an extended warranty coverage. I paid $695
(Canadian) for 6 years/100,000 miles coverage on my 98' Civic. Honda's Hybrid system should be as reliable as their engines. If not, 'Their taking one step forward and two steps backwards'. Obtaining a reputation of above average reliability is not easy to achieve in today's highly competitive market. Granted, the Hybrid system on the Insight seems to be holding up well (As per Insight forum on edmunds.com). In 3 situations in the past, I've purchased extended warranty and never had the opportunity to use it (which is a good thing), but the $$$ I could have saved... Pars > wrote in message oups.com... > Hello! > > Thank you to all who responded to my previous post months ago...your > responses were helpful! I am planning on getting the new Honda Accord > Hybrid soon. I would like to get your perspective on whether or not to > pay for 1) the Extended Warrantee (7 years/100,000 miles) and 2) > Paint/Fabric protection ("Finishing Touch") for the Accord Hybrid. > > I've been told that the extended warrantee runs about $1900 and the > paint/fabric protection runs $695. I looked at the overview of what is > covered in the Extended Warrantee. It says that the following are > covered, but also says the actual contract coverages can vary-- that > this is just an overview: 1) Drivetrain (Engine, transmission, fuel > injection system, and axles) 2) Electronics (Computers, electronic > components, electrical system) 3) Chassis (Suspension, steering, and > brake system) 4) Heating /Cooling (Air conditioning, heating system, > cooling system) 5) Genuine Honda Accessories (Audio, cellular phone, > navigational and security systems). > > It says about what is excluded: "Exclusions include but are not limited > to body parts, tires, maintenance items, glass, upholstery, trim, > carpeting, and ornamentation". > > I realize that these financial decisions are individual and people vary > on them. But given your experience, and given that the Accord Hybrid is > brand new, what factors would you suggest I consider in making these > decisions? Would you be inclined to get the extended warrantee and > fabric/paint protection? Any imput would be appreciated! > sincerely, > Craig > |
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Dear Pars:
You make some very good points...thanks much! warmly, Craig |
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> > wrote in message
>> I've been told that the extended warrantee runs about $1900 and the >> paint/fabric protection runs $695. I looked at the overview of what is >> covered in the Extended Warrantee. It says that the following are If you buy a Honda Civic Hybrid that is AT-PZEV emissions rated, many of the components are covered for 10/150,000. My Escape Hybrid includes the CVT transmission as one of the "Hybrid Unique" components that are covered for 150,000 miles. There was pretty much no need for an extended warranty. On the other hand, I think the HondaCare warranty is refunded if you don't use it, so that makes it a little more attractive. I bought it with my Civic. I used the "Costco" purchase price, which was a big chunk of bucks off the list price for the warranty. Worth a $40 Costco membership. I also bought the $500 Diamond Plate, or whatever that was called, but the dealer does a free detailing and reapplication once a year. -- --- Clarence A Dold - Hidden Valley (Lake County) CA USA 38.8-122.5 |
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