Why Buy a Warranty?

For most people, second to a house, a car is the second most expensive purchase they make. A warranty is the best way to protect that investment. Having a warranty means that you are insulated from unexpected, expensive repair costs. The warranty administrator will be paying them, rather than you.

The size of the vehicle repair industry testifies to a fact we all know intuitively: cars break down. Consumer Reports states that the average rate of problems is 55 for every 100 vehicles. Anyone who keeps a vehicle more than 3 years is likely to need the services of a repair facility at least once, but often more. 

Car repairs are costly. As vehicles become more complex, and with labor costs rising, repairs are becoming even more The average cost to repair an air conditioning system for example is $875. Repairs costs are expected to increase 35% over five years. That means that an $875 repair today will be  air conditioner repair today is going to cost about $1277 five years from now. Even one major repair can pay for a warranty, and most people can expect many more than only one repair.

MORE:

» Why Buy a Warranty?

» Average Repair Costs for Selected Component

» The Manufacturer's or Factory Warranty

» Types of Vehicle Warranties: The Basics

» Warranty Fundamentals

» About Product Warranties

» Important Point

» What Levels of Coverage Are There?

» Bumper to Bumper Coverage

» Stated Component Coverage

» Powertrain Coverage

» What Plans are my Vehicle Eligible for?

» What Terms are Available for Auto Warranties?

» Where Should I Buy an Extended Warranty?

» What Should I Expect to Pay?