# \#warranties

**URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/warranties/3582.md

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## [Ford 2016 diesel F250 warranty](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-2016-diesel-f250-warranty/171300)

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**Author:** [@mikegordon1969\_171627](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mikegordon1969_171627)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [October 17, 2020, 8:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-2016-diesel-f250-warranty/171300 "2020-10-17T20:21:59Z")

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I have a 2016 Ford F250 diesel that I use for my lawn maintenance business. It is still under warranty but I was wondering if using it for business voids the drivetrain warranty.

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## [Extended Warranty: worth it or a rip-off?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extended-warranty-worth-it-or-a-rip-off/92225)

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**Author:** [@JBofEastTN](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JBofEastTN)\
**Replies:** 103\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2020, 7:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extended-warranty-worth-it-or-a-rip-off/92225 "2020-03-12T07:20:58Z")

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Just want to clarify: This extended warranty was offered by (or I guess sold through) the finance guy at the Honda dealership. I just recently bought a new 2016 Honda Fit and the dealership talked me in to purchasing …

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## [Can a SPIDER really cost you $1,440?!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-spider-really-cost-you-1-440/157458)

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**Author:** [@lindseyarotin\_162667](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lindseyarotin_162667)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [January 31, 2020, 12:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-spider-really-cost-you-1-440/157458 "2020-01-31T00:07:01Z")

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Hey there! I have a 2017 Toyota Corolla iM with 20,000 miles, still under warranty but the 2 year Toyota Care just expired 4 months ago. Recently I took the car to the dealership when the dash indicated there was a col…

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## [AUL Extended warranties](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aul-extended-warranties/59481)

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**Author:** [@g13000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/g13000)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [January 26, 2020, 6:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aul-extended-warranties/59481 "2020-01-26T18:36:27Z")

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I am about to buy a Honda Odyssey from an independent dealer. He is offering me an AUL extended warranty for 3 years 50k... I have found some complaints about this company (AUL) but is that just the vocal minority? Any m…

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## [Alternator breakdown due to gasket failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-breakdown-due-to-gasket-failure/61664)

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**Author:** [@hardenfit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hardenfit)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 1:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-breakdown-due-to-gasket-failure/61664 "2019-01-20T01:19:32Z")

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My 2007 hyundai veracruz broke down 2 days ago--the 2 month old battery was dead due to the alternator failure. The shop diagnosed the origin of the problem as a leak at the valve cover gasket, which ruined the alternat…

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## [Extended Insurance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extended-insurance/66350)

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**Author:** [@SunnyAl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SunnyAl)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2018, 8:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extended-insurance/66350 "2018-05-31T20:13:59Z")

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Dear Readers, I am thinking of going with Warranty Direct for extended warranty insurance for my 2011 BMW 535i. All opinions are welcomed! Thanks!

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## [Can you use regular gas in 2007 Lexus RX 350?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-use-regular-gas-in-2007-lexus-rx-350/44300)

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**Author:** [@cthorne](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cthorne)\
**Replies:** 33\
**Last updated:** [November 26, 2017, 12:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-use-regular-gas-in-2007-lexus-rx-350/44300 "2017-11-26T00:13:19Z")

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I have just purchased a Lexus Certified Pre-Owned 2007 RX 350. The manual warns that if you use fuel with an octane rating of 91 it could cause serious damage to the engine. We have a Lexus ES 300 that we have run on re…

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## [Cancel extended warranty on CPO mazda 6?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cancel-extended-warranty-on-cpo-mazda-6/92546)

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**Author:** [@Adcat2300](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adcat2300)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2016, 5:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cancel-extended-warranty-on-cpo-mazda-6/92546 "2016-02-18T05:05:39Z")

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Hey Guys, I just purchased my first car (CPO 2014 Mazda 6 GT) with 41,000 miles. I extensively researched the whole process (negotiation, financing, 4 square, etc) however I was not prepared to deal with extended warran…

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## [2013 Kia Rio (5) Engine being Replaced](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-kia-rio-5-engine-being-replaced/90614)

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**Author:** [@Mermaid.Hair](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mermaid.Hair)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [July 16, 2015, 4:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-kia-rio-5-engine-being-replaced/90614 "2015-07-16T04:16:30Z")

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Hey Y'all! I have a 2013 Kia Rio I bought brand new back in December of 2012, I drive A LOT and do a lot of road trips so I've already racked up just a tad over 72,000 miles on this little car. I have been very good abou…

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## [Reverse won't work after transmission rebuild](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reverse-wont-work-after-transmission-rebuild/86715)

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**Author:** [@kclark925](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kclark925)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [August 20, 2014, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reverse-wont-work-after-transmission-rebuild/86715 "2014-08-20T21:58:01Z")

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I have been having transmission problems in my 2005 Ford Escape due to my torque converter coming apart so I took it to a local transmission shop for a rebuild. After 2 days it was ready and I took it home today. I put i…

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## [How long is the dealer allowed to keep my car for repairs?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-is-the-dealer-allowed-to-keep-my-car-for-repairs/86031)

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**Author:** [@Wisconsin\_Guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wisconsin_Guy)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 16, 2014, 3:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-is-the-dealer-allowed-to-keep-my-car-for-repairs/86031 "2014-07-16T03:21:18Z")

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I purchased a used Prius - still under warranty - and had it for 7 weeks before it died. The car is under warranty so the repairs are being performed free of charge, however, as of this writing it has been in the shop fo…

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## [Should I have bought extended warranties on a 2014 Acura MDX?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-have-bought-extended-warranties-on-a-2014-acura-mdx/83652)

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**Author:** [@rbenavides01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rbenavides01)\
**Replies:** 31\
**Last updated:** [April 26, 2014, 5:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-have-bought-extended-warranties-on-a-2014-acura-mdx/83652 "2014-04-26T05:19:24Z")

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I just bought a 2014 Acura MDX and bought extended warranties. What is the general feelings on buying extended warranties? I believe that the 2014 MDX is a new model so it might be good to have??? I bought the gap ins…

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## [Camshaft Adjuster Sole-what?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camshaft-adjuster-sole-what/81917)

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**Author:** [@Melizza](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Melizza)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [October 30, 2013, 6:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camshaft-adjuster-sole-what/81917 "2013-10-30T06:32:16Z")

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So I've been informed that I need to replace the camshaft adjuster solenoid (whatever THAT is) on my 2004 VW Passat wagon. Cost is $1,318; however I do have a drivetrain warranty (for another 6 months). My questions is,…

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## [Worth keeping the Toyota Extra Care?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/worth-keeping-the-toyota-extra-care/81152)

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**Author:** [@Johnnyboston](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Johnnyboston)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [September 1, 2013, 4:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/worth-keeping-the-toyota-extra-care/81152 "2013-09-01T16:21:16Z")

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I recently bought an 04' Civic from a Toyota dealership. The car seems to be in good shape and only has 71k miles, but I bought an extended warranty to be safe. The warranty covers "bumper to bumper," and costs $1800 f…

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## [Q about Road Hazard Warranty at Tire Discounters](https://community.cartalk.com/t/q-about-road-hazard-warranty-at-tire-discounters/80324)

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**Author:** [@Accordion](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Accordion)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [July 23, 2013, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/q-about-road-hazard-warranty-at-tire-discounters/80324 "2013-07-23T22:48:15Z")

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Today I patronized this place and got 4 nice Michelin Defenders installed on my Accord at $150 a pop. When given the sales pitch on their Road Hazard Warranty for an extra $15 per wheel, I declined just like I do everyt…

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## [2010 Honda Insight airbag](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-insight-airbag/79359)

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**Author:** [@Dwoj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dwoj)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 17, 2013, 5:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-insight-airbag/79359 "2013-05-17T17:59:38Z")

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I have a 2010 insight bought new with only 16,000 miles on it. I took it in for state inspection and they told me that the airbag mechanism is faulty and will need to be replaced. For $1300. The 3 year warranty expired f…

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## [VW Touareg 2 Extended Warranty](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-touareg-2-extended-warranty/72095)

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**Author:** [@peterrsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/peterrsmith)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 26, 2012, 3:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-touareg-2-extended-warranty/72095 "2012-04-26T03:57:50Z")

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I am purchasing a new 2012 VW Diesel Touareg. Not a particularly cheap ride. The dealer offers an extremely comprehensive (Gold Plus in VW nomenclature) wrap around warranty taking the base 3yr/36mi warranty to 5/100. My…

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## [How to boost new car horsepower &amp; responsiveness, performance?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-boost-new-car-horsepower-amp-responsiveness-performance/71701)

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**Author:** [@Lette](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lette)\
**Replies:** 25\
**Last updated:** [April 5, 2012, 6:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-boost-new-car-horsepower-amp-responsiveness-performance/71701 "2012-04-05T06:59:13Z")

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My general question: Is it possible to boost the horsepower and responsiveness of a new car WITHOUT voiding the warranty? More specifically, I'm interested in the possibilities for my own car. It's not a "sports" car--…

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## [Tire & Wheel Service Contracts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-wheel-service-contracts/66941)

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**Author:** [@SunnyAl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SunnyAl)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2011, 9:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-wheel-service-contracts/66941 "2011-08-10T21:33:08Z")

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Dear Readers, Do any of you have any experience with these contracts from InTire and First Automotive? The replacement cost for one Michelin Primacy HP XP is $475 per tire (front) and $447 per tire (rear). InTire cov…

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## [Wheel Bearing Warranty](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-bearing-warranty/66848)

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**Author:** [@07PTCruiser](https://community.cartalk.com/u/07PTCruiser)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 3:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-bearing-warranty/66848 "2011-08-06T15:07:30Z")

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I have a 2007 PT Cruiser. The car had a humming noise above 40 MPH. The dealer said it was a bad wheel bearing but not to worry because it should be covered under the lifetime powertrain warranty. He called back a lit…

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## [Rim and Tire Plan for BMW](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rim-and-tire-plan-for-bmw/66095)

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**Author:** [@SunnyAl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SunnyAl)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2011, 2:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rim-and-tire-plan-for-bmw/66095 "2011-07-10T02:52:45Z")

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I understand from the dealer that BMW is offering for $1200 a 5 year unlimited miles assurance plan that if anything happens to the tires or rims that they are replaced for free. Has anyone has experience with this plan…

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## [Need fatherly advice on purchasing a warranty!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-fatherly-advice-on-purchasing-a-warranty/64958)

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**Author:** [@indeedoe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/indeedoe)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [May 26, 2011, 1:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-fatherly-advice-on-purchasing-a-warranty/64958 "2011-05-26T13:02:44Z")

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I purchased a 1-owner 2004 Prius with 53,000 miles in MD in march 2011. I know the powertrain warranty on the prius is 5y/60k miles. Which means, the warranty on this baby ran out in 2009. The hybrid warranty is 10y/135k…

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## [What happens to my warranty if Saab goes under?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-happens-to-my-warranty-if-saab-goes-under/64125)

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**Author:** [@steveng](https://community.cartalk.com/u/steveng)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2011, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-happens-to-my-warranty-if-saab-goes-under/64125 "2011-04-28T13:22:20Z")

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I bought a 2010 Saab 9-3 last September. I got a great deal on the car at the time and I thought when they were bought by new owners they were going to be ok. Now I've been reading that the parts are in short supply. …

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## [2009 Nissan Cube will not start plus warranty problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-cube-will-not-start-plus-warranty-problems/50720)

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**Author:** [@EmKay1210](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EmKay1210)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 23, 2011, 5:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-cube-will-not-start-plus-warranty-problems/50720 "2011-04-23T05:33:37Z")

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I have a 2009 Nissan Cube that was perfect until Saturday morning when it would not start. The intellikey unlocked the doors, I had interior lights and headlights, but when I put my foot on the brake and pressed the star…

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## [Extended Warranty for Camry Hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extended-warranty-for-camry-hybrid/63525)

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**Author:** [@Cfeuille](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cfeuille)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2011, 2:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extended-warranty-for-camry-hybrid/63525 "2011-04-11T14:17:16Z")

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I am seriously considering buying an extended warranty from my local Toyota dealer for my 2007 Camry Hybrid car. I first want to get third-party, objective perspective on this. There isn't any history of hybrid cars ne…

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## [2011 Subaru Warranty](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-warranty/63511)

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**Author:** [@schumacher\_dave](https://community.cartalk.com/u/schumacher_dave)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 9, 2011, 4:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-warranty/63511 "2011-04-09T16:55:31Z")

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I recently bought a 2011 Certified Used Subaru with 3900 miles from the local Subaru dealer. When I purchased it, the business manager informed me that warranties have changed recently, they are no longer bumper-to-bump…

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## [Honda Civic 1997 CEL light--extended warranty about to run out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-1997-cel-light-extended-warranty-about-to-run-out/62656)

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**Author:** [@Bob0046](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bob0046)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [March 16, 2011, 10:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-1997-cel-light-extended-warranty-about-to-run-out/62656 "2011-03-16T22:33:54Z")

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There's been a CEL history on this car, but I thought it was all fixed. Here's the bottom line: I took the car to a Honday dealer for the free service allowed by the extended warranty. What finally turned off t…

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## [Extended warranty](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extended-warranty/62646)

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**Author:** [@DawnaLynn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DawnaLynn)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [March 16, 2011, 2:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extended-warranty/62646 "2011-03-16T14:55:01Z")

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I have a 2008 Buick Enclave with 37,000 miles on it. It's in good condition, I'm top speed on keeping up with maintenance. Should I buy an extended warranty if I keep this vehicle? The factory warranty expires in July, …

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## [Rebuilt title and warranty](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rebuilt-title-and-warranty/60477)

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**Author:** [@wayneelowe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wayneelowe)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2011, 4:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rebuilt-title-and-warranty/60477 "2011-01-29T04:31:24Z")

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I found a hail damaged 2010 Mazda cX9 with a rebuilt title at a great price, but Mazda will not honor the factory warranty due to the title change. It has less than 50 miles and was never sold. Should I buy the car witho…

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## [Dealership problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealership-problems/60154)

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**Author:** [@drl21086](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drl21086)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [January 19, 2011, 7:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealership-problems/60154 "2011-01-19T19:51:30Z")

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I received a call from my local Toyota dealer informing me that the service they were doing on my car would be unwarrantable. I took my car in because it was performing a jerking motion and didn't accelerate past 45 mph.…

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