More often than not when you visit a car dealership to buy a used car you are also offered a used car warranty. If you are wondering what aused car warrantyis and whether you need one for your pre-owned vehicle, we attempt to simplify all the nuances of the used car warranties sphere below.
What is a used car warranty?
A car warranty safeguards a car owner against factory defects or mechanical failures. New vehicles receive their warranties from the manufacturer and the cost of the warranty is included in the price you pay for the car. New vehicle owners generally drive their vehicles until the manufacturer’s warranty expires and then either sell or trade the cars for new models. Hence, used car dealerships usually have many used cars without warranties for sale. Buying such cars will mean that the owner will have to pay out of his/her pocket for any repairs or maintenance work that has to be performed on the vehicle. This is where the concept of a used car warranty comes in. It is intended to relieve the stress experienced by used car owners when financing their car repairs.Used car warrantiescover the car’s mechanical components such as the powertrain and sometimes even include certain hybrid systems depending on the plan chosen by the car owner.
Options in Used Car Warranties
- Buying an extended used car warranty from the manufacturer
To get warranty coverage for your used car you can contact the customer service section of the car manufacturer to enquire about their extended warranty options and costs for used cars. Car manufacturers may offerextended warrantiesfor newer vehicles driven less often. However, these extended warranties provided by car manufacturers generally offer limited coverage and are not easily renewable.
- Third-party used car warranties
What if your car has many kilometers on it and is ineligible for the manufacturer-provided extended warranty? Or what if the manufacturer does not provide extended warranties? You still have warranty options from third-party car warranty providers. These are generally made available with three plan options; the powertrain, powertrain plus, and comprehensive plans. As an older vehicle owner, these plans ensure your vehicle continues to receive warranty coverage.
Coverage Offered By Used Car Warranties
The coverage offered by extended warranties provided by automobile manufacturers depends on your car model and its year of manufacture. Thus, the coverage provided differs. So, enquire with your car manufacturer regarding the details.
Third-party warranties vary based on car make, year of manufacture, and model. However, we can broadly discuss what each plan offers car owners.
The Powertrain Plan
The powertrain warranty plan covers the drivetrain of your car and its power source. Your car’s front and back axles, transmission, driveshaft, U and CV joints, and the differentials are all part of its drivetrain. Normally, the following parts are covered by a powertrain warranty plan;
- Transmission
- Engine (power source)
- Driveshafts
- Transfer case
- Drive box
- Axles
- CV joint
- U joint
- Differentials
The Powertrain Plus Plan
The powertrain plus plans usually cover the following parts;
- Transmission
- Engine (power source)
- Driveshafts
- Transfer case
- Drive box
- Axles
- CV joint
- U joint
- Differentials
- Steering
- Air conditioning
- Electrical system
The Comprehensive Plan
This warranty plan offers complete coverage for your vehicle. This means almost all components from bumper to bumper are covered under this plan. These include the drivetrain, steering, powertrain, air conditioning, safety aspects, electrical components, and technological systems. In certain cases, the warranty provider may also offer to cover the emission aspects of your car. However, not everything is covered by the warranty, and a few exemptions are listed below.
- Wiper blades
- Brake lights
- Brake pads
- Body panels
- Windshield
- Tires
- Turn signal lights
- Paint
- Interior trims
- Accidental damage
- Routine maintenance
Many third-party warranty providers also offer additional facilities such as roadside assistance, tire changes, towing services, and gas delivery, which is extremely useful when frequently traveling by car
A Trusted and Dependable Car Warranty Company in the UAE – MP Warranties
We are MP Warranties, a third-party car warranty provider in the UAE. We offer a variety of customizedused car warrantiesat competitive prices that ensure you stay stress-free regarding the repairs of your pre-owned car. Our customer service experts can guide you on respective plan terms and conditions. Contact us at +971 501 604 953 for further information.
