Extended Car Warranty - Auto Auto Australia

ZackyD on 08/01/2023 - 12:44

Happy New Years Everyone!!!

I was just doing some research with vehicle extended warranties as my mother's Skoda Yeti is far out of manufacturer's warranty and as a Euro designed vehicle, Will tend to need expensive repairs.

I came across a company called https://www.autoauto.com.au/ which quotes all Skodas at $1330 inc GST for 3 years extended warranty up to 200,000km
(So if you do low KM's you get the full 3 years but if you're car is close to 200,000KM then this warranty is less valuable)

They will cover all repairs that the manufacturer would have performed under warranty up to the market value of your car. Assuming your car has a market value of $10-$15k you should have most repairs covered I believe (Maybe not a full engine replacement)

To me this sounds like worthwhile insurance considering water pumps and thermostats seem to go quite easily on VW/Skoda vehicles and DSG issues, ect…
I know from experience a water pump replacement cost approx $1200 including labour so this effectively pays for itself.

The other bonus is you can pay the premium in 10 monthly instalments at no further cost. $146.30 per month for 3 extra years of peace of mind is a small price to pay in my opinion.

Might be worth looking into if you were looking at some peace of mind motoring.
Have a look for your vehicle here - https://www.autoauto.com.au/extended-warranty-by-make

Obviously the more less reliable your make, The more expensive. :(

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Comments

  • Muzeeb on 08/01/2023 - 12:48
    +3

    So many loop holes, caveats, limits and conditions in these extended warranties.

    No thanks.

    my mother's Skoda Yeti is far out of manufacturer's warranty

    Is this an option then for the yeti? Probably a 3-6 month waiting period.

    • ZackyD on 08/01/2023 - 13:06

      3 month waiting period for all cars if you are out of manufcaturer warranty

  • Drakesy on 08/01/2023 - 13:16
    +2

    Take it with a grain of salt, i've seen the fine print render these extended warranties not even worth the paper they're written on.

    But yeah, check the caveats etc.

  • Switchblade88 on 08/01/2023 - 13:29
    +1

    We've been trying to contact you about your car's extended warranty!

  • randomusername2017 on 08/01/2023 - 13:34
    -2

    Excellent value for you.. should buy two and resell one in the classifieds… just make a few claims first before you sell…

  • pegaxs on 08/01/2023 - 13:34
    +1

    Not worth the paper it is printed on. So many exclusions and terms you have to adhere to. They will look at anything they can to get out of paying.

  • bobbified on 08/01/2023 - 14:05

    Nope nope nope!

  • lachhelix on 08/01/2023 - 14:12

    It's really just a run of the mill AWN policy by the looks of things

  • Euphemistic on 08/01/2023 - 17:01

    If you are worried about expensive repairs, perhaps it’s not the right car for you.

    Either:
    . Keep the $1300 in your bank account to pay for the repairs instead. As above, the warranty is an insured acne policy that will have lots of ways to get o it of paying you.
    . Sell the car and buy something cheaper to repair.

  • GoldenDragon888 on 08/01/2023 - 17:40

    Extended warranty! How can you lose?

  • Sinnerator on 09/01/2023 - 08:17

    One loophole used to be you have to use their mechanics, who will charge a ripoff diagnostic fee, then mech charge double to do the work and the warranty only provided half this amount, not sure if this scam was shutdown or not.

  • lordra on 09/01/2023 - 10:15
    +1

    Just stay away mate. Service your car on time, don't trash it, you'll be fine.

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