An Auto Warranty is an elective service contract that confers long-term automobile protection that surpasses the manufacturer’s warranty. Extended Auto Warranties are commonly offered in two different formats, Powertrain and Bumper-to-Bumper. A Powertrain Warranty typically only covers the transmission and engine from failure. Nearly every piece on your car may be covered on a Bumper-to-Bumper Vehicle Warranty (some exclusions apply). Extended Warranties will not cover repairs due to negligent choices and normally don’t cover wear items like engine oil, tires, brake pads, or air filters. Depending on the warranty you purchase, the Extended Auto Warranty may also come with extra features like Travel Interruption Reimbursement, free satellite radio trial period, Rental Car Reimbursement, and even Roadside Assistance.
Saving money on repairs is the main reason to obtain an Extended Auto Warranty. Without an Extended Warranty, if your transmission fails you would be liable for an expensive repair. The same repair bill might only require a modest payment to be made, if you have a Powertrain Extended Warranty. The Extended Warranty would handle the rest of the bill provided the failure and components are included in the contract. Someone that keeps a vehicle for at least 5 years will see the largest reward, but even if you trade-in your vehicles often an Extended Auto Warranty will still be advantageous. The miles and years can cause components to deteriorate, even on reliable cars. An Extended Warranty can ease the uncertainty of vehicle ownership.
An Extended Auto Warranty lets you decide the warranty length for your vehicle. Traditional manufacturer warranties often give a shorter bumper-to-bumper warranty and a longer powertrain warranty. By picking an extended warranty you could extend the bumper-to-bumper warranty to match the powertrain warranty and have the most coverage for your car. Our professionals can help sift through the choices and find the one that’s best.
When you buy an Auto Warranty from us all you are required to do is get the car here, foot the bill for the deductible, and we’ll complete the rest. That means you no longer need to set aside time and effort to submit receipts for reimbursement. We offer simple options for all Extended Warranty needs, because we know that being without your vehicle can be difficult.
An Extended Warranty offers relief when a car part breaks down. If you are a gambler you may want to save a few bucks and take on the prospect of costly repairs. You may desire the security of an Extended Vehicle Warranty, if you’re not able to pay for a pricey repair bill on your own. Buying a car can be expensive, so getting the best protection of that purchase seems reasonable.
BMW of Houston Midtown offers a range of extended warranties on our new and certified pre-owned BMW luxury cars and SUVs. Contact one of our Houston area warranty specialists to learn more.
