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Should I buy an extended warranty?

Discussion in 'Gen 4 Prius Main Forum' started by c-man, Aug 22, 2016.

  1. Fanatic

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    I'd skip it. On the rare occasion IF I do have a MAJOR issue, I'll fix it up reasonably, then I'll negotiate and trade up to a different car or newer Prius (if the experience was bitter enough). $4k+ for extended warranty on such an affordable car is utterly and absolutely ridiculous. I don't foresee the Prius having any major issues on the majority of them sold. This isn't some German high-tech car with an air-lifting suspension system with 10 different settings... Thank goodness it isn't.
     
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    Sing this to the song "Beat it".

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    Remember Dr Strange Love taught in drug class:

    Just say no since you can always say yes later.

    This thread is similar to the $1 hotdog combo at SAMS at Slickdeals. Same mother different fathers.
     
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  4. MagyarPrius

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    If you were buying a car that was NOT known for excellent reliability, then I would get that warranty. I really would not spend the money to insure a well maintained Prius. The other thing, I never buy used cars, always new. I also do my own maintenance, and am quite OCD when it comes to my vehicles.
     
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