Car Warranty

A warranty is a written promise that the product purchased will perform to the specifications indicated at the time of purchase; in short, it will work. If a purchase fails to come with a written warranty, the product is still covered by an implied warranty. If a purchase is sold in "as is" condition, the warranty does not apply. States that prohibit "as is" sales are the District of Columbia, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Vermont, and West Virginia.

A new car warranty covers any car malfunctions that may occur soon after the car is purchased. One of the best new car warranty coverage packages is known as a "bumper to bumper" warranty that cover all mechanical breakdowns that occur within the new automobile naturally, that is to say, not caused by the owner.

A few questions to ask when purchasing a car are: How long does the warranty last? What voids the warranty? Who is the service provider for warranty problems? What are the exact conditions of the warranty pertaining to parts covered? Are labor charges included in the warranty package? What are the exact limitations of the warranty?

Used car warranty packages are usually limited warranties that cover the car for 30 days. Some luxury used cars have longer lasting warranties and provide more comprehensive coverage. Used car warranties are limited due to the probability of wear.

Extended new car warranty packages are available as an extra purchase when a when the included warranty is about to expire. Extended car warranty packages provide a longer life on the existing warranty of a new car but cost the consumer extra money. These aftermarket warranty deals are a good investment if the automobile owner intends on keeping the car for a long period of time.