i opted for a nissan warranty. as previously stated these cars are not the cars of old and the warranty is pretty much for electronics/computer components. ask me in 6
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i opted for a nissan warranty. as previously stated these cars are not the cars of old and the warranty is pretty much for electronics/computer components. ask me in 6 years and i may rant about a waste of money but the cost of component replacement these days may just about justify the warranty expense. this ain't no sentra.
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I ended up "drinking the kool aid". I bought the extended warranty. I didn't when I bought my G35, and haven't had a single warrantable issue to date (6 years). I'm still super conflicted about having done it. A huge voice in my head is telling me I just through out a bunch of money, but then again, buying a new 370 over a 5 year old 350 made absolutely no fiscal sense either.
A friend of mine is a BMW mechanic, and he is claiming that a certain % of their 3.0L direct injection (turbo charged) engines suffer injector / fuel pump issues. Considering that this engine has only been out for a few years, any type of % of issues seems premature. (Hint, he and his co-workers consider this a gravy train, if that tells you anything.) Thus far, the bulk of these cars are still under their factory warranty, but if you're engine kills its injectors before 3 years, the next bill is on you. As it happens, the Nissan VQ37 isn't turbocharged, so pressure issues fouling injectors and such would be less of an issue in Nissan's take on the tech as compared to BMW's. That, and more and more manufacturers are going to direct injection, which tells me that every year they are getting a little bit more ahead of the tech curve regarding this type of injection with regards to design/tolerances and how it effects durability. All that having been said, the cost to change injectors and or fuel pumps and or anything else related isn't cheap, even if Nissan charges less per hour for repairs and less for parts than BMW, I just didn't want to have to worry about it. In sum though, I cite above the possibility for repair, and its potential cost; hence my reference to having drank the kool aid. That's the same rethoric applied at the dealership. Everyone has their own comfort level, but I think I'm still searching for mine. Thanks everyone for their input, it's interesting to hear everyone's thoughts and experiences. I'm really loving my 370. At the moment I'm thinking about pulling the factory Fischer Price My First Stereo and replacing it with one of these new stereos units that does video, music, phone, Nav, Payroll, Taxes, and tracks your retirement, all via blue tooth. |
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like Lou posted some weeks back it's like insurance. you hate watching the money disappear but when something comes up that's covered...... you're right on time (so to speak). i'll tell you in 6 years if i am happy i bought the warranty.... there is no other way to effectively evaluate my specific decision.
hopefully my Z will seamlessly carry me into years of enjoyment. but....... who knows. i still argue a warranty gives me some peace of mind re: all the dang chips, electronics, STUFF, etc. in the car. i'd be interested in hearing about all those who didn't opt for the warranty. as time passes might be cool to see who fared better- kool aid drinkers or those who 'knew better' but yeah..... the Z rewls nuff sed r Last edited by rolmo; 04-11-2010 at 02:32 AM. |
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My car buying experience was outstanding, however I had to laugh when I was offered the extended warranty. I have a 42 month lease which means I was only looking at 6 months of not being covered by the standard warranty. The dude offered to extend the warranty until the end of my lease...for the low, low price of $800.
I couldn't blame the guy for trying. But of course I said no thank you.
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Nissans/Infinitys range from "Average", to "Much Better Than Average" (such as in the case of the Z!!!). With that kinda reliability history, you really gotta weigh the economic implications of that decision. But, in the end, it's YOUR call, man.
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Out of curiosity, which coverage did you buy? i am contemplating cancelling mine since it costs me an extra $1997 before the 60 days full refund canceling period is over. I chose the platinum coverage.
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It may be helpful to check w/ your insurance company and see what type of extended warranty they provide. I have Geico and opted w/ the Multi-Risk Extended Plan.
coverages that includes Comprehensive, Collision and Mechanical Breakdown Insurance (MBI). GEICO Multi-Risk can only be added if the vehicle was purchased or leased from the dealer within the last 15 months, has an odometer reading of 15,000 miles or less, and you are the first title holder. Multi-Risk coverage expires once the vehicle is 7 years old or reaches 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. |
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