Those with ext warranty - Did it save you?

ccs68 · 03-19-2015, 07:17 PM

I just picked up a 2012 Touring (Nav)with 24K miles on it. The factory warranty still has a few months before it runs out. I am on the fence with getting an extended warranty due to funds. This is my 2nd Z and had no issues with my previous but this 370 has much more toys and electronics. I am concerned that if something goes and I am out of warranty that it may hit the pocket hard.

My question is for those of you with 2009+ Z's have you had any major electronic issues wether you have the extended warranty or not. Any "glad I have the ext warranty stories" or just not worth the money???

DEpointfive0 · 03-19-2015, 07:39 PM

With both my POS Nissans I have saved 10s of thousands

Yes, I mean 10s. My Maxima went through 14k of repairs in 11 months of ownership (mostly BS to keep the car fresh) the 370 has gotta be in at about 10k. 2 seat bases, window stuff, ECU, fuel sending units, gauge cluster, etc.

SouthArk370Z · 03-20-2015, 01:39 PM

Most cars nowadays are pretty reliable. The 370Z has been out long enough that most of the major problems are well-known. But every manufacturer puts out the occasional klunker (see DE.50's comment above).

As with all insurance policies, it just depends on your circumstances. I can't afford a big repair bill so I usually get an extended warranty. I don't remember ever having to make use of them but I sleep better knowing I have them. YMMV

90 ST · 03-20-2015, 02:23 PM

YES, GET IT!
It's saved me for sure, other then my repeated CSC most of my stuff was under the standard warranty...but a CSC can add up fast.
I've also had a few Fuel Pump issues, ECU SL which now has a recall out for, didn't when mine went...

kenchan · 03-20-2015, 04:17 PM

naw, i never get ext warranties.

the ONLY 2 factory defect issues ive had on my 09 were:

1. sliding/knocking noise driver seat bench - fixed myself, $0
2. hatch gate not unlocking unless double press on button - fixed myself $0.04

90 ST · 03-20-2015, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

naw, i never get ext warranties.

the ONLY 2 factory defect issues ive had on my 09 were:

1. sliding/knocking noise driver seat bench - fixed myself, $0
2. hatch gate not unlocking unless double press on button - fixed myself $0.04

That's cause you never drive your car, you just post about it. LOL

kenchan · 03-20-2015, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by 90 ST

That's cause you never drive your car, you just post about it. LOL

just because you put on 300K miles does not mean you are better than me.

ayrton88 · 03-20-2015, 07:35 PM

I would never buy an extended warranty. Just take that money and invest it. Hopefully nothing will happen and maybe you'll make some money instead of throwing it away.

90 ST · 03-20-2015, 10:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

Just because you put on 300k miles does not mean you are better than me.

lol

kenchan · 03-21-2015, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ayrton88

I would never buy an extended warranty. Just take that money and invest it. Hopefully nothing will happen and maybe you'll make some money instead of throwing it away.

yep, plus one can always buy ext warranty later. get all these 'aftermarket' ext warranty offers all the time near 3-4th year.

Eagle · 05-05-2015, 12:27 AM

I got it. Saved me a bunch too...the 7AT has been replaced 3 times. Each time under warranty, i figure those are probably between $2k - $5k. I'd say it was well worth it.

kenchan · 05-05-2015, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Eagle

I got it. Saved me a bunch too...the 7AT has been replaced 3 times. Each time under warranty, i figure those are probably between $2k - $5k. I'd say it was well worth it.

wow, i thought the AT on this car was bullet proof.

were you like doing neutral drops from 10K RPM?

btw, nice job converting your car to nismo look.

Dwain65 · 10-14-2015, 10:16 PM

I did not purchase warranty on my '09 Sport Touring 7AT but should have I had one repair at 60K (compressor failure) which cost 1,400. Sure I may have been out another 300-400 dollars on the cost of the extended warranty but it could have been worse if it was something electronic or mechanical outside of the power train warranty.

ssmoked · 10-17-2015, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eagle

I got it. Saved me a bunch too...the 7AT has been replaced 3 times. Each time under warranty, i figure those are probably between $2k - $5k. I'd say it was well worth it.

Details about the auto tranny failure? Miles?

JDubya · 10-18-2015, 07:33 PM

From a pure numbers perspective, an extended warranty isn't worth it. The manufacturers don't offer them to protect you--they offer them to make money. And they are priced in such a fashion.

I'm sure you'll find plenty of people who, from a financial perspective, came out ahead by having an extended warranty. You could be one of these people as well. These are the outliers though. On average, it will not save you money.

With that said, there are other intangibles, such as peace of mind, that an extended warranty provides. You just have to decide if that is worth the cost to you.

03-19-2015, 07:17 PM	#1 (permalink)
ccs68 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Ft Lauderdale Posts: 20 Drives: 12 Sport or 89 YJ Rep Power: 10	Those with ext warranty - Did it save you? I just picked up a 2012 Touring (Nav)with 24K miles on it. The factory warranty still has a few months before it runs out. I am on the fence with getting an extended warranty due to funds. This is my 2nd Z and had no issues with my previous but this 370 has much more toys and electronics. I am concerned that if something goes and I am out of warranty that it may hit the pocket hard. My question is for those of you with 2009+ Z's have you had any major electronic issues wether you have the extended warranty or not. Any "glad I have the ext warranty stories" or just not worth the money???

03-19-2015, 07:39 PM	#2 (permalink)
DEpointfive0 Premium Member Bitches Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: SoCal Posts: 14,824 Drives: a lot Rep Power: 17151	With both my POS Nissans I have saved 10s of thousands Yes, I mean 10s. My Maxima went through 14k of repairs in 11 months of ownership (mostly BS to keep the car fresh) the 370 has gotta be in at about 10k. 2 seat bases, window stuff, ECU, fuel sending units, gauge cluster, etc. __________________ Do YOU want to know what/where I got my username from? ( Click to show/hide ) NSFW due to language:

03-20-2015, 01:39 PM	#3 (permalink)
SouthArk370Z Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 8,435 Drives: 2014 Challenger Rep Power: 324197	Most cars nowadays are pretty reliable. The 370Z has been out long enough that most of the major problems are well-known. But every manufacturer puts out the occasional klunker (see DE.50's comment above). As with all insurance policies, it just depends on your circumstances. I can't afford a big repair bill so I usually get an extended warranty. I don't remember ever having to make use of them but I sleep better knowing I have them. YMMV __________________ Steering Lock Links - Search The370Z Bookmarklet - FSM @ NICOclub Mankind has progressed past the need for war but we haven't evolved that far. - NachoMahma

03-20-2015, 04:17 PM	#5 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	naw, i never get ext warranties. the ONLY 2 factory defect issues ive had on my 09 were: 1. sliding/knocking noise driver seat bench - fixed myself, $0 2. hatch gate not unlocking unless double press on button - fixed myself $0.04 370zHawaii likes this.

05-05-2015, 12:27 AM	#11 (permalink)
Eagle Track Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: South Orange County, CA Posts: 884 Drives: 2011 370z Red 6MT Rep Power: 10656	I got it. Saved me a bunch too...the 7AT has been replaced 3 times. Each time under warranty, i figure those are probably between $2k - $5k. I'd say it was well worth it. DEpointfive0 likes this. __________________ nismo\| EVO-R High Wing \| *Stillen* Gen 3 CAI \| SEIBON TS Hood \| Z1 34 Row Oil Cooler \| VMR 810 Wheels \| Endless MX72 Pads \|*Sabelt* GT-140 Seat \|Fly1Motorsports RS1 Fenders \| Hotchkis Front Sway Bar \| Berk HFC \|

03-20-2015, 02:23 PM	#4 (permalink)
90 ST A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: Calgary Posts: 1,861 Drives: 90 and 15 GMC Sierra Rep Power: 420	YES, GET IT! It's saved me for sure, other then my repeated CSC most of my stuff was under the standard warranty...but a CSC can add up fast. I've also had a few Fuel Pump issues, ECU SL which now has a recall out for, didn't when mine went...

03-20-2015, 07:35 PM	#8 (permalink)
ayrton88 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Chicago Posts: 397 Drives: 2010 Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 14	I would never buy an extended warranty. Just take that money and invest it. Hopefully nothing will happen and maybe you'll make some money instead of throwing it away.

10-14-2015, 10:16 PM	#13 (permalink)
Dwain65 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Argyle TX Posts: 30 Drives: 2009 370Z PW Auto Rep Power: 16	I did not purchase warranty on my '09 Sport Touring 7AT but should have I had one repair at 60K (compressor failure) which cost 1,400. Sure I may have been out another 300-400 dollars on the cost of the extended warranty but it could have been worse if it was something electronic or mechanical outside of the power train warranty. DEpointfive0 likes this.

10-18-2015, 07:33 PM	#15 (permalink)
JDubya Base Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Southeastern PA Posts: 94 Drives: '14 Mid. Blue 6MT Rep Power: 15	From a pure numbers perspective, an extended warranty isn't worth it. The manufacturers don't offer them to protect you--they offer them to make money. And they are priced in such a fashion. I'm sure you'll find plenty of people who, from a financial perspective, came out ahead by having an extended warranty. You could be one of these people as well. These are the outliers though. On average, it will not save you money. With that said, there are other intangibles, such as peace of mind, that an extended warranty provides. You just have to decide if that is worth the cost to you. ScottC543 likes this.

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