Reader Question Should I buy an extended auto warranty from the manufacturer, like GMAC or should I get one off the Internet…or from the dealership…or horrors!

Dan,

Atlanta, GA

Manufactures like Ford, GM, VW and many others are more established and they’re not going anywhere. However, extended manufacture warranties are more expensive, as much as 60% or higher, and the warranty plans are not that comprehensive.

Manufacturer-backed warranties score very highly when it comes to ease of use. However, after market warranties are often cheaper. Manufacturer-backed warranties score very highly when it comes to ease of use. However, aftermarket warranties are often cheaper.