Should I purchase a warranty?
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Should I purchase a warranty?
Hello everyone. Happy to be here since I just purchased a red 2004 Mazda MX-5 Mazda Speed with only 9800 miles on it. Yes, its under 10K miles. I found it on craigs list and I was a bit suspicious about the mileage. But, I ran a carfax, talked to the dealer that had been servicing it and when I test drove it, it still drove and smelled brand new. When I took it in for an oil change I asked about extended warranties through Mazda. They offer a 36 month/ 36K mile warranty for about $900.00, and a $100.00 copay for each visit. I paid just under $13K for the car. So I was wondering if I should get the warranty. It covers all electrical, suspension, engine, transmission, turbo. Pretty much everything but wear and tear items. Any thoughts?
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#4
The only thing i'd be worrying about with that car is the lines and gaskets, since it obviously wasn't driven.
If it were ME, i wouldn't buy the warranty. But if you're not car-inclined, the warranty doesn't sound HORRIBLE, but not great either. Aftermarket warranties aren't great.
Nice pick up, though! You got it for well under book i think!
If it were ME, i wouldn't buy the warranty. But if you're not car-inclined, the warranty doesn't sound HORRIBLE, but not great either. Aftermarket warranties aren't great.
Nice pick up, though! You got it for well under book i think!
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The only thing i'd be worrying about with that car is the lines and gaskets, since it obviously wasn't driven.
If it were ME, i wouldn't buy the warranty. But if you're not car-inclined, the warranty doesn't sound HORRIBLE, but not great either. Aftermarket warranties aren't great.
Nice pick up, though! You got it for well under book i think!
If it were ME, i wouldn't buy the warranty. But if you're not car-inclined, the warranty doesn't sound HORRIBLE, but not great either. Aftermarket warranties aren't great.
Nice pick up, though! You got it for well under book i think!
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It's difficult for me to imagine anything costing $1,000 or more and which would be covered by any warranty happening to what is essentially still a new car within the next 36 months.
#10
lol, but seriously. You are entering a world of reliability that is rarely seen in the automotive industry. I wouldn't even think twice about needing a warranty for a miata. Save that cash for some upgrades. The MSM can be turned into a GREAT street car with just bolt-ons and still be reliable, just as fun and less slow
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