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newagemuscle · 09-29-2012, 10:42 AM

Thanks for the feed back guys... looks like i will opt out.

amz · 09-29-2012, 10:46 AM

I considered this too , when I first bought the car.

After seeing the general reliability , long term , as in 50k miles plus, I see no need for it.

SSBlack · 09-29-2012, 10:51 AM

If you purchase an extended warranty, be aware dealerships mark them up at least 100%.

I told my dealership I found the GMPP online for (whatever price) and I was told what their cost is and told they can only come down to a 50% markup.

This person said, "I'd buy it online".

Dealerships.........

626ortiz · 09-29-2012, 12:40 PM

I had it on my 04 cts v got plenty of use out of it. Those card were known for bad rear ends. I went threw 4 rear ends and the axels twice. That car was always going in for something. So I got plenty of use of they extended warranty and got it on the Camaro just incase

Kahdir · 09-29-2012, 01:44 PM

Unless you find a mod friendly dealership, I a waste for non-stock cars.

SimpleGreen · 09-29-2012, 02:01 PM

My car is approaching 6000 miles since I bought it new in April 2012. No issues to speak of aside from the minor rear end clunk going into reverse. I will get it looked at one day.

I also got a 5 year/75K bumper to bumper tossed into the deal for free, so she's covered so long as I owe money on it. I plan on paying it off early though, anyway. I wouldn't waste money on it if you've put a whopping 6K on the car since 2010.

Ladybugsmom · 09-29-2012, 02:16 PM

I have already had to use my extended warranty ... glad I had it.

8AD•SS · 09-29-2012, 08:54 PM

I voided all hopes for a warranty a month after getting my car >.>

Mr. iNCREDIBLE · 09-29-2012, 08:57 PM

if you haven't had any issues in the 3/36 warranty area, then you are probably safe and have no need to worry about and extended..

if you have reoccuring problems in the first 3/36 they yeah get one.

Rhyder · 09-29-2012, 09:02 PM

Stay away from that criminal extended warranty that GM gives, they take your money then find every way possible why they shouldnt honor it.

There are many good after market warranties out there that will warranty your vehicle and do repairs regardless if you have bolt ons or tunes etc.

in the long run its relativly cheap to have a warranty and it gives piece of mind. Unless its a weekend ride or you have 6 or 7k in the bank you can keep just for emergencies I would recomend a good aftermarket warranty.

Personally, I would get a warranty anyways, as posted several good ones even give you some or most of it back if you dont use it.

tonyko1 · 09-29-2012, 10:53 PM

TSB's and recalls they will cover regardless of warranty, original or extended, or not. TSB's they are not obligated to tell you as they are not verified as a real recurring problem as defined by the US govt's protocol for what constitues a recall.

Whenever you go into the service dept, ask about TSBs or anything they have seen "trends" about.

GM is actually one of the best car companies to bend over backwards in honoring warranty work.

LimaCharlie · 09-30-2012, 01:18 AM

I say NO on extended warranty. Look at the advantages....you can now mod your car further without feeling guilty of voiding a warranty. Your car is still "new" with 6,000 miles anyways.

robsls3 · 10-01-2012, 09:20 AM

When I had My TA I looked into an extended warranty. I checked 5 at the time and none coverd aftermarket parts or cars that were modified.

It even stated on 2 that they didnt cover cars with aftermarket exhaust, headers, superchargers, modified computers that were not stock. The car had to almost be all original for them to cover it.

In my SS I dont care I got the 3 year (1 year left) and the remaining power train. Thats enough for me till its paid off and who know if I trade it in after that.

Even that some extended's make you pay a deductable and pay for all tax for all the work being done.

Mr. iNCREDIBLE · 10-01-2012, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by tonyko1

TSB's and recalls they will cover regardless of warranty, original or extended, or not. TSB's they are not obligated to tell you as they are not verified as a real recurring problem as defined by the US govt's protocol for what constitues a recall.

Whenever you go into the service dept, ask about TSBs or anything they have seen "trends" about.

GM is actually one of the best car companies to bend over backwards in honoring warranty work.

this is wrong.. TSB's are not covered unless you have a warranty.. Recalls are.

A TSB is a Technical Service Bulletin to the dealerships/techs it has nothing to do with the customer and it is not a recall, but simply a documented issue and resolution.

If you are out of warranty the TSB will NOT be covered, it WILL be out of your pocket. Unless your dealer does it as a Customer Satisfaction claim. If not, expect to pay.. TSB's are NOT a mandatory repair to all vehicles, there are certain symptoms and conditions that are required to be met for them to apply.

09-29-2012, 10:42 AM	#15
newagemuscle Philippians 4:13 Drives: SLP Supercharged LS3 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: The Motor City - Michigan Posts: 2,902 View My Garage	Thanks for the feed back guys... looks like i will opt out. __________________

09-29-2012, 12:40 PM	#18
626ortiz Drives: camaro 2ss Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: riverside, ca Posts: 225	I had it on my 04 cts v got plenty of use out of it. Those card were known for bad rear ends. I went threw 4 rear ends and the axels twice. That car was always going in for something. So I got plenty of use of they extended warranty and got it on the Camaro just incase __________________

09-29-2012, 01:44 PM	#19
Kahdir Drives: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: PA Posts: 2,178 View My Garage	Unless you find a mod friendly dealership, I a waste for non-stock cars. __________________ SEPA5.COM – South East Pennsylvania Camaro Owners

09-29-2012, 02:01 PM	#20
SimpleGreen Drives: 2015 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Southeast Louisiana Posts: 2,112	My car is approaching 6000 miles since I bought it new in April 2012. No issues to speak of aside from the minor rear end clunk going into reverse. I will get it looked at one day. I also got a 5 year/75K bumper to bumper tossed into the deal for free, so she's covered so long as I owe money on it. I plan on paying it off early though, anyway. I wouldn't waste money on it if you've put a whopping 6K on the car since 2010. __________________ 2015 Camaro 2SS/RS SIM 2016 Jeep Wrangler 2DR Willys Wheeler 1993 C1500 Single Cab Stepside 5.3L LS Swap

09-29-2012, 02:16 PM	#21
Ladybugsmom Older than I look.... Drives: 2010 VR Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Washington Posts: 6,481 View My Garage	I have already had to use my extended warranty ... glad I had it. __________________ High Heels and Fast Wheels!!

09-29-2012, 10:46 AM	#16
amz Factory Correct Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Richmond,Virginia Posts: 666	I considered this too , when I first bought the car. After seeing the general reliability , long term , as in 50k miles plus, I see no need for it.

09-29-2012, 10:51 AM	#17
SSBlack Account Suspended Drives: 2010 2SS/RS JFB Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: DFW Posts: 807	If you purchase an extended warranty, be aware dealerships mark them up at least 100%. I told my dealership I found the GMPP online for (whatever price) and I was told what their cost is and told they can only come down to a 50% markup. This person said, "I'd buy it online". Dealerships.........

09-29-2012, 08:54 PM	#22
8AD•SS Drives: 45th anniversary SS Vert Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 269	I voided all hopes for a warranty a month after getting my car >.> __________________ 45th anniversary SS convertible (Nox) CRT ZL1 #271 Ordered 5/22, delivered 7/27 (R XIII) R XIII's Build:http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...=1#post5427709

09-29-2012, 08:57 PM	#23
Mr. iNCREDIBLE Drives: 2012 2SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: SoCal Baby... Posts: 2,530	if you haven't had any issues in the 3/36 warranty area, then you are probably safe and have no need to worry about and extended.. if you have reoccuring problems in the first 3/36 they yeah get one.

09-29-2012, 09:02 PM	#24
Rhyder Drives: 2012 45 Anniversary Vert Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: atlanta Posts: 2,511	Stay away from that criminal extended warranty that GM gives, they take your money then find every way possible why they shouldnt honor it. There are many good after market warranties out there that will warranty your vehicle and do repairs regardless if you have bolt ons or tunes etc. in the long run its relativly cheap to have a warranty and it gives piece of mind. Unless its a weekend ride or you have 6 or 7k in the bank you can keep just for emergencies I would recomend a good aftermarket warranty. Personally, I would get a warranty anyways, as posted several good ones even give you some or most of it back if you dont use it.

09-29-2012, 10:53 PM	#25
tonyko1 Banned Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible, IBM Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Oregon Posts: 1,015	TSB's and recalls they will cover regardless of warranty, original or extended, or not. TSB's they are not obligated to tell you as they are not verified as a real recurring problem as defined by the US govt's protocol for what constitues a recall. Whenever you go into the service dept, ask about TSBs or anything they have seen "trends" about. GM is actually one of the best car companies to bend over backwards in honoring warranty work.

09-30-2012, 01:18 AM	#26
LimaCharlie Drives: 2011 Camaro SS/RS - 2004 Silverado Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 2,989	I say NO on extended warranty. Look at the advantages....you can now mod your car further without feeling guilty of voiding a warranty. Your car is still "new" with 6,000 miles anyways. __________________ 2011 Summit White Camaro 1SS/RS -6.2 LS3, TR6060, 3.45, G80 2004 Black Silverado 1500 2WD Regular Cab, Short Bed -5.3 LM7, 4L60E, 3.42, G80 2014 White Caprice PPV -6.0 L77, 6L80E, 2.92, G80

10-01-2012, 09:20 AM	#27
robsls3 Account Suspended Drives: 2010 camaro 1SS Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Oaklawn, IL Posts: 862 View My Garage	When I had My TA I looked into an extended warranty. I checked 5 at the time and none coverd aftermarket parts or cars that were modified. It even stated on 2 that they didnt cover cars with aftermarket exhaust, headers, superchargers, modified computers that were not stock. The car had to almost be all original for them to cover it. In my SS I dont care I got the 3 year (1 year left) and the remaining power train. Thats enough for me till its paid off and who know if I trade it in after that. Even that some extended's make you pay a deductable and pay for all tax for all the work being done.