Infiniti Warranty
Is your Infiniti warranty about to expire? Didn't buy the extra protection when you made the original purchase? Hello, my name is Nate Waterfalls and I will try to help you answer the question "Do I need to purchase a Infiniti extended warranty or mechanical breakdown protection? Here is what I will cover in this short article:
- Infiniti History
- Original Infiniti Warranty
- Infiniti Reliability
- Do I Need Infiniti Extended Warranty Protection?
- Options for Extended Protection
Infiniti History
Infiniti, the luxury car division of Nissan, was started in 1989. The vehicles produced by Infiniti are based on Nissan's FM platform which places the engine behind the front wheels helping evenly distributing weight and improving braking, handling, and acceleration.
Current models include:
- Infiniti G
- Infiniti M
- Infiniti FX
- Infiniti EX
- Infiniti QX
Past popular models include:
- Infiniti M30
- Infiniti G35
- Infiniti I
Infiniti Warranties
Before considering an Infiniti extended warranty or mechanical breakdown protection, it is important to know the original Infiniti warranty. Every new Infiniti comes with these standard limited warranties:
- 4-year/60,000-mile Basic coverage
- 6-year/70,000-mile Powertrain coverage
- 5-year/50,000-mile Emission Control coverage
- 7 year/unlimited miles Corrosion Coverage
You will want to consider the remaining time and mileage on the Infiniti warranty to determine your need for extended protection. Remember, the manufacturer's warranty will expire whenever time (months) or mileage (whichever comes first) reach the thresholds described above.
For detailed and specific Infinity warranty information see www.infinitiusa.com.
Infiniti Reliability
Infiniti vehicles in general are rated very good in the reliability department. The problem is when something breaks the cost of parts and labor is very high. For example according to consumer guides a typical transmission replacement on a G35 is over $6,000! Consumer reports did pick the M35 as one of it's top luxury car picks a few years ago.
Before making any decision, research your specific model and year to ensure reliability. Certain cars are known to be unreliable, making the extended protection decision a no-brainer. Check out the the U.S News and World Report. for current reliability ratings.
Another easy to find out about a product's reliability in the age of the Internet is to check with a community of people that have the same product. People in these groups tend to be very outspoken. In the case of automobiles one such community is Edmunds.com.
Use the links below to research your specific model for known problems.
Here's another great resource to check the reliability record of your used vehicle.
Do I Need Infiniti Extended Warranty Protection?
Choosing to purchase extended protection for your Infiniti is ultimately a personal decision. However, here are some things to consider:
- The manufacturer's original warranties
- The age and mileage of your Infiniti
- The reliability record of your particular Infiniti model
- How many miles you drive
- How long you plan to own your Infiniti
- Your risk tolerance
- Your financial ability to pay for unexpected repairs
Here are two additional resources to help determine if extended protection is right for you:
- POMCalc! Check your peace of mind
- How to determine if a vehicle extended warranty is right for you.
If you decide that extended protection is a good “bet” for you then be sure to purchase it before the original Infiniti warranty expires. The sooner you do it the less it will cost you. If the Infiniti warranty expires, your options may be limited. However, you don't have to purchase a Infiniti extended warranty – there is another option: Mechanical Breakdown Protection.
Options for Extended Protection
You have two basic options when it comes to extended protection for your Infiniti
- Infiniti Extended Warranty
- Third Party Mechanical Breakdown Protection Plan
The extended Infiniti warranty is only offered by the manufacturer and is usually sold through the dealership. Mechanical breakdown protection may be purchased from a third party company. Coverage between the two options is usually comparable. But read the actual contract to be sure.
The main difference between the options is the price and the fact that mechanical breakdown protection lets you have your service done at any repair facility. The Infiniti extended warranty requires that you service your vehicle at the dealership or other Infiniti authorized repair facilities. This tends to limit your options since there is not a large Infiniti dealer network in the United States.
Third party mechanical breakdown protection plans tend to offer more value and can often be found at a lower price with similar coverage. However, it is important to purchase mechaical breakdown protection from a reputable company.
Nate Waterfalls
The Infiniti extended warranty is a solid choice but a vehicle service contract from a reputable third party may serve you best if you need the flexibility of choosing your own service location or personal mechanic, and are concerned about price.
For additional information on determining your need for extended warranty protection please review the following pages:
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