Is gap insurance worthwhile?

We are in the process of buying a three year old Honda Jazz and have been offered GAP insurance by the main dealer. What is your opinion of this insurance and is it worthwhile?

Asked on 1 February 2014 by Peter Lenoel

Answered by Honest John
Buy the GAP independently at about 1/3 of the dealer price.
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