MotorEasy extended warranty

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Tue 22 Oct 2002 18:07
MotorEasy extended warranty - Roger Jones
[This has come up before, but perhaps there are some fresh observations out there.]

I'm considering subscribing to the MotorEasy extended warranty and servicing scheme promoted by the Daily Telegraph in association with Castrol. Does anyone have any experience of it?

It looks attractive cost wise -- covering MOT and servicing costs, and with a mechanical breakdown insurance warranty -- but the first thing I've found out is that it involves using garages chosen by MotorEasy, and the nearest one to me doesn't fill me with confidence. However, I guess they would argue that they've got to do a good job or they would lose the agency and, unless there is good control over standards, the whole scheme would be undermined.

Unsurprisingly, all exotica are excluded (including the Fiat Croma), and higher premiums are required for large BMWs, Jags/Daimlers, Land Rovers, Audi Quattros/Turbos/V8s, Alfa V6 and turbos, Renault 25 Turbo and Safrane, and the Rover 825 -- which I guess says something statistical about not only maintenance costs (Merc and Lexus are in the same bracket in that respect) but also reliability. No additional premium required for Mercs and Lexus, it seems.

Any comments?
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Sat 26 Oct 2002 20:40
MotorEasy extended warranty - Paul Mykatz-Tinks
Look at the terms of Motor Warranty Direct. You might be surprised when you see what they cover.

Require servicing strictly on time, sight of MoT certificate, and agreement of a claim with garage (any VAT registered) before repair commences.

They have approved garages. You don't have to use them but, if you do, they pay the cost of claim directly to the garage.

Fixed cost service scheme with approved garages if required.

Minimum fuss over claims. I would venture there again.
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