Any experience with extended warranties for F250 size vehicles for towing?

[5030]

Why buy from a 3rd party outfit when you can buy it from Fords direct. Listed on the back page of the owners manual, pertineint numbers, etc.

Once you buy the Fords warranty, you are in their national database so every dealer can access it plus they send you a hard copy of the warranty, which goes into effect the last day your factory warranty expires.

As complex cars are today, don't make any sense not to buy additional extended coverage.

I will say my Autel not only tells me the faied part but what it is (catalog number) as well. When my wife first got her Burb, it was throwing a check engine light. Turned out to be the rear mounted evap cannister and most likely from the previous owner topping of the fuel tank which causes the overage to flow into the cannister and a check engine light.

Something I always did but no more. When the nozzle klicks off now. I'm done filling to the top.

Never had all the grief before all the emissions hardware and computers. The Burb even tells you if the gas cap isn't tightened up sufficiently plus when it's time to replace the fuel cap as well.

 

[5030]

I extended my manufacturers warranty. My Ram extended warranty is simply an extension of the warranty that came with my truck from Ram . IMO, that’s the way to go if buying a used truck, buy a truck with a little warranty left on it, and extend it at the dealership as part of the purchase.
Once out of warranty it becomes more cloudy.

Luckily, I have had very few problems or repairs to deal with.

Extended vehicle warranties are like most insurance. Only good if you need them and then a Godsend.

Again, with me, only a factory authorized extended warranty, no aftermarket crap.

Too bad you cannot do that on tractors as well..

 

[5030]

Avoid all 3rd party warranties like those shown on TV, they are problematic and a money grab.

If you want a Ford extended warranty, purchase the genuine Ford ESPP warranty from Grainger, Flood Ford, etc.. They are honored by all Ford dealerships in the U.S.. Grainger generally sells them for $50 over cost. You can select from various coverages, durations, and deductibles. Also, should you sell your vehicle prior to the ESPP expiration, you will be issued a pro-rated credit for the unused time. I leveraged that when I sold my F150 Raptor and was quickly issued a check.

I have no practical experience with RAM extended warranties, I did not purchase one on my TRX..

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Good luck..

Purchase it direct from Fords and eliminate any middle man.

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[Camofurever1]

Save the money that the extended warrany would cost, stick it in a seperate account. Pay cash for any repair. Most mechanics like cash. Most will give a discount if you pay in cash......

 

[Johnkn]

Purchase it direct from Fords and eliminate any middle man.

Negative..

Ford ESPP Extended warranties are sold through Ford's authorized franchised dealerships just like new Ford vehicle sales..

Flood Ford, Grainger, etc. are able to sell the ESPP warranty at a discounted price due to their extreme (online) sales volume. Most recently, Grainger (which may still be the single largest seller of Ford ESPP warranties) is selling at ~$50 over their cost.. That equates to a substantial savings over the list price...

One does not need to purchase the vehicle from those dealerships in order to purchase the extended warranty from them.

Not all states allow the online purchase as I recall, Florida doesn't allow it..

Anyone can search and log into Grainger, Flood Ford, Zeigler, etc. and shop genuine Ford ESPP coverages, durations and deductibles to determine which plan is best for them. Prices are posted as are all the specific terms and conditions of the ESPP..

good luck




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[Fxfymn413]

I know its a ride from Alexandria, but I use a highly reliable shop in Louisa County that currently charges $175 per hour. They specialize in diesel repair. Look up repair shops in Louisa.

 

[JRH02]

IF I choose to buy one it will be worth it to me.

And there you have it. If it's worth it to you the only thing left is WHO's warranty to purchase - which was your basic question. I concur with others to stay with a manufacturer who sells their own extended warranty and to not purchase 3rd party insurance. Remember that you are betting your rig will break down and they are betting it won't. The other bet you are placing it that the repair will actually be covered and they don't have a way to wiggle out of the repair. I also hope that you are a perfectionist to getting your vehicle dealer serviced at or before the clock alarm rings and that you keep EVERY receipt and bit of documentation.

Any insurance you purchase requires the vendor to still be in business or offering the coverage which means they are winning most of the bets placed to date. Lastly, it seems purchasing extended warranties is a mind set and if one buys that coverage for one thing they tend to do it for other purchases as well. So, in that vein, how are you doing with the other extended warranties you've purchased in the past? If it turns out that they have not been the best financial decision at least you have the piece of mind you require.

Full disclosure: I bought the extended warranty for my Harbor Freight generator which we use daily through the winter/cloudy season. I'm on my 3rd one and it will go back on my next trip to town. That extended warranty has really been worth it. They know me by name.