newbie with question about car care plan

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by annegodis, Oct 20, 2007.

  1. annegodis

    annegodis New Member

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    I just bought a new 2008 Prius yesterday and was given the very "hard sell" regarding the Toyota Platinum Car Care Plan. The price was $1875.00 for a 7 year warranty. Is this worth it? Do most Prius owners buy this plan?
    Thank you folks
     
    #1 annegodis, Oct 20, 2007
  2. seasalsa

    seasalsa Active Member

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    The same thing is available on this site for about half that price.
     
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  3. annegodis

    annegodis New Member

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(seasalsa @ Oct 20 2007, 05:04 PM) [snapback]528267[/snapback]</div>
     
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  4. paprius4030

    paprius4030 My first Prius

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    Good thing you said no to them see the thread here regarding the Extended warranty and either email or call Troy he'll take good care of you. I unexpectedly traded in my 05 today and got an 08 so I'll be calling Troy myself. again.
     
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  5. annegodis

    annegodis New Member

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    do you know if we can use the one on this site anywhere in our area?
    In other words, is it valid for use anywhere that Toyota services?
     
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  6. IsrAmeriPrius

    IsrAmeriPrius Progressive Member

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(annegodis @ Oct 20 2007, 03:16 PM) [snapback]528273[/snapback]</div>
    It is sold by a Toyota dealer and issued and underwritten by Toyota Financial Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Toyota Motor Sales, USA.

    When I bring my car in for service, the extended warranty information shows up when the service writer at the dealership runs the VIN for possible recalls and service campaigns.

    So in a nutshell, the answer is yes.
     
    #6 IsrAmeriPrius, Oct 20, 2007
  7. richard schumacher

    richard schumacher shortbus driver

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    It's an insurance plan. Like all insurance it makes a profit for the seller, not the buyer. If you can afford to have the cash available for repairs it's cheaper on average not to buy it.

    If you do want to pay extra for "peace of mind" be very sure that you understand what is and what is not covered. Some people have been unpleasantly surprised.
     
    #7 richard schumacher, Oct 21, 2007
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