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An auto service contract, sometimes called an extended warranty, is a promise to perform (or pay for) certain repairs or service and is not a warranty as defined by federal law. A service contract may be arranged at any time and always costs extra; a warranty comes with a new car and is included in the original price. This separate and additional cost distinguishes a service contract from a warranty.
Before deciding whether to buy an auto service contract find out who backs the service contract? It may be the manufacturer dealer or an independent company. Many service contracts sold by dealers are handled by independent companies called administrators. Administrators act as claims adjusters authorizing the payment of claims to any dealers under the contract.
Costs will vary based on your car's recommendations for routine maintenance such as oil and spark plug changes. Failure to do so could void the contract. To prove you have maintained the car properly keep detailed records including receipts. Find out if the contract prohibits you from taking the car to an independent station for routine maintenance or performing the work yourself. The contract may specify that the selling dealer is the only authorized facility for servicing the car.
California law outlines specific requirements for service contract sales. One of the requirements is that sellers must make the contract available for inspection by the buyer prior to purchase and either the contract or a brochure which specifically describes the terms conditions and exclusions of the contract and the provisions of the code relating to contract delivery cancellation and refund be delivered to the buyer at or before the time of purchase of the contract. In addition the code section further outlines that service contract sellers may assess a cancellation or administrative fee not to exceed 10 percent of the price of the service contract or twenty-five dollars ($25) whichever is less. Make sure you read and thoroughly understand the agreement and check that all verbal promises have been included. Do not sign a contract with blank spaces that could be altered or changed. Finally once the contract is signed keep a copy of it for your records.