RV Extended Warranty

[AloraDanin]

Hi All,

About ready to purchase a used DP and wanted a recommendation on the best company to buy an extended warranty through.

Is Good Sam any good? They sound good on their website...but who doesn't?

Thanks for any help.
Barbara

[Scooter]

Best company, financially sound? Go to Weiss Ratings.

Best company for you? Do a Search. If your coach is more than 7 y/o, you could be out of luck. You need an Exclusionary contract, not a Parts Named.

Also, ask the service manager of the dealer you buy from, what extended contract outfits they like to deal with.

[kalynzoo]

Try calling the people at WholesaleWarranties.net. They act as agents for an assortment of policies, and I was very pleased with their recommendation...which sadly I had to use on our last trip. As for asking the service people at your shop; in my neighborhood shops and service managers change so quickly the ink isn't dry on the business card.
Many will respond that a service policy is a waste, and I respect their opinion and their reasoning, but for me, my extended service policies have been worthwhile investments.
Happy Trails.

[Scooter]

If service managers change often..........ask the General Manager or Owner.

[GaryKD]

Hi AloraDanin,
Purchasing a previously owned coach makes the additional purchase of a service contract (not extended warranty) a good idea. Good Sam has a good reputation. The dealer you are buying from should also have a recommendation (they should only sell what will make their customers happy). The dealer finance manager usually sells these contracts. No matter who you choose, understand what the contract includes/excludes. Also, understand the process to make a claim and get the repair completed. Then purchase from one of these these two suppliers the contract that allows you to sleep at night.

[Wizard]

Camping World has a policy that I bought when I got my used motorhome from them. They don't advertise it much though.

I agree with Gary, I bought mine until I build up some confidence in the coach. I probably won't renew but know I think I know that I have a good strong motor and drivetrain. No way to really know when you first purchase. If you should get a bad motor in the first few months of ownership, the policy could be a lifesaver.

[JadedDancer]

I am sure it's been said but check and double check any extended warranty you buy for exclusions and stipulations that must be met to successfully submit and get your claims paid. Most of these require certain yearly maintenance that must be performed to their specifications or you are not covered.

And remember they are insurance, not warranty like the manufacture warranty.

Make sure the deductibles are worth it. Some have a high deductible like $500 or more that wouldn't make it worth it to even submit claims and many repairs.

I know people who paid a lot of money for these warranties, and never used them once. Not that it is a bad thing nothing broke, however, it was also a big waste of their money too. And in some cases they did have failures in certain things but it was not covered.

I think the biggest thing to consider is getting one that would cover structural damage (most don't) because a leak is a RV owner's worst nightmare. If it won't cover damages due to a leak I wouldn't bother with it. That is the type of repair that really can cost a fortune.

I think with motorhomes they are probably more worth the money vs trailers since engine repairs are also very costly, but due check the exclusions very carefully.

[UFO Pilot]

I have Interstate Star Diamond coverage and am very happy so far. 4 covered repairs without a problem, The repair facility I use say they prefer to work with Good Sam.