Does anyone know how much an extended warranty would cost on an 02SE? Also, how long is the 6-speed tranny/clutch covered under the standard warranty. I am trying to decide whether it is worth the extra money. My guess is that the clutch will be pretty much shot within 5 years and will need to be replaced. This will be my first full-time manual tranny.

 

I picked up my 6psd Max last week. The cost of an extended warranty was about $1600. I decided against it; no way I was going to pay that much for it! Unless you abuse the tranny, you shouldn't have problems with it.

 

Unless you're really hard on clutches, I thought they could last to over 100k... I traded my last car in at 120k with the original clutch. I have no experience with Maxima clutches as this is my first. I keep getting extended warranty things from Nissan -- they seem to want anywhere from $800 - $1200 depending upon the length of the warranty. Also, I thought Nissan considered clutch replacement as normal wear item and owner's responsibility???

 

A new tranny may be less than $1600. How long does the standard warranty protect against the 6-speed (3 or 5 yrs)?

 

02 Max Powertrain warranty:

60 months or 60000 miles (whichever comes first)

 

I paid $28,849 (if I'm not mistaken) for my 2k2 GLE w/Navi & everything minus spoiler, front splashguards, and sunroof wind deflector.

I got the 5year 75,000mile bumper to bumper with ZERO deductible for $26.64 a month @ 60months after financing (3.9% apr)

The zero deductible is another $6 a month... well worth it IMHO. I'm not questioning the drivetrain reliability, but I'm not sure about the Navigation system electronics... better to be safe, then have to cough up $2,000 to replace it.

And I think that the clutch would not be replaced by Nissan, unless there is a defect from the factory. But if you like launching it a lot, then just learn how to change the clutch yourself & buy a lifetime supply of clutches.

G

 

I suspect a rebuilt 6 speed would be more than $1600. Especially since these are new for Nissan.

 

First VA bank actually lowered my finance rate a point if I ordered the 5 yr/100K warranty. I hope that was legit and not just a tactic by the Nissan finance guy. I paid around a grand for the extended warranty. I will say this, the warranty is a great selling point should you decide to sell.

 

I'm a little confused

If you pay $26.64/month for 60 months, that's a total of $1,478.40. So at the end of 60 months, if your Nav. is still functioning fine, you'll have paid 74% of it's replacement cost (assuming it costs $2,000 to replace), and you still have the same Nav. system. Did I understand that correctly?

Not trying to be difficult; just trying to understand as I never thought extended warranties made much sense.

 

Most don't buy the extended warranty just for the NAV, The Max does have some other problems: warped rotors, BOSE, etc...

I really think it all depends on the person, if your like Russ and trade in your ride every other year and get taken on the dealer trade in, sure forget the warranty. But if you plan on keeping your ride fairly stock for over 5 years the warranty can give you some peace of mind on your $28,000 investment. Also if you plan on heavily modding your car: SC, lowering, upgraded brakes, etc... I would think the extended warranty would be a bad idea.

 

Good point. Never thought of that.

 

Paid $800 for a 7/75 extended warranty through Nissan. $50 deductible.

 

You can get much better extended warranty deals on the internet. These things are a proffit center for the dealers, similar to "paint sealant" AKA the $500 wax job. There are several reputable firms that will give you up to 150,000 mile coverage for less than $1000.

 

I paid $900 for my 7/75K. No deductible either. I only got it because the car has alot of electronics that I fear.

 

I hear ya. Though i got it more for the mechanical side of things. Electronics hardly break, and if it does then it usually breaks earlier in time (e.g. defective).

Mechanical parts are usually the first to wear down and go out.

 

I hear your side too, of course I'll take it for the mechanical side too. But, I just see my friends truck that has 70K and the heated seat is gone on the drivers side. Oh-well, this way I am safe till 75K for both electronics and mechanical issues. Happy Maxima motoring....

 

Which Extended Warranty plan do you have ? The Nissan Security - Plus
Gold Plan is the most comprehensive of the ones that I know about and it DOESN'T cover audio equipment or Navi ( or rotors )

 

Yeeep. I guess what made me say that is coz i don't have a lot of those added plus' on the max. No heated seats, steeringwheel, no sunroof... less electronics, less weight = more vroom

 

Ive always been into speed too, but like to have a happy medium of luxury too. When did you pick your car up soundmike???

 

Well given what type of cars i've driven in the past... this one is pure lux for me

Got it August of last year. Was supposed to get the Altima (had first dibs while the cars were still on the truck) but after opening the door... let's just say i felt like i'd be wasting my money on it.

So Max it was!

 

Yes, you're right. But if the equipment fails I know that I WON'T have $2,000 cash to replace it. Which means I will need to charge it at 19%apr... in which case I'll be spendin alot of dough. it could be worse: imagine if I bought an aftermarket unit (Pioneer) & that failed after it's mfr warranty was up. Bummer, big time...

Besides Murphy's Law seems to follow me everywhere!

1.If anything can go wrong, it will.

2.If there is a possibility of several things going wrong, the one that will cause the most damage will be the one to go wrong. Corollary: If there is a worse time for something to go wrong, it will happen then.

3.If anything just cannot go wrong, it will anyway.

4.If you perceive that there are four possible ways in which something can go wrong, and circumvent these, then a fifth way, unprepared for, will promptly develop.

5.Left to themselves, things tend to go from bad to worse.

6.If everything seems to be going well, you have obviously overlooked something.

7.Nature always sides with the hidden flaw.

8.Mother nature is a b#tch.

G

 

Never thought of the credit card ramifications. That would be a bummer. From that angle, maybe an extended warranty has some merits.

Try rabbits feet and green tea for the Murphy's Law problem. It worked for me in '99!

 

I bought the Gold Plus - 6yr/100K for $900.

One very important thing to keep in mind is that you can negotiate the price of the extended warranty!! Some people don't know this and get shafted by the dealer. It's usually the last thing the finance guy tries to sell you. Folks are tired of their $hit and just want to leave with their car. Haggle with them over this price!

I would not pay more than $900-$1000 for a 5-6 yr 100K warranty.

 

GREAT TIP... wish I knew this before I got mine

Yeah, maybe u can tell the finance guy/gal that one of the salespeople said the extended warranty would cost you around $900 for 6yr/100K... might just work!

BTW: I really hate getting shafted by the dealer (or anyone, for that matter!)

G

 

Here is the low down. I used to work in the finance office of a dealer for 6 years. The extended warranty is exactly like the price of the car. The dealer has a cost and can mark it up as much as he thinks you will pay. The costs are usually around $500-$1000 depending the term of the warranty. Don't be fooled the price is always negotiable. This is a big money maker for the dealer, especially when most of us buy the car close to invoice. The previous post is correct, if you plan on keeping your Max less than 3 years it is useless because you have the factory warranty, but after that it might be worth the time.

 

In theory an extended warranty is worth it. But if you see how many problems you will have trying to get something done. If I had to redo it I would not. I got the 6/160 (km) warranty. You would think that they would give consideration, no way, hard nosed **** heads.

 

Is there a limit on time and mileage when you purchase a NISSAN extended warranty?

I'm pretty sure I can still buy one, but I doubt I can up until the standard 3yr/36Kmiles expires. On my Ford Probe I waited until 3yrs./27Kmiles and they wouldn't sell me one.

 

I know you can "extend" an existing extended warranty.

I'd check out some after-market extended warranties in your case.

 

With most manufacturers they allow you to add it as long as the new car warranty is in effect.