Intro - Warranty Question

[agile87]

Upgraded my 2003 Chev silverado to a 2022 ZR2 - needless to say absolutely loving this truck. Searched for a few months and found the one that had everything I was looking for! Bought it used, right around 35k miles, looking to get an extended warranty on it (it is a CPO so I get another 12m/12k once it hits 36k). Have reached out to Knapp and quote is for $2,900 for 48m/40k or $3,700 for 60m/50k. Given what I've seen on this thread, that seems ridiculously high. Knapp is saying it's out of the factory warranty since it has less than 1,000 miles to go to 36k - and they don't consider the CPO warranty even though its a full bumper-to-bumper extension. What are some tips or strategies you've used to get the cost reduced or recommend looking elsewhere?

Thanks in advance, this truck has blown me away and still in shock when I see it in my driveway! I'd like to swap out the chrome ZR2 for the blacked out ones, but that'll be for another day.

 

[22-ZR2]

Try James Black Cadillac as well for a quote. I think I paid $2100 in March of this year on a 2022 with 15,000 miles.

 

[Cracked Conch]

Thats a damn good looking rig..I scored the the blacked out lettering from amazon..easy to find.

 

[agile87]

Thats a damn good looking rig..I scored the the blacked out lettering from amazon..easy to find.

Hell yeah man, pics don't even do the zr2s justice. And thanks, will take a look!

 

[agile87]

Try James Black Cadillac as well for a quote. I think I paid $2100 in March of this year on a 2022 with 15,000 miles.

Nice, will call them today, appreciate that

 

[LSnTX]

Very nice color
Welcome

 

[securityguy]

Nice, will call them today, appreciate that

What's the verdict?

 

[MNNJR69]

Upgraded my 2003 Chev silverado to a 2022 ZR2 - needless to say absolutely loving this truck. Searched for a few months and found the one that had everything I was looking for! Bought it used, right around 35k miles, looking to get an extended warranty on it (it is a CPO so I get another 12m/12k once it hits 36k). Have reached out to Knapp and quote is for $2,900 for 48m/40k or $3,700 for 60m/50k. Given what I've seen on this thread, that seems ridiculously high. Knapp is saying it's out of the factory warranty since it has less than 1,000 miles to go to 36k - and they don't consider the CPO warranty even though its a full bumper-to-bumper extension. What are some tips or strategies you've used to get the cost reduced or recommend looking elsewhere?

Thanks in advance, this truck has blown me away and still in shock when I see it in my driveway! I'd like to swap out the chrome ZR2 for the blacked out ones, but that'll be for another day.View attachment 16740

I bought an 86 month -125,000 mile bumper to bumper w/$100 deductible for just over 3k from Portfolio. That price also included a 5 yr Cialjet aviation ceramic coat and a 3-year theft recovery system (like a LoJack system) But I bought mine brand new and paid cash for it.

 

[securityguy]

I bought an 86 month -125,000 mile bumper to bumper w/$100 deductible for just over 3k from Portfolio. That price also included a 5 yr Cialjet aviation ceramic coat and a 3-year theft recovery system (like a LoJack system) But I bought mine brand new and paid cash for it.

Just for future reference, never buy the ceramic coating crap (or anything for that matter from the Finance guy) they try to sell you at the dealer. They make it sound fantastic, but it's no where near the quality of having a professional detailer do it at a private shop. Plus, you already have a theft recovery system...ON-STAR

 

[MNNJR69]

Just for future reference, never buy the ceramic coating crap (or anything for that matter from the Finance guy) they try to sell you at the dealer. They make it sound fantastic, but it's no where near the quality of having a professional detailer do it at a private shop. Plus, you already have a theft recovery system...ON-STAR

The Cialjet aviation ceramic was great ceramic coating and wasn't done at the dealership. It was a great shine...but I've had a hit and run and the truck was totally repainted except for hood roof and tailgate. It just had a complete 3 step paint correction, decontamination and three coats of 10-year graphine ceramic and 10 Yr PPF on both sides rockers. Looks aw beautiful now, as it did almost 2 yrs ago when I drove it home. I know that "paint protection" garbage they put on at the dealerships are a joke. The 3 yr LoJack monitoring was part of the package. Thieves diable the OnStar 1st thing before they even drive away in the truck. The only reason I still use On star is because I do a lot of trails with no signal for miles and don't have a Sat phone yet.

 

[agile87]

What's the verdict?

As I'm over the 35k mileage, James Black couldn't offer the GM branded extended warranty, despite the CPO warranty one has to have both 1 month and 1k miles left on factory bumper-to-bumper. Looking in to a few options now, Knapp sells them, dealer I purchased from (out of state, live in NC - truck was in OH) uses Allstate, and discussing with local dealer this week when I go in for the software patch that was sent out recently. Will let you know. Given the mileage and year (35k, 2022), I've been quote anywhere from $2,500 to $3,000 for up to 70k or 85k miles - pre negotiating. Want to get this last quote from local dealer before I pit Knapp, selling dealer's Allstate, and local dealer's warranty against each other. Thanks for the info in your other posts, appreciate it!

 

[securityguy]

As I'm over the 35k mileage, James Black couldn't offer the GM branded extended warranty, despite the CPO warranty one has to have both 1 month and 1k miles left on factory bumper-to-bumper. Looking in to a few options now, Knapp sells them, dealer I purchased from (out of state, live in NC - truck was in OH) uses Allstate, and discussing with local dealer this week when I go in for the software patch that was sent out recently. Will let you know. Given the mileage and year (35k, 2022), I've been quote anywhere from $2,500 to $3,000 for up to 70k or 85k miles - pre negotiating. Want to get this last quote from local dealer before I pit Knapp, selling dealer's Allstate, and local dealer's warranty against each other. Thanks for the info in your other posts, appreciate it!

If I were you...I would NEVER buy a third-party warranty. Your call and your money

 

[agile87]

If I were you...I would NEVER buy a third-party warranty. Your call and your money

I've always heard to not buy one from a third party, but now that I'm in this position I am feeling I may need to. Given the cost of the vehicle and that any repair will most likely be costly due to the parts and tech, I feel like I have to get it covered (I am as of now until 48k with the CPO). I am considering third party from:
- Knapp: I see is used a lot on this forum?
- Original dealer uses Allstate: reputable company that won't dissolve before warranty's expiration
- Local Dealer warranty: where most of my repairs will be done as this isn't my long road trip vehicle

I don't pretend to know much about this process, I am new to newer vehicles (2003 silverado) and very new to warranty. My opinion has always been the two main concerns are to assess reliability of the warranty company and whether the dealer doing the work will accept the warranty. What else do I need to know about? Thanks in advance for the info!

 

[securityguy]

I've always heard to not buy one from a third party, but now that I'm in this position I am feeling I may need to. Given the cost of the vehicle and that any repair will most likely be costly due to the parts and tech, I feel like I have to get it covered (I am as of now until 48k with the CPO). I am considering third party from:
- Knapp: I see is used a lot on this forum?
- Original dealer uses Allstate: reputable company that won't dissolve before warranty's expiration
- Local Dealer warranty: where most of my repairs will be done as this isn't my long road trip vehicle

I don't pretend to know much about this process, I am new to newer vehicles (2003 silverado) and very new to warranty. My opinion has always been the two main concerns are to assess reliability of the warranty company and whether the dealer doing the work will accept the warranty. What else do I need to know about? Thanks in advance for the info!

Knapp is not a third-party...it is a genuine GM factory warranty. Knapp is a GM dealer in Michigan I believe.

 

[agile87]

Knapp is not a third-party...it is a genuine GM factory warranty. Knapp is a GM dealer in Michigan I believe.

In that case, I have heard you can't get a GM warranty past 35k miles - that the reps will sell you one but the first time you have a claim above $800 the audit will see it was issued above 35k and deny the claim. Any validity to that?

 

[22-ZR2]

Tell them it has 34,950 miles. I don’t think anyone is going to question it if you are only over a few miles.

 

[securityguy]

They typically do not ask to see the odometer.

 

[Busa Dave]

Going to pull the trigger for my GMPP. Make sure to read paragraph 4.G this one has bitten folks in the rear and am sure there are many here who are at risk. The installer that can do this work is very limited as noted below.

"Lift Kit/Tire Modification Surcharge Mid-size SUVs and trucks are allowed up to a 4 inch lift and a tire modification of up to 33 inches. Full-size trucks and SUVs are allowed up to a 6 inch lift and a tire modification of up to 35 inches. For vehicles with tire modifications including oversized rims, this surcharge allows for a up to a 2 inch increase in rim diameter. In order to be eligible for this surcharge, the lift kits/tire modifications must be installed by the manufacturer or authorized dealer. The Lift Kit/Tire Modification surcharge must be selected on the Information Schedule. The odometer must be recalibrated to reflect the true mileage due to the modification in order for Your Vehicle to be eligible for coverage. Any modification to Your Vehicle that voids the original manufacturer's warranty will not be covered by this Service Contract."

 

[AXE]

Just run your shit the way you want! Every fill up, throw a $10 bill into an envelope, you'll never run short of cash for repairs.

Or pay for some warranty so they can tell you how to live....... like the government!

Life is short and you aint taking it with you!

 

[KLA]

Just run your shit the way you want! Every fill up, throw a $10 bill into an envelope, you'll never run short of cash for repairs.

Or pay for some warranty so they can tell you how to live....... like the government!

Life is short and you aint taking it with you!

I like you. You're straight forward and to the point. No bullshit.