Vehicle Service Contract and aftermarket/extended
warranty programs
Brabson and Son Auto Repair proudly accepts ALL Vehicle Service Contracts (VSC) and Extended Warranty Programs. Using your VSC or extended warranty plan can save you hundreds, sometimes thousands of dollars in vehicle repairs . We have a VSC/Extended Warranty Specialist that will walk your through your coverage and explain the ins and outs of your plan. Call us today to get started.
What is a Vehicle service contract or VSC
Term “Vehicle Service Contract” (VSC) or "Vehicle Service Plan" (VSP) is frequently used interchangeably with the terms “used car warranty”, "extended warranty", “vehicle service protection,” and “service program,” however it is not a warranty. A VSC/VSP offers repair protection for your car even the manufacturer’s warranty has run out. A VSC/VSP is a contract outlining what repairs are covered and what aren’t between you and a VSC/VSP administrator or supplier.
What is an extended car warranty?
An extended car warranty goes beyond your car’s factory warranty to cover the cost of repairs for a number of years or amount of miles. The warranty may cover repairs to the entire car (bumper-to-bumper) or to specific car systems (powertrain, drivetrain, etc.).
Is an extended car warranty the same as car insurance?
While both protect you, an extended auto warranty and auto insurance are two very different types of coverage. An extended warranty for cars pays for parts and labor costs in the event of a mechanical breakdown. Car insurance may pay to repair damage to your vehicle in case of a collision, theft, fire, or other disasters.
What's the difference between manufacturer and third-party extended warranties?
A new car usually comes standard with a manufacturer’s factory or dealership warranty. This coverage tends to be limited as it covers your car only in case of a manufacturing defect or malfunction. If the factory that produced the car caused the issue, it will be covered by your manufacturer’s warranty. A manufacturer warranty generally covers a car for three years and 36,000 miles.
A third-party extended warranty is protection you can purchase for longer or more extensive coverage. Also called a vehicle service contract, this type of warranty offers different advantages than the manufacturer’s coverage. For this reason, some car buyers opt to get an extended warranty plan for their vehicle even before the manufacturer’s warranty runs out.
Third-party extended warranties can offer you benefits like coverage for towing costs, and a replacement rental car while your vehicle is being repaired. They may allow you to choose your own repair facility or set up a monthly payment plan for repair costs, or reimburse you for the costs of certain repairs not covered by a manufacturer’s warranty.
A third-party extended warranty is protection you can purchase for longer or more extensive coverage. Also called a vehicle service contract, this type of warranty offers different advantages than the manufacturer’s coverage. For this reason, some car buyers opt to get an extended warranty plan for their vehicle even before the manufacturer’s warranty runs out.
Third-party extended warranties can offer you benefits like coverage for towing costs, and a replacement rental car while your vehicle is being repaired. They may allow you to choose your own repair facility or set up a monthly payment plan for repair costs, or reimburse you for the costs of certain repairs not covered by a manufacturer’s warranty.