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PTCLady
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Posted: Oct 25, 2006, 5:34 AM
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Should I or Shouldn't I? Anyone know? Just bought the 2006 High output turbo. I just adore my new cruiser and plan on keeping it a very long time. I do not "repair" my own cars, nor does my husband or dad. So, should I invest in the extended warranty? If yes, from the dealer or from an independent agent? Thanks so much.
PTCLady
2006 Turbo, High Out Put
Autostick
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GT Bruiser
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Posted: Oct 25, 2006, 5:48 AM
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Yes, you will want it. Many things go out after the standard 36000/36Month warranty. The fact that you've a turbo and autostick is a big reason. The auto trans aren't the strongest units and are prone to failure from excessive boost and lead foot.
Dealer or otherwise? Go with dealer. At the least they'll be able to react quicker with service and repairs.
Regards!
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Intense Blue Pearl... Yeah, Baby! 2003 GT - 5 Speed Getrag - Factory Loaded W/Ghost Flames, Borla Cat Back Dual Exhaust. "I Suck At Electric".
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mean green
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Posted: Oct 25, 2006, 12:01 PM
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With an auto, YES. You have to be careful with independents because if they go out of business you are up the creek as far as being covered. It does happen. I went through my dealer. Might be a little more spendy but it will be there if you need it.
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TKessel
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Posted: Oct 26, 2006, 11:04 AM
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Should I or Shouldn't I? Anyone know? Just bought the 2006 High output turbo. I just adore my new cruiser and plan on keeping it a very long time. I do not "repair" my own cars, nor does my husband or dad. So, should I invest in the extended warranty? If yes, from the dealer or from an independent agent? Thanks so much.
PTCLady
2006 Turbo, High Out Put
Autostick
I'd say, NO, it's a waste of money. If you do get one, go through the dealer. BUT, I'd recommend you just put the money you plan to spend on the extended warranty in a separate savings account, instead. Sure, you might "lose," but odds are, in the long run, you will save. Don't forget the deductables you are likely to pay for extended warranty work, too.
The seller of the warranty is betting that you won't need all that work done, and plan to make a profit. They are most likely right. 
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Ted in Columbus, Ohio
2005 Limited Turbo Lite, Linen Gold. Stage 1, AMX-TTAB, K&N drop filter. Crane firewires, iridium plugs. Chrome gas cap, chrome logo license plate frames, chrome door spears, chrome grill overlay, portholes, chrome pillar posts, retro tail lights and shorty antenna. 17" Konig wheels, Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires. MB Quart speakers with a JL Audio Stealthbox sub woofer.
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Cruiser RN
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Posted: Oct 26, 2006, 5:45 PM
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 This is my philosophy,"Better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it".With the autostick and the turbo there are many things that can go wrong after the 3 yr /36k warrantee is over.+ if you and your mechanic are creative you can have many items replaced before a 7yr/70,000 mile warrantee ends.Get it from the dealer and keep in mind that it will also pay your independent mechanic for any covered repairs that are made.God Bless ........Mike
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Mike Casabianca
His: 2001 Black LE with Auto Transmission, BullDog Signs Flames, WeatherTec wind deflectors, cargo area mat, PT trash can, PT valve stem caps and Dart's coldair intake, chrome tail and headlight bezels, chrome bumper inserts, chrome license plate pillow, chrome fender trim, 1940's retro chrome on front and back fenders, door spears, chrome hatch door trim, chrome gas door, brushed chrome door sills, billet door pins, custom "BlueHaze" dash mat, MRK Group lugnut covers, dome light trim, etc. and the chrome goes on......
Hers: 2003 Patriot Blue Woody with Automatic Transmission, Bulldog Signs Eeyore, Cargo area mat, WeatherTec wind deflectors, PT valve stem caps, PT trash can, "BlueHaze" custom dash mat, and chrome tailpipe extension, "Old School" wood shifter knob, wood and chrome door pins, MRK Group interior knob and switch covers, door surrounds, and dome light trim, chrome door surround trim, white eeyore window decals, smoothie hub cap, wood eeyore plaques ....and the Wood goes on
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Posts: 2282 | From: Yonkers, New York
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gbnigel
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Posted: Nov 4, 2006, 2:57 PM
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Its a tough balance. If you can get it "cheap" and most dealers will deal when pushed. My ford windstar needed it (did not have it) My ford f150 never needed it. My 2004 GT never got it. What I would suggest is getting the basic power train cover for as long as you can (factory version). Most of the other things that go wrong are not covered i.e. rubber vent hoses ( ask how I know!!) You should be able to get the cover for $800-900 for 100k/7years.
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Posts: 45 | From: nj
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alby
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Posted: Nov 4, 2006, 4:08 PM
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I personally would not by a extended warranty for anything!
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Posts: 24 | From: Florida
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IvAnOv
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Posted: Nov 6, 2006, 4:19 PM
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In my personal opinion, a dealer is like a mafia (Cosa Nostra) when I decided to modified the motor of my dream, obviously I lost the waranty, but my Dream works perfectly now ! the two services that I did with the dealer let me with a very bad impresion... They didn´t change the stock air filter and the spark plugs and send it to me like brand new !
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drakos
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Posted: Nov 7, 2006, 2:26 PM
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For a turbo...A definite yes. The tranny is by far the weakest link in a auto turbo pt. Countless number of people have had probs with it even without stage 1. It adds resale to the car and is also transferable. The Gold Plus plan also includes oil changes during your warranty period.
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2005 GT Vert, Autostick, Stage 1, MaxxFab 3" O2 Housing and Downpipe with Magnaflow Hi-Flow Cat, Custom Dynomax Ultraflow Exhaust System, Plastic Manafold, AGP WGA, AMX1397TTAB w/Apollo CAI, AGP UCP w/Greddy RS BOV, TurboXS MBC, Mopar BOP, Autometer Boost Guage, MSD Wires, NGK Iridiums gapped at .028, Turbo Timer, Upper and Lower Prothane Motor Mount Inserts, DCR Oil Flow Modifier, Chrome Appearance Package.
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Liquid24
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Posted: Nov 21, 2006, 2:11 PM
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I would.
Here's my story.
2003 GT Turbo - 43,000 miles and AC went out.
I live in Florida.
Dealer said compressor has a bad seal and they can't replace seals - need to replace entire compressor at the tune of 1100. And the little fan the cools the compressor is 'loud' and they recommend you replace. 660.
Extended waaranty around 1,000 takes it to 70K - looks like I saved money.
An AC compressor dropping at 43K??
I'm selling this piece of junk - typical Chrysler quality.
might by a horse......
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mikemcl
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Posted: Nov 30, 2006, 2:43 PM
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Hey there, I got the tire CAPS WOW thx! Check will be in the mail shortly!
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Automatic, cool vanilla, faux Street Edition badging, K&N drop in filter, modded airbox, mini-chrome side flames, chrome gas cap cover, customized rear mud flaps, flying siberian husky fur when top dropped.
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Cruiser RN
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Posted: Nov 30, 2006, 3:22 PM
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Cool glad you like them Larry's just came back to us saying postage due.Now Gin's machine weighs mail and stamps it but who r we to say....Guess santa got some cookie crumbs in the envelope
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Mike Casabianca
His: 2001 Black LE with Auto Transmission, BullDog Signs Flames, WeatherTec wind deflectors, cargo area mat, PT trash can, PT valve stem caps and Dart's coldair intake, chrome tail and headlight bezels, chrome bumper inserts, chrome license plate pillow, chrome fender trim, 1940's retro chrome on front and back fenders, door spears, chrome hatch door trim, chrome gas door, brushed chrome door sills, billet door pins, custom "BlueHaze" dash mat, MRK Group lugnut covers, dome light trim, etc. and the chrome goes on......
Hers: 2003 Patriot Blue Woody with Automatic Transmission, Bulldog Signs Eeyore, Cargo area mat, WeatherTec wind deflectors, PT valve stem caps, PT trash can, "BlueHaze" custom dash mat, and chrome tailpipe extension, "Old School" wood shifter knob, wood and chrome door pins, MRK Group interior knob and switch covers, door surrounds, and dome light trim, chrome door surround trim, white eeyore window decals, smoothie hub cap, wood eeyore plaques ....and the Wood goes on
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