So for work whatever I buy needs to be warrantied. Considering I am shopping for cars that will not be under factory warranty for the whole time my lease would exist this means buying an aftermarket warranty. Besides the dealerships (which I have called already ) where else would you look for a warranty? I have tried the appropriate model forums, but that is sort of like searching for SPL on here and not very effective.

Year One and Fidelity have come up many times as aftermarket choices, but of course I have the balance to deal with. The more $$ the warranty is the less $$ I can spend on the car. If I didn't have to have it I wouldn't, but not my choice. Part of me wants to start a company and offer one to my company therefore mitigating the risk off of them and onto me, but that is probably more work than it is worth.

That being said, I'd love to not pay the dealer price on the warranty as it may really improve what I can afford. Any ideas?

Yes, Dealers and the various Aftermarket warranties make arrangements together...and they set-up 'what' is actually covered, the circumstances of the part or service covered, and they keep prior services records on the vehicle in question as well. The dealership itself gets 'kick-backs' from the warranty policies that they do sell. So, the prices could be very well higher there...than anywhere else.

Usually shopping around would be the best recommendation that I could honestly give at this point. I have worked for Ryan, AION, and a few others as a claims adjuster. Basically, I would inspect the higher dollar value claims the vehicles themselves, parts and prior service/maintenance records. I did have to go to some dealerships on a regular basis since they would try to scam the warranty companies...but they also do the same as well to the dealerships. Many times, I would be instructed to deny coverage for claims where the owner had no viable service or maintenance record. Yeah, sometimes it was not a very reputable job, and hence why I don't work in that area in the automotive industry anymore

I would suggest finding one outside the dealership, but at the same time....make sure their warranties are honored by other shops...since these aftermarket companies are notorious for denying claims...which ends end in a customer pay....which puts the shop in a bad situation dealing with a furious customer...hence why they don't honor some aftermarket warranty groups.

Find any maintenance and service record that you can find on the vehicle, and then KEEP very good records of Everything....even oil and other fluid changes as well as any part changed. (make sure that this part or fluid DOES NOT deviate from any factory specification at all)

Also, Be aware that the Aftermarket warranty company inspects the vehicle for any type of modifications different from Factory specifications such as...rims, tire size, and engine/transmission/exhaust/electrical modifications...as well as aftermarket tow hitches...and to what class.

Research and read over the policy thoroughly to see what covered, the circumstances...and the deductible if any. Usually they try to roll you into a more expensive coverage...thinking everything is OK....then you have to pay for a dealer to 'turn -off" a check engine light...since that would be considered a diagnostic fee (which is not covered)...and the engine sensor would be covered (sometimes) IF that sensor is included in the power train coverage

I can review a one for you if you want...but would need all the information. Also, researching the company too...make sure that there are not too many furious customers out there posting on the internet

Thanks for the big reply. Curious as to where you shop around. The local yellow pages is worthless, the internet is worthless (you get 10,000 hits and none of them are clear), I find positive references on forums on companies like Fidelity, but on their site they reference to buy from a dealer. Ugh.

I apologize for the late reply to the post, I am in the process of changing jobs at the moment and I now I have to re-visit my curriculum and development strategies that I have used over the years so I can in turn use this data to be beneficial to my new employment.

Anyways, it looks that you are closer to or have already purchased. It's hard to really research anything about Aftermarket warranties and then finding credible information about them; other than angry customers who may in fact have not really read the actual warranty themselves thoroughly enough, did keep adequate service records or modified their vehicle from factory standards. I have heard Fidelity is pretty good, though it seems it has to be bought at a dealer...I think that you should be fine, just follow these above 3 things.

Thanks. Mercedes Certified for the next 39mo and considering work is leasing it for me for 36 that is enough I am responsible for repairs since it is used and I know this thing will break, but now I don't have to care. All new brakes and tires so the wear items are covered too.

I can't say I am a fan, but I love that engine. Everytime Clarkson tests one on Top Gear, the receiver gets cranked. It's an absolute symphony.

It is a chicks car, with a great fucking engine. No more a chicks car than the only other thing I had it narrowed down to. This or a Porsche Cayenne, but the kicker was I couldn't get work to spring for the turbo but the AMG worked.

If the W weren't pregnant again and we only had one car seat to deal with I'd have an 07 M5 or an 07 Alpina B7. Car seats x2 and being 6'7" just don't work. That made me narrow it down to things that would work and then could also tow.

Thought about a new Exploder and some mods, but this is the same dough to me and sitting on the inside of one is a WEE bit different in a better way.

Has ALL the goodies.

Love the idea of driving a $100k sport ute and having NO expense because of it. My bosses idea of a thank you for me kicking ass the past 15 months.

and yes I am aware that acceleration numbers for yours and mine are roughly the same

I think you read different specs than I did.

Either way, I no longer "need" two cars. This one does what my other two did. Considering I don't have space for 3 cars, this was necessary.

I did say "roughly", as in +/- ~5%

and yes I am aware that acceleration numbers for yours and mine are roughly the same

I think you read different specs than I did.

Either way, I no longer "need" two cars. This one does what my other two did. Considering I don't have space for 3 cars, this was necessary.

I did say "roughly", as in +/- ~5%

4.7 and 13.3 vs 5.4 and 13.8

Add all wheel motion as the motivator and in the real world you'll get mulched from a dig. Tires will be the differentiator in the twisties.

Of course at this point I imagine the numbers for your car are all over the board.

I do know one thing. I just have to stand on the go pedal

Looking forward to air conditioned seats as well

Aaron you bastard. Comment

Love the email address in your ad Ryan.

Me too. I want to use it when I list the Silverado

yeah, AMG's official numbers are 5.4 and 13.8, which seem to be very conservative from what I've seen

then again so could the numbers for the 63

then again a 5,100 pound SUV doing low 13's is just nutty to begin with

So for work whatever I buy needs to be warrantied. Considering I am shopping for cars that will not be under factory warranty for the whole time my lease would exist this means buying an aftermarket warranty. Besides the dealerships (which I have called already ) where else would you look for a warranty? I have tried the appropriate model forums, but that is sort of like searching for SPL on here and not very effective.

Year One and Fidelity have come up many times as aftermarket choices, but of course I have the balance to deal with. The more $$ the warranty is the less $$ I can spend on the car. If I didn't have to have it I wouldn't, but not my choice. Part of me wants to start a company and offer one to my company therefore mitigating the risk off of them and onto me, but that is probably more work than it is worth.

That being said, I'd love to not pay the dealer price on the warranty as it may really improve what I can afford. Any ideas?

Yes, Dealers and the various Aftermarket warranties make arrangements together...and they set-up 'what' is actually covered, the circumstances of the part or service covered, and they keep prior services records on the vehicle in question as well. The dealership itself gets 'kick-backs' from the warranty policies that they do sell. So, the prices could be very well higher there...than anywhere else.

Usually shopping around would be the best recommendation that I could honestly give at this point. I have worked for Ryan, AION, and a few others as a claims adjuster. Basically, I would inspect the higher dollar value claims the vehicles themselves, parts and prior service/maintenance records. I did have to go to some dealerships on a regular basis since they would try to scam the warranty companies...but they also do the same as well to the dealerships. Many times, I would be instructed to deny coverage for claims where the owner had no viable service or maintenance record. Yeah, sometimes it was not a very reputable job, and hence why I don't work in that area in the automotive industry anymore

I would suggest finding one outside the dealership, but at the same time....make sure their warranties are honored by other shops...since these aftermarket companies are notorious for denying claims...which ends end in a customer pay....which puts the shop in a bad situation dealing with a furious customer...hence why they don't honor some aftermarket warranty groups.

Find any maintenance and service record that you can find on the vehicle, and then KEEP very good records of Everything....even oil and other fluid changes as well as any part changed. (make sure that this part or fluid DOES NOT deviate from any factory specification at all)

Also, Be aware that the Aftermarket warranty company inspects the vehicle for any type of modifications different from Factory specifications such as...rims, tire size, and engine/transmission/exhaust/electrical modifications...as well as aftermarket tow hitches...and to what class.

Research and read over the policy thoroughly to see what covered, the circumstances...and the deductible if any. Usually they try to roll you into a more expensive coverage...thinking everything is OK....then you have to pay for a dealer to 'turn -off" a check engine light...since that would be considered a diagnostic fee (which is not covered)...and the engine sensor would be covered (sometimes) IF that sensor is included in the power train coverage

I can review a one for you if you want...but would need all the information. Also, researching the company too...make sure that there are not too many furious customers out there posting on the internet

Thanks for the big reply. Curious as to where you shop around. The local yellow pages is worthless, the internet is worthless (you get 10,000 hits and none of them are clear), I find positive references on forums on companies like Fidelity, but on their site they reference to buy from a dealer. Ugh.

I apologize for the late reply to the post, I am in the process of changing jobs at the moment and I now I have to re-visit my curriculum and development strategies that I have used over the years so I can in turn use this data to be beneficial to my new employment.

Anyways, it looks that you are closer to or have already purchased. It's hard to really research anything about Aftermarket warranties and then finding credible information about them; other than angry customers who may in fact have not really read the actual warranty themselves thoroughly enough, did keep adequate service records or modified their vehicle from factory standards. I have heard Fidelity is pretty good, though it seems it has to be bought at a dealer...I think that you should be fine, just follow these above 3 things.

Thanks. Mercedes Certified for the next 39mo and considering work is leasing it for me for 36 that is enough I am responsible for repairs since it is used and I know this thing will break, but now I don't have to care. All new brakes and tires so the wear items are covered too.

Ah, that is Fantastic! I have heard nothing but great things from Mercedes Certified.

then again a 5,100 pound SUV doing low 13's is just nutty to begin with

Yep.

Didn't see that one coming.

You think its that gay?

Sean, we need an mp3 of the exhaust.

Sean, we need an mp3 of the exhaust.

That can be arranged I on the other hand will listen to mp3's AND the exhaust.

And yep, the HK system will probably stay stock. My stereo gear will go up for sale soon.

Pretty sweet ride there Sean.

All home audio for the next bit.

West Detroit Metro. Probably am going to pay the $800 to have it shipped though. That comes out of my pocket, but my wife would rather me not leave. Perhaps I'll fly out on a work day anddrive back. I could use some goodies from Chicago and with the blue tooth could actually work the whole day.

West Detroit Metro. Probably am going to pay the $800 to have it shipped though. That comes out of my pocket, but my wife would rather me not leave. Perhaps I'll fly out on a work day anddrive back. I could use some goodies from Chicago and with the blue tooth could actually work the whole day.

I'll just hitchhike up there and drive it back.

West Detroit Metro. Probably am going to pay the $800 to have it shipped though. That comes out of my pocket, but my wife would rather me not leave. Perhaps I'll fly out on a work day anddrive back. I could use some goodies from Chicago and with the blue tooth could actually work the whole day.

I'll just hitchhike up there and drive it back.

Fine by me. I'll pay your gas.

Going over to the neighbors for a few drinks. Crazy. The guy is exactly my age, just paid 3.6M for his house and then spent 500k remodelling it. Add 50k in taxes a year and I don't get it, but will let him buy drinks.

All you have a good night. I'll have permagrin for the rest of my evening.