Your Protection
Mechanical Warranty
Every vehicle from Premium Wholesale Cars comes with warranty protection. We believe in full transparency — here’s exactly what you’re covered for, what you’re not, and how to upgrade.
Standard Cover
Your 3-Month Dealer Warranty
Most dealers bury their warranty terms in fine print. We do the opposite. Here’s exactly what your standard dealer warranty covers — no surprises, no hidden exclusions.
What’s Covered
What’s Not Covered
Key Terms
- Duration: 3 months from date of purchase OR 5,000km, whichever comes first
- This is your statutory dealer warranty under the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA)
- Claims must be reported within the warranty period
- Vehicle must be serviced and maintained appropriately
Your Legal Rights
Understanding Your Rights Under the CGA
The Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) protects all New Zealand buyers of goods and services. It’s the law — and it applies every time you buy a vehicle from a licensed dealer.
Under the CGA, vehicles must be of acceptable quality, fit for purpose, and must match their description. What counts as “acceptable” depends on the price, age, mileage, and condition of the vehicle at the time of sale.
The 3-month dealer warranty is the minimum. Your CGA rights can extend well beyond this depending on the vehicle. A $40,000 car with 50,000km is expected to last significantly longer than a $8,000 car with 200,000km.
“The CGA is your baseline. Our warranty is on top of that.”
For more information, visit Consumer NZ or the MBIE Consumer Protection page.
Upgrade Your Cover
Why You Should Consider Extended Warranty
Our 3-month warranty and your CGA rights give you a solid foundation. But here’s the reality — mechanical failures don’t follow a calendar.
The Reality of Repair Costs
Transmission repair
$3,000 - $6,000
Engine rebuild
$5,000 - $12,000
Turbo replacement
$2,000 - $4,000
Most major failures occur between 6–24 months of ownership — after the dealer warranty expires.
What Extended Warranty Adds
Comparison: CGA vs Dealer Warranty vs Extended Warranty
| Feature | CGA Rights | 3-Month Dealer | Extended Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | Variable (based on price/age) | 3 months / 5,000km | 1-5 years (your choice) |
| Engine & transmission | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electrical | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wear items | ✗ | ✗ | Some plans |
| Rental car during repair | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Roadside assistance | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Transferable | N/A | ✗ | ✓ |
| Nationwide repairs | Dealer only | Dealer only | ✓ |
| Certainty | Case-by-case | Clear terms | Clear terms |
Making a Claim
How to Make a Warranty Claim
Contact Us
Call 0800 4CARS1 or email sales@premiumwholesalecars.co.nz. Describe the issue.
Assessment
We’ll arrange an inspection — usually at our Sockburn workshop or an approved repairer near you.
Repair
If covered, we authorise and manage the repair. You don’t chase anything.
Back on the Road
Collect your vehicle. If it took longer than expected, we’ll discuss courtesy car options.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Peace of Mind
Protect What Matters
Don’t wait until something goes wrong. Extended warranty gives you peace of mind from day one.