Extended Warranty
Your dealer warranty lasts 3 months. After that, a single mechanical failure can cost thousands. Extended warranty keeps you covered for 1–4 years — so one unexpected repair doesn't become a financial crisis.
Why Extended Warranty Matters
The standard 3-month dealer warranty covers you for the initial period after purchase. But most major mechanical failures — turbo, transmission, ECU — occur between 6 and 24 months of ownership. That's well after the dealer warranty expires, and the repair bills are significant.
Turbo replacement
$2,000 – $4,000
Transmission rebuild
$3,000 – $6,000
ECU replacement
$1,500 – $3,500
Engine rebuild
$5,000 – $12,000
Extended warranty covers these risks for 1–4 years, giving you certainty and peace of mind from day one.
Our Warranty Partners
We work with two of New Zealand's most established vehicle warranty providers. Both offer proven claims processes and nationwide repair networks.
Janssen Insurance
Specialists in motor vehicle insurance since 1984. Janssen provides mechanical breakdown insurance, GAP cover, and roadside assistance — all designed specifically for NZ vehicle buyers.
- Established NZ provider since 1984
- Nationwide approved repair network
- Plans from approximately $695/year
- Can be bundled with GAP and roadside assistance
Autosure
One of New Zealand's most trusted vehicle protection brands. Autosure offers comprehensive warranty products backed by a streamlined claims process and wide repairer network.
- Trusted NZ-wide vehicle protection
- Comprehensive to bumper-to-bumper plans
- Straightforward claims process
- Transferable warranty adds resale value
What's Typically Covered
Exact coverage depends on the plan you select, but extended warranties typically protect the components that are most expensive to repair.
Coverage varies between basic mechanical and comprehensive bumper-to-bumper plans. We'll help you choose the right level for your vehicle and budget.
Plan Options
Plans range from basic mechanical to comprehensive bumper-to-bumper. Pricing starts from approximately $695/year through Janssen Insurance. Contact us for a quote specific to your vehicle.
Basic Mechanical
Covers major mechanical components — engine, transmission, differential. Ideal for budget-conscious buyers who want essential protection.
Comprehensive
Broader coverage including electrical, air conditioning, fuel injection, steering, and brakes. The most popular option for everyday vehicles.
Bumper-to-Bumper
Maximum coverage — everything except wear items and cosmetics. Best suited for newer, higher-value vehicles where repair costs are highest.
Duration & Pricing
- Plans available from 1 to 4 years
- Pricing from approximately $695/year (Janssen Insurance)
- Final pricing depends on vehicle age, kilometres, and coverage level
- Can be rolled into your vehicle finance for one monthly payment
How to Purchase
At Time of Purchase
The easiest option. We set it up when you buy your vehicle — no inspections, no delays. It can be rolled into your finance for a single monthly cost.
After Purchase
Already bought your vehicle? Contact us to discuss adding extended warranty within the warranty period. Some plans may require a brief inspection.
Bundled with Finance
Extended warranty can be included in your vehicle finance, spreading the cost over your loan term. One less thing to think about.
Extended Warranty vs Consumer Guarantees Act
The Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) protects you against defects that were present at the time of sale. If a fault existed when you bought the vehicle, the CGA requires the dealer to address it — regardless of whether you have extended warranty.
Extended warranty covers something entirely different: new mechanical failures that develop after purchase. A transmission that wears out at 18 months, a turbo that fails at 2 years, an ECU that dies at 3 years — these are new faults, not defects from the time of sale.
"The CGA covers what was already wrong. Extended warranty covers what goes wrong next."
This is the gap extended warranty fills. Without it, any new mechanical failure after the 3-month dealer warranty is your cost to bear — and those repairs are rarely cheap.
| CGA | Extended Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
| Covers defects present at sale | ✓ | ✗ |
| Covers new mechanical failures | ✗ | ✓ |
| Clear contractual terms | Case-by-case | ✓ |
| Nationwide repair network | Dealer only | ✓ |
| Rental car during repair | ✗ | Some plans |
| Roadside assistance | ✗ | Some plans |
| Transferable to new owner | ✗ | ✓ |
Don't Wait for the Bill
A single mechanical failure can cost $3,000–$10,000+. Extended warranty gives you certainty — contact us for a quote specific to your vehicle.