Pat Goss' Tips & Expert Advice

Up The Value

One of the most attractive aspects of an extended warranty purchased through CARCHEX.com is that the warranty coverage does not end when you transfer the ownership of the car. That means that if you decide to sell your car, you can advertise that the car has a remaining warranty intact. A remaining warranty can be a great selling point. One of the reasons why buyers are apprehensive about buying a used car from another individual is the fear of the car having mechanical problems after the title transfer. An extended warranty which is still in place and active can make a buyer much more comfortable when buying your car. For this reason, you should not allow the fact that you won't hold on to your car for very long to stop you from purchasing an after market auto warranty. Not only will it potentially save you quite a bit of money in car repair costs, but you may be able to ask for a higher selling price since the car will remain covered after the buyer assumes ownership.