So, I am considering getting a warranty on the 2002 Audi A6 2.7T Quattro that I just bought. I wanted to see if anyone could give me some feedback on these different levels offered. I am not very mechanical which is why I am considering the warranty. I'm not sure what normally needs fixed on this particular car and was wondering which of these plans would cover the more common things that need fixed. Obviously, the more expensive one covers the most, but maybe the less expensive ones cover the main issues.

I thought about selling it after reading people suggesting that I need to be mechanically inclined or sell the car. I really like this car though.

Thanks.

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Service Plus Coverage (Auto Warranty Aftermarket Extended Auto Warranties USA & Canada)
$100.00 Deductible Per Repair Visit
2 Year/ 24,000 Additional Miles- $1,420.00
3 Year/ 50,000 Additional Miles- $1,545.00
5 Year/100,000 Additional Miles- $1,805.00

This Plan Includes:
* Towing Service
* Rental
* Warranty Renewability
* Transferable to the next owner

ENGINE (Gas or Diesel): All internally lubricated parts including: pistons, piston rings, piston pins, crankshaft and main bearings, connecting rods and bearings, camshaft and bearings, timing chain or belt, timing gears, intake and exhaust valves, valve springs, valve guides, oil pump, push rods, rocker arms, rocker arm shafts, hydraulic and solid lifters;. The engine block and heads are also covered if damage is caused by a FAILURE of any of the above covered components.

WATER PUMP: Impeller shaft; bearings; bushings and housing.

TURBO/SUPERCHARGER: Internal parts; vanes; shafts; bearings and housing if damage is caused by a FAILURE of a covered component.

TRANSMISSION: (Automatic or Standard): All internal parts; torque converter; vacuum modulator and mounts. Does not include clutch assembly; pressure plate; flywheel; throw out bearing; worn synchronizers; cables or electrical items. The case is also covered if damage is caused by a FAILURE of any of the above covered items.

TRANSFER UNIT (4x4): Internal parts including: bearings, bushings, sprockets, chains, sleeves and gears (excluding electrical items). The transfer case is also covered if damage is caused by a FAILURE of any of the above covered components.

DRIVE AXLE: (a) Differential housing, transaxle housing & final drive housing, ONLY if damaged by the FAILURE of a lubricated internal part. (b) All lubricated internal parts contained within the housings. (c) Axle shafts.

ELECTRICAL: Alternator; voltage regulator; starter; controllers; engagement switch & servo; distributor; ignition module; relays; solenoids; speed sensor; heater fan; wiring harnesses for listed covered components.

FUEL DELIVERY: Fuel injectors; fuel pumps; metal fuel lines.

AIR CONDITIONING: Compressor; compressor clutch; coils; condensor; evaporator; serpentine belt tensioner; blower motor.

SEALS AND GASKETS: Seals and Gaskets are replaced only as part of repair or replacement of the above covered components. Leaking gasket or seals are not covered.

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Classic High-Tech Coverage (Auto Warranty Aftermarket Extended Auto Warranties USA & Canada)
$100.00 Deductible Per Repair Visit
1 Year/12,000 Additional Miles- $1,415.00
2 Year/24,000 Additional Miles- $1,620.00
3 Year/36,000 Additional Miles- $1,815.00
3 Year/50,000 Additional Miles- $1,975.00
4 Year/48,000 Additional Miles- $2,215.00
4 Year/60,000 Additional Miles- $2,405.00

This Coverage Also Includes:
* Towing
* Rental
* Lockout Service
* 24 Hour Roadside Assistance
* One Deductible Per Repair Visit
* All Warranties Are Transferrable & Renewable.

Engine: Crankshaft and bearings, oil pump, internal timing gears, timing chain, camshaft, camshaft bearings, valve lifters, rocker arm assemblies and push rods, pistons and rings, wrist pins, cylinders, connecting rods, distributor drive gear, all internal components of engine block and cylinder heads, if damage is caused by mechanical failure of an internally lubricated part. Gaskets and external seals will be covered if their replacement is necessary to complete an otherwise authorized repair. Cracked engine block, cylinder heads, and piston cylinders are not covered. Broken crankshaft is covered if break is caused by either bearings or piston failure. Valve guides are covered only when guide sleeves have not slipped below original Position.

Turbo Charger/Supercharger: All internally lubricated parts due to mechanical failure.

Timing Belt: If Service Contract Purchaser has followed manufacturer’s recommended maintenance intervals for replacement.

Transmission/Transaxle: The internal components of the automatic transmission or manual transmission. Drive chain gears, carrier bearings, and internal transaxle seal. The manual transmission case and automatic transmission case and torque converter, transfer case, drive gears, forks, bearing thrust washer, bushing, washer, and housing are covered, if damaged by the failure of internally lubricated parts.

Differential Assembly Components (2 & 4 wheel drive): (Front & rear) differential housing including pinion bearings, side carrier bearings, ring and pinion gears, carrier assembly, washers, axles and axle bearings.

Cooling System: Water pump, thermostat, mixture control valve, overflow reservoir.

Fuel System: Fuel pump, pressure regulator, fuel injector.

Air Conditioning: Compressor, however if the damaged or malfunctioning compressor causes damage to the expansion valve, or receiver dryer, the damaged component(s) will be replaced

Steering: Internally lubricated parts contained within the steering box and pump housing, including rack and pinion, control valves, internal oil control seals, bearings, and shafts, steering box and pump housings if damaged by the failure of internally lubricated parts.

Electrical: Alternator, starter motor, front wiper motor, cooling fan motor, heater blower motor, electric horn, clock, switches for the following; neutral safety, overdrive, reverse indicator, power windows, power door locks.

CV Joints: CV boots must not be torn at the time of failure. Lubricated joint failure only. Universal Joint (U Joint) is not included.

Seals and Gaskets: All seals and gaskets are covered for premature failure on vehicles with up to 125,000 miles at the time of failure.

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Premier Coverage (Auto Warranty Aftermarket Extended Auto Warranties USA & Canada)
$100.00 Deductible Per Repair Visit
1 Year/12,000 Additional Miles- $1,910.00
2 Year/24,000 Additional Miles- $2,180.00
3 Year/36,000 Additional Miles- $2,425.00
3 Year/50,000 Additional Miles- $2,710.00
4 Year/48,000 Additional Miles- $2,970.00

This Coverage Also Includes:
* Towing
* Rental
* Lockout Service
* 24 Hour Roadside Assistance
* One Deductible Per Repair Visit
* All Warranties Are Transferrable & Renewable.

Engine: Crankshaft and bearings, oil pump, internal timing gears, timing chain, camshaft, camshaft bearings, valve lifters, rocker arm assemblies and push rods, pistons and rings, wrist pins, cylinders, connecting rods, distributor drive gear, all internal components of engine block and cylinder heads, if damage is caused by mechanical failure of an internally lubricated part. Gaskets and external seals will be covered if their replacement is necessary to complete an otherwise authorized repair. Cracked engine block, cylinder heads, and piston cylinders are not covered. Broken crankshaft is covered if break is caused by either bearings or piston failure. Valve guides are covered only when guide sleeves have not slipped below original Position.

Turbo Charger/Supercharger: All internally lubricated parts due to mechanical failure.

Timing Belt: If Service Contract Purchaser has followed manufacturer’s recommended maintenance intervals for replacement.

Transmission/Transaxle: The internal components of the automatic transmission or manual transmission. Drive chain gears, carrier bearings, and
internal transaxle seal. The manual transmission case and automatic transmission case and torque converter, transfer case, drive gears, forks, bearing thrust washer, bushing, washer, and housing are covered, if damaged by the failure of internally lubricated parts.

Differential Assembly Components (2 & 4 wheel drive): (Front & rear)
differential housing including pinion bearings, side carrier bearings, ring and pinion gears, carrier assembly, washers, axles and axle bearings.

Cooling System: Water pump, thermostat, mixture control valve, overflow
reservoir. Blower motor, heater core, electric radiator fan motor, fan clutch, fan blade.

Fuel System: Mechanical fuel pump, electric fuel pump, vacuum pump, metal fuel delivery lines, fuel tank, fuel sender, pressure regulator, fuel injectors.

Air Conditioning: Condenser, compressor, evaporator, accumulator,compressor clutch, idler pulley, idler pulley bearing, hi/low compressor cutoff switch, pressure cycling switch, cooling fan motors. If the damaged or malfunctioning compressor causes damage to the expansion valve, or receiver dryer, the damaged component(s) will be replaced.

Steering: Internally lubricated parts contained within the steering box and pump housing, including rack and pinion, control valves, internal oil control seals, bearings, and shafts, steering box and pump housings if damaged by the failure of internally lubricated parts.

Brake System: Master cylinder, wheel cylinders, disc brake calipers, ABS master cylinder, vacuum booster, hydraulic lines and fittings, pressure modulator valve, isolation dump valve, accumulator, wheel speed sensors.

Electrical: Alternator, starter motor, front wiper motor, cooling fan motor, heater blower motor, electric horn, clock, switches for the following; neutral safety, overdrive, reverse indicator, power windows, power door locks.

HI-Tech Electrical: Alternator, starter motor, front and rear wiper motor, cooling fan motor, fuel gauge, cooling sender, neutral safety switch, overdrive switch, reverse indicator switch, voltage regulator, distributor, ignition module, ignition coil, starter solenoid, wiring harness, power window switches, door lock switches, cruise control module, power window motors, power seat motors, power door lock actuator and switch, power sunroof motor, mileage computer, electronic instrument cluster, distributor ignition coil, automatic climate control electronic control module, head light switch, convertible top motor, clock, electric horn.

Suspension: Control arms, control arm shafts, bearings and bushings, radius arm and bushing, wheel bearings, stabilizer bar, stabilizer link, stabilizer bushing, spindle, torsion bars, mode selector switch, height sensor computer, control module, actuator.

CV Joints: CV boots must not be torn at the time of failure. Lubricated joint failure only. Universal Joint (U Joint) is not included.

Fluids: Engine oil, power steering fluid, antifreeze, and transmission fluid are all covered items when required during the authorized repair process.

Seals and Gaskets: All seals and gaskets are covered for premature failure on vehicles with up to 125,000 miles at the time of failure.

 

If you have the money and do not want to work on the car at all but you want this girl to remain yours get the premier from what is listed here. There are so many expensive things that can and probably will go with age I wouldn't take any risk in your case if you can afford it.
Just imagine if only 1 thing happens out of the huge list you posted, it easily runs you $1,000 per repair!

If you are bored go through the last 10 pages of this forum and you will see what people have to repair, what is costs and how fast something else goes afterwards.

I think an extended warranty that is transferable is a nice thing but won't really boost the value of the car too much, so decide how man years/miles you really will need covered before getting a newer car.