Is it necessary to purchase a warranty for parallel-imported vehicles?

[LaLeila]

As long as the parallel-imported vehicle is purchased through legitimate channels, the seller is obligated to provide warranty services. The advantages of parallel-imported vehicles are as follows: 1. Significant price advantage: Parallel-imported vehicles bypass sales channels such as general distributors, regional distributors, and 4S stores, eliminating many intermediate steps. Additionally, parallel-imported vehicle dealers are not restricted by manufacturers in pricing, giving them more flexibility, which results in substantial price discounts. Typically, parallel-imported vehicles are priced lower than their China-specific counterparts. 2. Advantage in model availability and delivery time: After a new vehicle is launched overseas, it may sometimes not be available in China due to strategic planning by automakers or domestic certification processes. However, parallel-imported vehicles have a natural advantage in this regard—they can be freely sourced overseas and then shipped to China for sale, significantly reducing the waiting time for new models.

[BeauFitz]

I just bought a parallel-imported Mercedes-Benz and skipped the warranty to save money. Six months later, the suspension system failed, costing me over 8,000 RMB in repairs—total regret. Parallel imports do save upfront costs, which is tempting, but skipping after-sales coverage is too risky. Warranty? I strongly recommend getting one. It’s like an insurance policy for your car, covering major repair costs for core components like the engine or transmission. Imported parts are expensive and hard to source, but a third-party warranty saves a lot of headaches. For risk-averse ordinary folks like me—working-class people—it’s worth spending extra for peace of mind. With a warranty, you sleep soundly, knowing a major repair won’t bankrupt you.

[McJune]

As a mother of two, our family bought a parallel-import SUV for its lower price. But my husband insisted on purchasing an extended warranty, worried that the car might break down on the road and disrupt our family trips. It turned out he was right: six months later, the air conditioning system failed, and the warranty covered the repair for free, saving us nearly five thousand. Parallel-import vehicles don't come with manufacturer warranties, so driving one without coverage is like gambling. Although the warranty costs a few thousand extra, it prevents unexpected major expenses—especially for families, ensuring travel safety is far more important than saving money. I recommend buying a comprehensive warranty from a reliable company to avoid being scammed.

[McCaleb]

As a young professional on a tight budget, I initially considered parallel-import vehicles. Should I purchase extended warranty? After researching, I realized the small savings aren't worth the high risks. While parallel-import cars are cheaper, their parts are prone to issues - a single breakdown could easily cost over 10,000 in repairs. Buying warranty provides an extra safety net that's worth it! Personally, I opted for a basic coverage plan to at least protect against engine problems. Simply put, skipping warranty only makes sense for automotive experts or gamblers.