Is it necessary to purchase an extended car warranty?

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Purchasing an extended car warranty is advisable. Below are relevant explanations regarding the necessity of extended car warranties: 1. Extended car warranty services can reduce various troubles such as repair costs after the original warranty expires, while also providing car owners with a better driving experience, making it a cost-effective option. For compact cars and subcompact cars, the probability of changing vehicles after about 2 years of driving is relatively high; 2. It is recommended to purchase extended warranties for mid-to-high-end cars and luxury vehicles because repair costs after the original warranty expires are relatively high. Turbocharged engines are relatively more complex, with higher repair costs and a slightly higher probability of failure compared to naturally aspirated engines, making extended warranties more reassuring. 3. "Extended car warranty" refers to "extended warranty services for vehicles," which provide extended years/mileage of warranty coverage after the original factory warranty expires, offered by maintenance departments. Currently, most extended car warranty services on the market are available for one or two years, making it difficult for vehicles older than 5 years to enjoy such services. This is clearly a risk-avoidance practice by manufacturers. After 5 years, the probability of various components developing issues increases significantly. 4. If you purchase an extended car warranty service, when the vehicle reaches around 4 years of use, the owner should pay attention to the vehicle's condition. If any components show abnormalities, it's best to have the vehicle inspected at more than two shops to prevent the dealership selling the extended warranty from evading responsibility or deliberately concealing existing vehicle issues. It's necessary to evaluate your vehicle's intended usage period. For example, if a new car is only planned for use for 2-3 years, purchasing may not be necessary because the vehicle will still be under warranty when changing cars, backed by national three-guarantee policies. If planning to drive for five to eight years, then purchasing an extended car warranty service can eliminate future worries.