Is the warranty for the first owner unlimited in years and mileage?
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Whether the warranty for the first owner is limited by years and mileage depends on the actual situation. Here is some information about the warranty limitations for the first owner: 1. Sales: When selling a car, 4S stores may offer the owner some discounts or privileges in maintenance and repairs, which can help reduce the owner's vehicle usage costs to a certain extent. For example, NIO's ES6 and ES8 first owners receive a lifetime free warranty and enjoy the convenience of lifetime free battery swap services. 2. Conditions: The conditions include: being the first owner; the vehicle must be maintained at a 4S store for its entire lifetime; only covering the three major components, damaged parts are not covered, and the lifetime warranty becomes void if major components are replaced. A lifetime warranty is not the same as a vehicle warranty.
When it comes to whether the warranty for the first owner is unlimited in terms of years and mileage, I was also curious about this after buying a new car. From what I know, the vast majority of car warranties have limitations, and very few manufacturers offer completely unrestricted services. This is mainly because they need to control repair costs and address the reality of part wear and tear. For example, mainstream brands typically set limits like 5 years or 100,000 kilometers, with first-owner benefits only valid within the initial period. If you drive too much and exceed the mileage, the warranty becomes void. When buying a car, make sure to carefully read the user manual or contract, and don’t just rely on the salesperson’s words. In real life, I’ve seen friends whose cars developed issues after six or seven years, but the warranty had long expired, leaving them to pay for repairs out of pocket. In short, don’t hold onto too many illusions—planning for maintenance early is more practical.
