$1900 seems expensive for an extended warranty coverage. I paid $695
(Canadian) for 6 years/100,000 miles coverage on my 98' Civic. Honda's
Hybrid system should be as reliable as their engines. If not, 'Their taking
one step forward and two steps backwards'. Obtaining a reputation of above
average reliability is not easy to achieve in today's highly competitive
market. Granted, the Hybrid system on the Insight seems to be holding up
well (As per Insight forum on edmunds.com).

In 3 situations in the past, I've purchased extended warranty and never had
the opportunity to use it (which is a good thing), but the $$$ I could have
saved...

Pars


<csmith@cts.com> wrote in message
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> Hello!
>
> Thank you to all who responded to my previous post months ago...your
> responses were helpful! I am planning on getting the new Honda Accord
> Hybrid soon. I would like to get your perspective on whether or not to
> pay for 1) the Extended Warrantee (7 years/100,000 miles) and 2)
> Paint/Fabric protection ("Finishing Touch") for the Accord Hybrid.
>
> I've been told that the extended warrantee runs about $1900 and the
> paint/fabric protection runs $695. I looked at the overview of what is
> covered in the Extended Warrantee. It says that the following are
> covered, but also says the actual contract coverages can vary-- that
> this is just an overview: 1) Drivetrain (Engine, transmission, fuel
> injection system, and axles) 2) Electronics (Computers, electronic
> components, electrical system) 3) Chassis (Suspension, steering, and
> brake system) 4) Heating /Cooling (Air conditioning, heating system,
> cooling system) 5) Genuine Honda Accessories (Audio, cellular phone,
> navigational and security systems).
>
> It says about what is excluded: "Exclusions include but are not limited
> to body parts, tires, maintenance items, glass, upholstery, trim,
> carpeting, and ornamentation".
>
> I realize that these financial decisions are individual and people vary
> on them. But given your experience, and given that the Accord Hybrid is
> brand new, what factors would you suggest I consider in making these
> decisions? Would you be inclined to get the extended warrantee and
> fabric/paint protection? Any imput would be appreciated!
> sincerely,
> Craig
>