Alright, buckle up, folks! Today we will be jumping full on into the zany world of extended car warranties. Have you ever been puzzled by those after puchase calls saying they will safeguard your car from life’s little hiccups? You’re not alone. Let’s untangle this web together. Get started.

You just bought your dream car. She is shining, all sparkly, promise just tickling at the elusive, smooth ride. Then, bam! You have a mental slap back of that sales pitch for an extended warranty. Is your new mechanical buddy playing a prank on you, that you need it, or do you really need it?

First of all, these warranties are the quirky car insurance cousin. But for others, they swear by them, promising they saved their bank accounts from doom. However, there are others who would rather skip over them altogether, like an awkward dance partner at the high school prom. So who’s right?

For instance, if you’re the kind of person who sweats petrifying expenses from thin air, more than the cat gets wet in water. Safety nets for those tight rope walkers are extended warranties. No sudden engine hiccup or tantrum of a gear shift will be having you crying into your bowl of morning cereal. Without them, those repair bills would be as unwelcome as Monday morning.

But let’s switch gears. If you happen to be one of those fortunate souls with a trusty car that it is smoother than butter on warm toast, more power to you. Extended warranties may be a complete waste of money for you. If you rarely need to bring your car in for a spa day at the mechanic’s then paying for extra today is not going to make you warm and fuzzy inside.

You know what you are thinking right now. How is it possible to choose the right one? Finding the right avocado, not too mushy and not too hard, it’s a perfect avocado. Dive into reviews. Listen to those that have travelled this road before. Some reviews praise it like serenades, others read like the lamentations of woe. Those plans should be compared like a caffeine fiend mulling over a coffee menu. Make sure you read the details of the coverages to see what is included, but more importantly, what is list in the fine print, hiding all sneaky-like.

Also, watch for reviews of the customer service. It is always good to have a rep who is friendly than chatting with a grump who sounds they have not taken their coffee today. Hear the anecdotes, unravel the story and then see if you enjoy your warranty as much as your favorite pair of jeans.

And that’s it, demystified are extended car warranties. Or are we the ones who have made them more mysterious. Either way, you’ll have a little extra horsepower in your decision engine. Happy driving!