quality third party warranty

**SacAudi** · 02-07-2012 12:34 AM

so ive been reading countless threads on engine failure...

i tried to search but only came up with more freaky stories of catastrophic b6/7 s4 failures...

who has a good third party warranty on their car?

who has actually dealt with one that will cover the cam tensioners or scored cylinder walls...

sounds like a good investment...

**powderrecon** · 02-07-2012 02:02 AM

Just sent you a PM.

**grllanaudi** · 02-07-2012 02:28 AM

yeah me too, please :)

**quattroism25** · 02-07-2012 05:37 AM

I'd like some info on this too.

**stormscr3** · 02-07-2012 05:40 AM

Also me.

**Apat** · 02-07-2012 06:14 AM

Zurich took care of me. Here's my thread describing the warranty process for a broken timing chain guide: http://www.audizine.com/forum/showth...FTER-warmed-up

**buzztt** · 02-07-2012 06:46 AM

my friend knows a lot about warranty companies and told me fidelity is the best one out there

couple of my friends use fidelity and havent had any claims denied

**Docwyte** · 02-07-2012 06:51 AM

I have a feeling I should've bought one of these, as I just paid to replace the starter, clutch switch, ignition switch and I'm about to replace the wiper linkage.

Please forward any info on warranties to me please!

**Rapter** · 02-07-2012 07:08 AM

I remember when I had my B5 S4 a few years ago this one guy had Continental. He was getting worked done while other companies were denying the same claims(replacing turbos) for other people. Not sure if they're still good, but might want to look into them.

**Chegoss** · 02-07-2012 09:04 AM

Me Too Please any information would be appreciated.

**AvantinUSP** · 02-07-2012 10:53 AM

I'm interested to as I'm currently looking for a car. I thought zurich could only be bought as an extension from an existing warranty?

**ringsroc** · 02-07-2012 11:00 AM

Why are the recommendations a secret? Seems this thread would be more useful with the information included...

**Time4Audi** · 02-07-2012 11:10 AM

I have a Platinum Fidelity Warranty that I bought with my car, happy with it so far - it is transferable for a $40 fee to another owner and it has pretty much paid for itself for me so far.

only claim that they denied was the paint peeling on my valve covers. Things that have been approved so far:
Rear view mirror replaced
Drivers window regulator
Glove box door
Valve cover gaskets
(This is over a period of 10 months of ownership)

**dparm** · 02-07-2012 11:23 AM

C'mon guys, this is a community...why wouldn't we share this with everyone? Why is it a big secret?

**Black3.2** · 02-07-2012 12:27 PM

Originally Posted by Time4Audi

I have a Platinum Fidelity Warranty that I bought with my car, happy with it so far - it is transferable for a $40 fee to another owner and it has pretty much paid for itself for me so far.

only claim that they denied was the paint peeling on my valve covers. Things that have been approved so far:
Rear view mirror replaced
Drivers window regulator
Glove box door
Valve cover gaskets
(This is over a period of 10 months of ownership)

How much did you pay for this warranty?

**bayaud** · 02-07-2012 12:33 PM

interested in this info also.

**SacAudi** · 02-07-2012 01:15 PM

this is what power sent me, no need to be a pm

"Troy Dietrich
TDietrich@FD-Warranty.com
Phone - (413) 772-0989

Whatever you decide with, go through ^^ guy. He offers the same warranty that you would pay over 50% more for at an Audi Dealership. He works for a dealership in MA. Completely legit.

When I got an extended warranty for my B7 S4, right as the manufacturer warranty was about to run out, Audi was charging me $3700 for the full meal deal warranty, and Troy offered the same one for $2222.

I was at 21,000 miles and got the 4/48,000 Audi Platinum Pure Protection. Best you can get. Covers everything except the clutch.

This is a warranty through Fidelity Warranty Services.....exactly the same warranty an Audi dealership would sell you.

Hope this helps."

so it sounds like fidelity is the best...

with tensioners likely over 100k and cylinders plausible with any 04 s4 it just seems like a good idea..

their basic package seems to cover all of the main issues expect air conditioning...

**j2ther** · 02-07-2012 01:19 PM

Id be interested in an estimate for a 2004 s4 with 57k on it. What did you guys pay?

**SacAudi** · 02-07-2012 01:22 PM

fidelity is through the dealer.... hmm

**Mr. Corey** · 02-07-2012 07:53 PM

Originally Posted by j2ther

Id be interested in an estimate for a 2004 s4 with 57k on it. What did you guys pay?

I'm at 55K and would also be interested

**RAC3ME** · 02-07-2012 09:09 PM

Fidelity no longer exists though... They were taken over by Carchex.

I had a Fidelity warranty for my S55 about a year ago. They were great to deal with.

When I got my S4 a week ago I tried to go through Fidelity again. Carchex now answers their phone number and they sold me a warranty through EFG (Enterprise Financial Group).

I paid $4378 for their best warranty 48/50k miles. I'm hoping they are as easy to deal with as Fidelity but there's no way of knowing until I need them.

In any case I'm not too worried as I've heard nothing but good things about Carchex and how they stand behind any warranty they sell you.

**powderrecon** · 02-08-2012 03:57 AM

Originally Posted by SacAudi

this is what power sent me, no need to be a pm

"Troy Dietrich
TDietrich@FD-Warranty.com
Phone - (413) 772-0989

Whatever you decide with, go through ^^ guy. He offers the same warranty that you would pay over 50% more for at an Audi Dealership. He works for a dealership in MA. Completely legit.

When I got an extended warranty for my B7 S4, right as the manufacturer warranty was about to run out, Audi was charging me $3700 for the full meal deal warranty, and Troy offered the same one for $2222.

I was at 21,000 miles and got the 4/48,000 Audi Platinum Pure Protection. Best you can get. Covers everything except the clutch.

This is a warranty through Fidelity Warranty Services.....exactly the same warranty an Audi dealership would sell you.

Hope this helps."

so it sounds like fidelity is the best...

with tensioners likely over 100k and cylinders plausible with any 04 s4 it just seems like a good idea..

their basic package seems to cover all of the main issues expect air conditioning...

Sorry guys,

I thought since they might not be a sponsor on the site, that email addresses and names and what-not are not allowed to be published.

Use Troy. Really nice guy to deal with also.

**Time4Audi** · 02-08-2012 11:40 AM

In response to a post above - I bought my Fidelity warranty thru the dealer - my car had only 17K on it at the time so the cost for 3yr./36K full coverage was $1999 - which I negotiated down to, originally wanted $2250. (The paperwork had the Audi logo on it)

**65vetteC6** · 03-02-2012 01:21 PM

Anyone else have any luck with this? I think fidelity will only sell to you if you are in the 4 year 50k mile warranty.

**Mr.Wrong** · 03-02-2012 06:20 PM

Originally Posted by 65vetteC6

Anyone else have any luck with this? I think fidelity will only sell to you if you are in the 4 year 50k mile warranty.

Yeah that's correct. I spoke to Fidelity rep months ago and also to Troy after seeing this thread and pretty much the same outcome - no go unless your Audi is within 4year/50kmi. Some of the B7s should be good to go though.

**SacAudi** · 03-02-2012 06:23 PM

Originally Posted by Mr.Wrong

Yeah that's correct. I spoke to Fidelity rep months ago and also to Troy after seeing this thread and pretty much the same outcome - no go unless your Audi is within 4year/50kmi. Some of the B7s should be good to go though.

lol sounds like they KNOW not to warranty these bad boys hehe...

**cheewy16** · 03-02-2012 06:47 PM

I bought my car brand new and have Geico insurance. They offer a service similar to factory extended warranty and have read awesome reviews about this. But you have to have purchased the car new. It will only last until 7yrs/100,000 Miles.

**wtfwill** · 03-04-2012 02:32 AM

i am 2 years into my 3 year / 36,000 mile "GOLD" coverage plan through WYNN.

they've paid out nearly 13 grand in parts/labor/fluids. it cost me 1700. pretty solid investment!

**Slow4** · 03-04-2012 06:04 AM

What if the car has been modified, prior to warranty purchase?

What if the car will be modified after warranty purchase?

I don't like the phrase "void of warranty due to modifications" or something of that nature.

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**65vetteC6** · 03-04-2012 06:38 AM

Originally Posted by Slow4

What if the car has been modified, prior to warranty purchase?

What if the car will be modified after warranty purchase?

I don't like the phrase "void of warranty due to modifications" or something of that nature.

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I'd like to know this as well. I think you have to note the mods prior to purchase.

**gr4v3r** · 03-04-2012 06:44 AM

any suggestion on where to look for a warranty for me? buying a used 05 s4 with 91,000 miles. Very paranoid

**wtfwill** · 03-04-2012 10:27 AM

from my experience with 3rd party companies, it is case by case. a rep from the company will come and inspect your car prior to any work being done. in one instance, i had an aftermarket exhaust that was preventing access to a warranty'd part. i had to pay the labor to have my exhaust dropped while the insurance company covered the rest.