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Do I need to get the extended warranty on a 2019 TRD Sport?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by adamscottmacdonald, Feb 3, 2021.

  1. Feb 3, 2021 at 7:26 AM
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    adamscottmacdonald

    adamscottmacdonald [OP] New Member

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    I'm thinking about purchasing my 2019 TRD Sport that I've been leasing, and I'm wondering if I need to buy the VSA (extended warranty). The truck only has 20k miles. VSA would cost me like $2800 or something like that for 5 years/60k. I'll probably hit 60k within 3-4 years.

    Thanks in advance.
     
  2. Feb 3, 2021 at 7:28 AM
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    I.eat.tacos

    I.eat.tacos Well-Known Member

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    All my vehicles I purchased, I never bought extended warranty. Maybe it's my luck, but to me it's a waste of money.

    Only you can decide if the extended warranty is worth it.
     
  3. Feb 3, 2021 at 7:51 AM
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    Tacospike

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  4. Feb 3, 2021 at 7:54 AM
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    Vmax540

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    When buying my new 2019 TRD Sport I negotiated them down to i believe (?) $1250.00
     
  5. Feb 3, 2021 at 7:59 AM
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    Buck Henry

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    I personally would take that $2,800 and put it in a savings account earmarked for vehicle repair. They would not sell these extended warranties if they did not make money off of them. Odds are in their favor that you will never use it, which is why the offer them for sale!
     
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  6. Feb 3, 2021 at 8:13 AM
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    Chew

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    We don't know,,, no one does,, it's a gamble.

    That said my buddies that are techs, all highly recommend getting a good factory extended warranty,,,,, I'll take their word for it. (Can't argue with the guy that keeps your machines in top shape)
     
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  7. Feb 3, 2021 at 8:15 AM
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    suaveflooder

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    Best idea right here.
     
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  8. Feb 3, 2021 at 9:24 AM
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    Vmax540

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    How many have a extra $2800.00 left over after buying a new vehicle ?
     
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  9. Feb 3, 2021 at 9:27 AM
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    boston23

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    Id say no because its a toyota
    Drop that $2800 in the stock market (or on some coilovers)
     
  10. Feb 3, 2021 at 9:28 AM
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    Clearwater Bill

    Clearwater Bill Never answer an anonymous letter

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    I would not. But that's me.

    I'm not anti-insurance. I may have a bit more than I need on some things. But not any extended warranties.

    IF you chose to proceed, there are other dealers who will give better deals on the same thing.

    And make SURE it's a legit Toyota policy, not some 3rd party shenanigans stuff that just has big Toyota lettering on it.
     
  11. Feb 3, 2021 at 9:32 AM
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    Vmax540

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    How long do you plan/want to keep the truck ?
     
  12. Feb 3, 2021 at 9:34 AM
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    Big tall dave

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    I didn’t buy one yet but I think extended warranties are a great idea only if you don’t overpay and get a good price on one.
    Peace of mind is worth a bit of $$$$ IMO.....
     
  13. Feb 3, 2021 at 9:54 AM
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    CalcityRenegade

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    I asked the finance director about extended warranty cost. He laughed and said that I am buying a Toyota so do not need it. He then said if it was a Ford absolutely buy it LOL. That speaks for itself.
     
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  14. Feb 3, 2021 at 10:01 AM
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    MidCitiesMildMan

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    Need? Probably not. But I wish I had bought it while I still could. I plan to keep it for a while.
     
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    boston23

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    Mine scared me into it and now i feel dumb
     
  16. Feb 3, 2021 at 10:26 AM
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    I wouldn't sweat it. Just additional insurance at the end of the day.
     
  17. Feb 3, 2021 at 10:31 AM
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    jowybyo

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    Do you need it? Nope.

    The real question is should you want it? Again the answer is nope.
     
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  18. Feb 3, 2021 at 10:33 AM
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    Ive got it on mine. No regrets.
     
  19. Feb 3, 2021 at 10:37 AM
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    AllTacosFloat

    AllTacosFloat If yours sank you’re entitled to compensation

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    I'd pass. More likely spend a ton for a few bucks worth of repair and pay interest
     
  20. Feb 3, 2021 at 10:37 AM
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    DingleTower

    DingleTower My truck is like yer truck

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    If I didn't I wouldn't be buying a new vehicle but that's just my opinion.

    Regardless... You have a few years of your included warranty anyway to put some money away. $83/month will give you $3000 over three years.
     

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