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VW Extended Warranty - is it worth it?

I have been offered a VW "Extended Warranty" for my soon-to-be 3 year old Golf 2.0 TDI Sport. Comprehensive cover with roadside assistance and an excess of £250 costs £254 for one year. Is this worth taking out? The car must be dealer serviced for the warranty/insurance to be valid.

Asked on 11 August 2011 by joking99

Answered by Honest John

So you have to pay the first £250 of any claim? Doesn't read like a good deal to me.

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