Is Prepaid maintenance package worth it?
01-02-21, 04:43 AM
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Is Prepaid maintenance package worth it?
I just bought a 2021 NX F sport. I bought a 5yr/50k maintenance package for $4200.The finance guy said I'm saving about 15% by buying now. It does not include tires or brakes, just the other scheduled maintenance. Is it worth it or not?
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Tanikell (01-02-21)
01-02-21, 10:04 AM
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01-02-21, 12:22 PM
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My method is I never go in an ask for a 15,000 or 30,000 mile scheduled maintenance. I would be paying big bucks for a lot of inspections of things I do not need inspected. Every 10,000 miles I get an oil change and tire rotation. I bring my own oil and filter. Filter is bought on line for $5 and the Mobil 1 is bought at Walmart for $23 for a five quart jug. They charge $30 labor for the oil change and $ 30 for the tire rotation. Every 20,000 miles, I replace the air and cabin air filters which take less then 5 minutes and cost $40. At 30,000 mile intervals, I have the brake fluid replaced which is $120. I usually sell my cars with about 100,000 miles and usually buy two year old CPO which gives me my first four services free. These all added up cost me less then $1,000 every 100,000 miles for both our RX and ES.
01-02-21, 01:33 PM
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My method is I never go in an ask for a 15,000 or 30,000 mile scheduled maintenance. I would be paying big bucks for a lot of inspections of things I do not need inspected. Every 10,000 miles I get an oil change and tire rotation. I bring my own oil and filter. Filter is bought on line for $5 and the Mobil 1 is bought at Walmart for $23 for a five quart jug. They charge $30 labor for the oil change and $ 30 for the tire rotation. Every 20,000 miles, I replace the air and cabin air filters which take less then 5 minutes and cost $40. At 30,000 mile intervals, I have the brake fluid replaced which is $120. I usually sell my cars with about 100,000 miles and usually buy two year old CPO which gives me my first four services free. These all added up cost me less then $1,000 every 100,000 miles for both our RX and ES.
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01-02-21, 04:57 PM
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The policy actually covers only what appears in print. Read it carefully, most do not include any "service items" including belts, holes, brackets, fluids, thermostat, filters, clamps, exhaust system, battery, bulbs, fuses, relays, lenses, leaher, vinyl or fabric.
What the salesman told you it covers (far more) will not be paid.
What the salesman told you it covers (far more) will not be paid.
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01-02-21, 05:22 PM
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Pre-paid maintenance plans (along with other add-ons that the business manager tries to sell, including extended warranties, wheel and tire warranties, etc..) are among the biggest profit generators available to car dealers. A car dealer can sell you a car with a huge discount, but, if the business manager can sell you 2 or 3 add-ons, that sale can be one of the dealers best profit sales.
Beyond the the complimentary oil change and rotations that come with a Lexus vehicle, the rest of the required maintenance on a Lexus vehicle for the first 5 years of ownership, even with the inflated prices that Lexus service departments charge, should cost somewhere around $800 for 4 oil changes, tire rotations, and 2 brake fluid changes. Those costs could be cut in half if you use a Toyota dealer or a reputable independent mechanic for service. So, charging $4200 for a pre-paid maintenance plan results in almost pure profit for the dealership.
Beyond the the complimentary oil change and rotations that come with a Lexus vehicle, the rest of the required maintenance on a Lexus vehicle for the first 5 years of ownership, even with the inflated prices that Lexus service departments charge, should cost somewhere around $800 for 4 oil changes, tire rotations, and 2 brake fluid changes. Those costs could be cut in half if you use a Toyota dealer or a reputable independent mechanic for service. So, charging $4200 for a pre-paid maintenance plan results in almost pure profit for the dealership.
01-03-21, 04:50 AM
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Pre-paid maintenance plans (along with other add-ons that the business manager tries to sell, including extended warranties, wheel and tire warranties, etc..) are among the biggest profit generators available to car dealers. A car dealer can sell you a car with a huge discount, but, if the business manager can sell you 2 or 3 add-ons, that sale can be one of the dealers best profit sales.
Beyond the the complimentary oil change and rotations that come with a Lexus vehicle, the rest of the required maintenance on a Lexus vehicle for the first 5 years of ownership, even with the inflated prices that Lexus service departments charge, should cost somewhere around $800 for 4 oil changes, tire rotations, and 2 brake fluid changes. Those costs could be cut in half if you use a Toyota dealer or a reputable independent mechanic for service. So, charging $4200 for a pre-paid maintenance plan results in almost pure profit for the dealership.
Beyond the the complimentary oil change and rotations that come with a Lexus vehicle, the rest of the required maintenance on a Lexus vehicle for the first 5 years of ownership, even with the inflated prices that Lexus service departments charge, should cost somewhere around $800 for 4 oil changes, tire rotations, and 2 brake fluid changes. Those costs could be cut in half if you use a Toyota dealer or a reputable independent mechanic for service. So, charging $4200 for a pre-paid maintenance plan results in almost pure profit for the dealership.
01-03-21, 08:42 AM
#10
Bought that 5 year plan for the last 5 Lexus vehicles I have purchased, never used it for any of them!
When buying these maintenance warranties, had sales persons reduce total car cost by giving me other options for free, or less cost.
When buying these maintenance warranties, had sales persons reduce total car cost by giving me other options for free, or less cost.
01-03-21, 09:19 AM
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I forgot to ask if it was a “specific dealer” service package vs any Lexus dealer? If it’s dealer specific, that’s definitely a big red flag, and should be avoided. I don’t believe Lexus corp offers prepaid packages.
For reference, I paid $1800 for years 4&5 service package option (as first 3 years included) for my Urus. And this is factory option that can be used at any Lamborghini dealer and is transferrable when the vehicle when sold. $1800 for 2 years seemed pretty reasonable to me, as my Huracan service runs between $1-3k/year.
For reference, I paid $1800 for years 4&5 service package option (as first 3 years included) for my Urus. And this is factory option that can be used at any Lamborghini dealer and is transferrable when the vehicle when sold. $1800 for 2 years seemed pretty reasonable to me, as my Huracan service runs between $1-3k/year.
01-03-21, 12:32 PM
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I have purchased the prepaid maintenance for most all my vehicles including RX300 and current NX.
I always follow the factory guidelines to the mile/month.
It is nice not to pay for normal service thru out the 5 years.
I once figured it saves a little in the total, but considering inflation, etc, it is is not a bad buy in my opinion.
Typically its a Lexus financial transaction so yes good at any dealer.
If you want to play games like finding a cheaper toyota dealer, or skip some tire rotations, etc, then not for you.
I always follow the factory guidelines to the mile/month.
It is nice not to pay for normal service thru out the 5 years.
I once figured it saves a little in the total, but considering inflation, etc, it is is not a bad buy in my opinion.
Typically its a Lexus financial transaction so yes good at any dealer.
If you want to play games like finding a cheaper toyota dealer, or skip some tire rotations, etc, then not for you.
01-03-21, 01:25 PM
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I have purchased the prepaid maintenance for most all my vehicles including RX300 and current NX.
I always follow the factory guidelines to the mile/month.
It is nice not to pay for normal service thru out the 5 years.
I once figured it saves a little in the total, but considering inflation, etc, it is is not a bad buy in my opinion.
Typically its a Lexus financial transaction so yes good at any dealer.
If you want to play games like finding a cheaper toyota dealer, or skip some tire rotations, etc, then not for you.
I always follow the factory guidelines to the mile/month.
It is nice not to pay for normal service thru out the 5 years.
I once figured it saves a little in the total, but considering inflation, etc, it is is not a bad buy in my opinion.
Typically its a Lexus financial transaction so yes good at any dealer.
If you want to play games like finding a cheaper toyota dealer, or skip some tire rotations, etc, then not for you.
Thank you!!!!
01-04-21, 03:26 AM
#14
I have purchased the prepaid maintenance for most all my vehicles including RX300 and current NX.
I always follow the factory guidelines to the mile/month.
It is nice not to pay for normal service thru out the 5 years.
I once figured it saves a little in the total, but considering inflation, etc, it is is not a bad buy in my opinion.
Typically its a Lexus financial transaction so yes good at any dealer.
If you want to play games like finding a cheaper toyota dealer, or skip some tire rotations, etc, then not for you.
I always follow the factory guidelines to the mile/month.
It is nice not to pay for normal service thru out the 5 years.
I once figured it saves a little in the total, but considering inflation, etc, it is is not a bad buy in my opinion.
Typically its a Lexus financial transaction so yes good at any dealer.
If you want to play games like finding a cheaper toyota dealer, or skip some tire rotations, etc, then not for you.
01-04-21, 08:16 AM
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Thank you for your reply!
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