Anyone familiar with "AA Auto Warranty"?

AA Auto Warranty based in Delaware. Seems to be a good option for an aftermarket warranty. I have no affiliation, just looking for opinions from anyone here who may have used this company. My '03 996 CPO expires this fall. They are offering 5 years/75,000 miles for less than $2800. (The dealer wants nearly $5000 for similar coverage). They do have coverage plans up to 125,000 miles. This is a $100 deductable, exclusionary policy which mirrors manufaturers bumper to bumper plan (Looks good. None of our important Porsche problems are excluded). For another $165 I can make it $50 deductable, for another $440 it becomes $0 deductable. They include free 24 hour roadside assistance, $50/day for rental car when having an approved repair, $100/day for food and lodging if on the road, free towing. No inspection required, no limit on hourly labor amount. They pay directly to the repair shop with their corporate credit card. For an additional $100 they have a $0 deductable tire replacement coverage (pays $100 per tire). I have had 2 nails/replaced tires (both rears) in the last year so this might be handy. I have done as much research as I can. Better Business Bureau shows them in good standing. They are BBB accredited. No real complaints on the internet search. As many of these places are, these guys are just a broker. The coverage actually comes from various providers who are rated at least "A" by AM Best. Interesting footnote: The policy my dealer offers is a warranty company called "Genuine" based in Nevada. They are really pushing me towards this saying: "with an aftemarket warranty you really need to have good relationship with your dealer (and thus, buy their warranty) to ensure good warranty service with no "glitches". Well, a little research on Genuine turned up bad news with the BBB, and the CEO is the same guy from a place in Florida called Exotic Warranty that was shut down by the state due to fraudulent business. Not to mention over $2000 more expensive. Not that I ever really trusted the dealer anyways. So what do you guys and gals think about this AA Auto Warranty?? Sounds like I will be able to get a slightly better price than what I listed above as the reps do work on commission and are willing to deal. It is also tranferable to next owner. I am interested in your thoughts.

Very timely..I came up with a lot of the same info, but nowhere near as complete. I'd be interested in anyone that has them and has used them. The all are the same if you never use them!!

I bought a 2yr 24K mile warranty from a broker (smartautowarranty.com) for my 00C2 with 84K last year. When the warranty company (API I believe) went bankrupt, they sent me a letter stating that as the broker, they would continue to honor the warranty. I have had one claim and it was promptly paid. In this case, purchasing through the broker turned out well. You may have a similar experience with AA - ask whether they have a similar "honor" system. Stefan

I had someone research them back when I had my 996. They came back and told me to beware that many "after market" warranty companies are garbage. They did not say specifically this one is, but based on them trying to be somewhat misleading with their AA Auto Warrant i.e. make you think there is a connection with the well known AAA.... I decided to pass. They may be a fine and reputable company in an otherwise shady business.

why don't you guys try and go through your local porsche dealer?

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Let me copy here what I said in my original post regarding the one and only warranty being offered by my dealer............ Well, a little research on Genuine turned up bad news with the BBB, and the CEO is the same guy from a place in Florida called Exotic Warranty that was shut down by the state due to fraudulent business. Not to mention over $2000 more expensive. I showed the dealer this info today and they nearly sh*t. They were going to bring it up in their weekly meeting. Scary stuff.

Can you pay Porsche to CPO a used car that meets their criteria?

Bumping this thread up. I was reading another thread titled "car coming out of warranty...." and that person is considering paying $2800 for a powertrain warranty. As I stated in the beginning of this thread I have been quoted less than that for a bumper to bumper plan with longer duration. Still trying to find someone here with experience with AA Auto Warranty though. Anyone?

Did you ever get any additional info on the broker AA Auto Warranty? They seem to offer the best contract coverage for the $ with a 'wear and tear" definition of mechanical breakdown and part failure called Tech Choice Ultimate.

In today's economic climate, I would not trust any aftermarket warranty companies, unless it was a huge, well known insurance company. Many insurance companies are hurting because they invest a lot of the money that policy holders give them, into the stock market. Consequently, many of them have suffered huge losses. I would only trust the Porsche warranty.

Yes but, not available once vehicle is beyond warranty period. Ergo.....

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I have a warranty through them - I picked the Great Choice option, which is basically drive train, electrical, cooling, fuel. Now that I reviewed it I noticed there wasn't exhaust, which I need to go add (in case the thing doesn't smog).. No deductible and they will pay the repair shop (even the dealer) directly... Paid not quite $2k for it for five years, 150,000 miles (or 2013 or 210,000 miles on the odo), Apparently that's the most they would cover on a 2001. Similar coverage through the dealer was not quite twice what I paid... I'm happy with the price and the coverage, remains to be seen if claims are as easy as they advertise.... Rudy -------------------------------- '01 Arctic Silver/Black C2 Cabriolet '03 Silver F-150 Supercrew

both my friend and i purchased this warranty when we bought our used 996's. i really havent had many issues with my car. my friend on the other hand had some issues and needed a motor replaced which the warranty company paid for ! hope that helps .. v-tach

Just to clarify, you guys with the warranty is with AA Auto Warrenty? Mind if I ask how much you are paying?

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I don't mind at all... just under $2K ($1900 and change...) Rudy ------------------------------ '01 Arctic Silver/Black C2 Cabriolet '03 Silver F-150 Supercrew

mine was pricey - i think i paid a lil over $3g . covers bumper to bumper for 4yrs - pretty sure its called the gold plan ! happy holidays.. vito

AA Auto Warranty is a broker of numerous plans underwritten by various insurance companies. We are likely comparing apples, oranges and tangerines here. From what I gather, they seem honest and are BBB accredited. The various insurance plans however are difficult to assess, largely based on inclusions, exclusions and definitions of mechanical breakdown. In the best plans, just what bumper to bumper really means is a tough one to fathom and similar plans may differ in cost by 100%. If they pick up a potential replacement motor, I would be content with that.

AA Auto Warranty is a broker of numerous plans underwritten by various insurance companies. We are likely comparing apples, oranges and tangerines here. From what I gather, they seem honest and are BBB accredited. The various insurance plans however are difficult to assess, largely based on inclusions, exclusions and definitions of mechanical breakdown. In the best plans, just what bumper to bumper really means is a tough one to fathom and similar plans may differ in cost by 100%. If they pick up a potential replacement motor, I would be content with that.

Thanks for the info, I will give AA Auto Warranty a call up to see how much it will be for my 996. All I want is for them to cover the powertrain.

I had just been quoted online (and expect a marathon of calls now) $2,700 for 36moth/ and up to 77k miles (car has 37K). Mine is a 2003 C4 Cab, thus I guess the AWD makes it that much more. The coverage was for their Deluxe plan. Don't know yet whether to purchase as I drive the car less than 8k per year.

Maybe you can check on a lower warranty package that covers the "big ticket" items like engine and transmission. That should be a less in cost but covers you for the major stuff.