I took my car in for squeaking pillow joints and a non-funtional alarm system. The shop agrees with the work ( a Mazda dealer) . Western general is sending out an inspector to see if it really needs to be done. They claim that a suspension component will only be replaced if it fails. I would guess that failure of a suspension component while getting on a freeway at speed would lead to a costly mishap.

Anyone have any experience with Western General?

 

My old FD had Wester General coverage from the previous owner. They paid out over 10k in warranty work so I guess it paid off (engine, turbo, tranny rebuilds).

 

Standard language within the warranty business if that they will only replace a Failed/Worn-out part, not just a "worn" part. If the bushings are actually bad, they will replace them. Typically the warranty company will send out an inspector anytime the repair is over a threshold value ($400-500 is typical).

 

if youre going to buy a western general warranty.. shell out the extra $$$ to get the highest level of coverage.

They sent someone out to look at my turbos and after a little grief payed without too much trouble... cost 1700 for the warranty and i got a new set of 99 specs installed so it was well worth it

 

Like Rynberg stated, terminology is very important. My warranty has a "wear and tear" component as well, so things don't have to fail at all. As long as they are "out of factory spec," they can be replaced. So if Mazda says replace 'em, they'll replace 'em. If you have failure-only coverage, well...you know the rest.

TurboLumpy, I dunno if you can change your coverage once you've begun?

Also, has anyone who has a warranty on an FD had it expire on them, and was able to renew it w/ the same level of coverage? (or renew it period? lol)

 

Thank you for all of your comments. A warranty is a great idea for the eventual costs of FD repair. In fact, the car had been at two RX 7 shops who were not interested in repairing the alarm/dook lock system. The dealer's method of repair is to simply change out all components. That is were costs go up and why most owners would opt for an after market setup. I am keeping this FD as close to stock as possible.

Fewer and fewer FD's are stock with low milage.

 

does anyone have a link to this warrenty where i can find more info

-dj

 

The warranty I got had to be purchased at the time the car was purchased from a car dealer who offers the Western General warranty. It was difficult because the car is over 10 years old, but had only 41K miles. Most warranty companies will not offer one for a 10+ year old car.

 

thanx