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Originally Posted by dnvrdrvr
I think your decision has a fair amount to do with how handy you are. I bought an extended warranty for the engine bits when my cars original 4yr/50K mile warranty expired. But I prefer to do my own fluid and other maintenance items, so the maintenance plan didn't make sense for me. I just take my car to my dealer and they reset the counter for that item.
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agreed on this as the key decision factor.
Also to answer your question on brakes replaced, my rotors were replace before 30k as well. I've had 3 or so pad changes too by 30k.
If you can change your own fluids, it'll save you a boatload of money and extended maintenance plans will end up costing you more in the long run.
The most maintenance items on a single change event are:
1. brake rotors
2. 6MT fluid (DCT no applicable)
3. rear diff fluid
4. spark plugs
Many independent shops have the tools and software to perform the job as long as you provide the materials and parts.
I vote, don't buy, even with a 12k annual mileage rate, especially if you're handy or you know reputable and cheaper indy shops.