Member Since: 15 Nov 2008
Location: orpington
Posts: 188
Positive experience with Warranty Direct
Hi
Just one claim in four years but in case it helps anyone making a decision. My 56 plate Disco3 developed the weak door latch issue. WD have replaced the latch at my local main dealer with no fuss and less the £50 excess. Very little hassle.
I can't of course comment about a larger or more complex claim but in this one instance they have been easy to deal with.
Ade
1st Aug 2014 11:09 am
nigel207
Member Since: 26 Mar 2009
Location: Nottinghamshire
Posts: 1350
When I had the D3, WD paid out for EGR valves, a turbo, and a brake calliper without any fuss. I personally can't fault them. I think a lot has to do with how the claim is presented by the repairer.
1st Aug 2014 11:26 am
IroningMan
Member Since: 25 Mar 2013
Location: Somerset
Posts: 135
They've paid for wishbones and ball joints on mine - pretty straightforward process.
Likewise for me - in 2013 WD paid for Air Compressor, EGR's and seat belt latch - total cost £1230 - so far nothing this year, but having a low risk appetite (and low technical skills for DiY) I'm glad the cover is in place for another 18 months…(and is transferrable if I sell)
2nd Aug 2014 10:54 am
DSL Keeper of the wheelie bin
Member Since: 11 May 2006
Location: Off again! :-)
Posts: 72893
I've just dropped (kicking & screaming ) from WD ExtraCare to SecureCare (shade over 8 years & 117k) so no more cover for suspension, AC & a few other bits. Had an aftermarket warranty on the car since its 3rd birthday & never been out of pocket, deffo one of my better financial decisions. Buying (or not) an insurance is always a gamble, some will claim way more than they pay out, others will claim less or nothing. For me with the reliability I've experienced it's a complete no brainer. Unfortunately next year all I'll be able to get is engine & gearbox cover for ~£500, might just self insure. A scary prospect.
2nd Aug 2014 11:02 am
Tangsoodo
Member Since: 26 Jan 2013
Location: Worcester
Posts: 301
They paid for an mot failure upper wishbone but I had to pay for the other side as only an advisory ( fair enough) so although it was straight forward I am out of pocket so far. Will I reinsure next year, not sure yet.Mods:
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Clear indicators
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Sat Nav with D4 surround
Flip down DVD player
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EGR's blanked
2nd Aug 2014 11:17 am
DSL Keeper of the wheelie bin
Member Since: 11 May 2006
Location: Off again! :-)
Posts: 72893
Scary thing with these cars now is the price of a replacement engine, it could well exceed the value of the car. Would be interesting to see what WD does in that case.
2nd Aug 2014 11:24 am
Tangsoodo
Member Since: 26 Jan 2013
Location: Worcester
Posts: 301
Ha ha that's why I said I'm not sure if I will reinsure rather than I won't. I'm in that psychological situation now. " what if I stop the insurance and my engine goes" Mods:
DNA Remap
De-Tangoed
Clear indicators
D4 rear lights
Sat Nav with D4 surround
Flip down DVD player
Blackvue
Side steps
3rd row headphone/switches
Debadge
EGR's blanked
2nd Aug 2014 11:26 am
DSL Keeper of the wheelie bin
Member Since: 11 May 2006
Location: Off again! :-)
Posts: 72893
Same here, but I just talk sweetly to her (the car, not SWMBO ), keep her well serviced and have switched permanently to the posh juice (Ultimate/Nitro+/Supreme etc) which seems to suit her better. She'll probably die through tin worm infestation first, well she is a LR.
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), keep her well serviced and have switched permanently to the posh juice (Ultimate/Nitro+/Supreme etc) which seems to suit her better. She'll probably die through tin worm infestation first, well she is a LR. 
