Whether you choose to buy a new or used vehicle it is sensible if you want to save yourself money to get a car warranty as well in case parts need replacing or the vehicle breaks down. Before you get a warranty for that new or used vehicle you buy there are number of things which need to be taken into consideration beforehand.

Below we offer a few tips to help you when it comes to finding the right car warranty for you.

1. When buying a used vehicle first check to make sure that the manufacturer's original warranty is still valid as normally with vehicles less than three years old this is generally the case. However, if you are purchasing the vehicle from a dealer and the warranty has expired they may offer you a short term warranty for free or elsewhere enquire if it is possible to purchase an extended warranty instead.

2. Ask to see the owner's manual as you will then be able to find out everything you need to relating to general warranties on the vehicle. Normally the general warranty covers a three year period of the vehicle doing up to 36,000 miles. These warranties cover parts of the vehicle which are not included within an exclusion list.

3. Look into finding out more about extended or power train warranties which normally provide cover for either 60 months or 60,000 miles. Although they will save you money in the long run you need to be aware that these may not take effect until after the original car warranty has expired.

4. If you do intend to go for an extended warranty on a new or used vehicle then make sure you go with a reputable company. Look for those who have a history of providing such like Carchex auto warranty, Wynn's auto warranty or CNA auto warranty and who have a number of different car warranty plans for you to select from and who will provide you with their terms and conditions in writing before you sign up to one. Also look for those companies who offer a money back guarantee and will cover your vehicle no matter where you are.

5. You need to read through the warranty plans carefully before you do sign anything. Along with looking how long the car warranty will be valid for you need to make sure that there are not any limitations on making claims. This is quite a considerable investment you are going to be making when you buy a car so you need to know that the warranty will protect it.

Remember a car warranty won't provide a guarantee in relation to how long the car will last, but is more to ensure that the vehicle is in good condition at time of purchase. Unfortunately if you choose to misuse use or mishandle your car then the claims you try to make are going to be invalid. So this is another reason why it is crucial that before signing on the dotted line you read through the car warranty documents fully.