Leif Olson, Car Insurance Writer
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CarShield has a mileage limit of 300,000 miles. This is one of the highest mileage limits available among third-party service-contract providers, allowing you to cover older, breakdown-prone vehicles with a CarShield contract.
CarShield Mileage Limit vs. Popular Competitors
| Company | Mileage Limit |
| 300,000 miles | |
| 250,000 miles | |
| 250,000 miles | |
| 250,000 miles | |
| 200,000 miles | |
| No Maximum Mileage | |
| 140,000 miles |
It might be worth getting a service contract for a high-mileage vehicle to avoid expensive repairs. Older vehicles are more likely to need repairs to vital systems such as the brake pads, transmission, and battery. For example, transmission repairs alone can cost you anywhere from $300 to over $1,500 without a service contract.
To learn more about CarShield coverage options, check out WalletHub’s CarShield review.
People also ask
What is not covered by CarShield?
CarShield usually does not cover damage from pre-existing issues, normal wear and tear, or unauthorized repairs. Replacement parts like brake pads, shocks and struts, rubber hoses, and serpentine belts are also typically excluded from CarShield's coverage plans.
What CarShield Does Not Cover
- Repairs for issues that already existed before your CarShield warranty took effect
- Any repairs that CarShield did not authorize, unless for an emergency
- Parts or repairs not included...
How much does CarShield cost?
CarShield costs around $99 per month and up, though prices vary by state, driver, specific vehicle, and plan. CarShield sells eight different vehicle service plans, which offer benefits such as 24/7 roadside assistance, rental car coverage, and flexible payment terms.
Key Things to Know About CarShield Plans
- There are eight different plans available, which include diamond, platinum, gold, gold select, silver, aluminum, motorcycle & atv and electric vehicle coverage. The various plans...
Is CarShield a rip-off?
CarShield is not a rip-off or a scam. It is a legitimate extended car warranty company that has been providing affordable vehicle service contracts for more than 20 years, and it currently has a 3.6/5 user rating on WalletHub.
Why CarShield Isn’t a Complete Rip-Off
- 5 levels of protection plans, plus a motorcycle and ATV coverage plan and a roadside assistance program
- Prices starting at $99 per month
- Sample policies...
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