Picked up Quella today after being seperated for 8 days...Here's what she got: Tension rod, front upper links, both engine mounts, driveshaft assembly. Total cost: $2,019.22.
Picked up all 3 engine belts, a set of rear pads, my new Tokico Blue rear shocks, a fog light bulb and a turn signal bulb for a little DIY action next weekend.
Didn't think it was possible that she could ride any smoother, but man, is it nice.
Celebrated our reunion by smacking around some poor sap in a TL Type-S with dealer plates on the US60. Passed him on the right on the on-ramp (not nice of me:D), then I let him catch up, and gave him the "no-no" sign when he did.
He tried like hell to pass the old girl, but she dropped into 2nd, put her big butt in his face and showed him why she's the only girl for me.:ylsuper
Reunited... and it feels so goooood.
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lessthanjakejohn
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Would someone look at this offer for extended warranties and tell if these are good offers.
Mind you, my car is a 1991 Q45a with over 100k miles on it. Due to the age of the car and mileage, my pickings were very slim.
1st choice:
Warranty Offered By: Auto Advantage Inc.
Warranty Administrator: Pro-GuardUnderwriter: Newport Mutual Insurance RRG Inc.**Newport Mutual Insurance RRG Inc. is reinsured by an AM Best "A" rated insurance carrier, which means they offer consumers the highest level of financial security.
Auto Advantage Inc. * Extended Warranties Direct To Consumers, Is Our Business * We Offer Only Premium Vehicle Warranties * Our Warranties Are All Insured By The Highest Rated Companies (We are one of the only major companies on the Internet who can state this) * No Gimmicks, No Coupons and No Up Selling Tactics, Ever! * Due To Our Large Volume, We Offer The Lowest Prices From The Start For The Most Comprehensive Coverage Available For Your Vehicle * Our Company Is Owned And Staffed By Warranty Experts, Not Salespeople Or Telemarketers. * We Understand The Three Most Important Words, "Yes It's Covered"
PLEASE PRINT THIS E-MAIL!
Thank you for your request for a price quote for an extended warranty. These prices are all for Comprehensive Component Type Warranties. This is one of the most comprehensive policies available. (See full coverage details at bottom of E-Mail). *** Ref. # PGPUCCS0100125 (03)
PLATINUM Full Coverage Plan*** $100.00 Deductible per visit *** 1 Year/12,000 Mile- $1,180.00
Lower deductibles are also available:For $0.00 Deductible- Add $100.00 to price
* Low Down Payment/No Credit Check Financing Available!!!
*Shorter terms are also available, call for more details.
* Exclusive Availability Of The No Claims Bonus Refund Program (additional fee required)(If service contract expires and no claim have been made, 100% of the purchase price will be refunded)
This Plan includes: * 24 Hour Roadside Assistance (Including: Tire, Battery, Lockout & Fuel/Fluids Service, Etc.)* Towing* Rental * Trip Interruption Protection* Transferable to the next owner* Cancellable (Pro-Rata Refund)
Repairs can be done at any repair shop or dealership in the United States or Canada. Payment will be made to the repair facility by Pro-Guard's corporate credit card account.
“What is covered” Platinum Coverage Engine: All internal parts contained within the engine, including pistons piston rings and pins; connecting rods; connecting rod bearings; crankshaft; crankshaft main bearings; camshaft; camshaft bearings; cam followers; timing chain; timing gears; rocker arms; rocker shafts; rocker bushings; valves; valve guides; valve lifters; valve springs; valve seals; valve retainers; valve seats; push rods; water pump; oil pump; fuel pump; dipstick and tube; harmonic balancer; oil pans; timing chain cover; intake and exhaust manifolds; valve covers; engine mounts. Cylinder block and cylinder head(s) are covered if damaged as the result of the failure of a covered internal part of the engine.
Turbocharger/Supercharger (Factory Installed Only): All internal parts, plus: turbocharger housing if damaged as the result of the failure of an internal part.
Transmission (Automatic or Standard): All internal parts contained within the transmission case, plus: torque converter, vacuum modulator and transmission mounts. Oil pan and transmission case, if damaged as the results of the failure of a covered internal part of the transmission.
Transfer Case: All internal parts contained within the transfer case. The case is also covered if damage is the result of the failure of an internal part of the transfer case.
Drive Axle (Front & Rear): All internal parts contained within in the drive axles, plus: locking hubs, drive shafts, universal joints, constant velocity joints (unless failure was caused by a neglected torn front wheel boot) and axle bearings. Oil pan and drive axle case if damaged as the result of the failure of a covered internal part of the drive axle.
Seals & Gaskets: Seals & gasket coverage applies to only covered components.
Air-Conditioner: Condenser; Evaporator; Compressor, compressor clutch and pulley; if operator; idler pulley and idler pulley bearing; and temperature control programmer. The following parts are also covered if they are required in connection with the repair of a covered part listed above: accumulator/receiver dryer; orifice tube; oil and refrigerant.
Front Suspension: Upper and lower control arms; control arm shafts and bearings or bushings; upper and lower ball joints; king pins and bushings; torsion bars; MacPherson strut housing (does not include hydraulic portion of strut or coil spring); strut bar and bushings; stabilizer bar; links and bushings; spindle and spindle support; wheel bearings.
Rear Suspension: Upper and lower control arms; control arm shafts and bearings or bushings; upper and lower ball joints; king pins and bushings; torsion bars; MacPherson strut housing (does not include hydraulic portion of strut or coil spring); strut bar and bushings; stabilizer bar; links and bushings; spindle and spindle support; wheel bearings.
Steering: All internal parts contained within it the steering box; power cylinder, racket and pinion gear, and power steering pump, plus: pitman arm; idler arm, tie rod ends and drag link; upper and lower steering column shafts and couplings. Steering box and it rack and pinion gear housing is if damaged as the result of the failure of a covered internal part.
Brakes: Master cylinder; power brake cylinder; vacuum assist booster; hydro boost; disc brake calipers; wheel cylinders; compensating valve; hydraulic lines and fittings.
Electrical: alternator; voltage regulator; starter motor; starter solenoid and starter drive.
2nd choice:
THIS PLAN IS THE BEST VALUE AVAILABLE.
Warranty Offered By: Auto Advantage Inc.
Administrator: Buyer's Choice Inc.Underwriter: Lyndon Property Insurance Co.AM Best Rating: ExcellentVehicle Eligibility: YES, This vehicle qualifies
Auto Advantage Inc.* Extended Warranties Direct to consumers, is our Business* We Offer Premium New & Used Vehicle Warranties* No Gimmicks, No Coupons and No Up Selling tactics ever!* Due to our large volume we offer the lowest prices from the start, for the most comprehensive coverage available for your Vehicle.* Our company is owned and staffed by warranty experts, not Salespeople or Telemarketers.* We understand the three most important words "YES IT'S COVERED"
PLEASE PRINT THIS E-MAIL!!!
Thank you for your request for a price quote for an extendedwarranty. These prices are all for Buyer's Choice ExtendedWarranty Classic Component Coverage warranties. This is oneof the most comprehensive component policies available.
See Policy Details at bottom of E-Mail for coverage details.
Reference # BCCLSC2100125
$100.00 Deductible Classic Plan1 Year/ 12,000 Mile- $ 860.002 Year/ 24,000 Mile- $1,085.00
We accept Visa, Master card or Discover
All warranties start from current mileage and from the current date.
Low down payment, no credit check financing is available on most plans.
All Plans include:* Towing / Roadside Service* Lost Key / Lockout Service* Rental* Trip Interruption* All warranties are Transferable.* One Deductible per visit
Repairs can be done at any repair shop or dealershipin the United States or Canada. Payment will be madeto the repair facility by the warranty administrator'sCorporate Visa card account.
"WHAT IS COVERED"***Classic Plan***Engine: Crankshaft and bearings, oil pump, internal timing gears, timing chain, timing belt, camshaft, camshaft bearings, valve lifters, rocker arm assemblies and push rods, pistons and bearings, wrist pins, cylinders, connecting rods, distributor drive gear, all internal components of engine block and cylinder heads, if damage is caused by a mechanical failure of an internally lubricated part. Gaskets and external seals will be covered if their replacements is necessary to keep an otherwise authorized repair. Broken crankshaft is covered if break is caused by either bearings or piston and failure. Valve guides are covered only when it guide sleeves have not slipped below original position.
Turbocharger/Supercharger (if optional coverage is purchased): All internally lubricated parts due to mechanical failure.
Transmission/Transaxle: The internal components of the automatic transmission or manual transmission and drive chain, drive chains gears, carrier bearings, internal transaxle seal. The manual transmission case and automatic transmission case and torque converter are covered, if damaged by the failure of internally lubricated parts.
Differential Assembly Components (2 & 4 wheel drive): (Front & rear) differential housing including pinion bearings, side carrier bearings, ring and pinion gears, carrier assembly, washers, axles, axle bearings.
CV Joints: CV boots must not be torn the time of failure. Lubricated joint Failure only. Universal Joint (U Joint) is not included.
Steering: Internally lubricated parts contained within the steering box and pump housing, including rack and pinion, control valves, internal oil control seals, bearings, and shafts, steering box and pump housings if damaged by the failure of internally lubricated parts.
Electrical: Alternator, starter motor, front wiper motor, cooling fan motor, heater blower motor, electric horn, clock, switches for the following; neutrals safety, overdrive, reverse indicator, power windows, power door locks.
Seals and Gaskets: Head gaskets and intake manifold gaskets are covered for coolant leaks only on vehicles up to 100,000 miles.
Air Conditioning: Compressor, however if damage or malfunctioning Compressor causes damage to the expansion valve, or receiver dryer, the damaged component(s) will be replaced. Coverage applies to factory installed, non-retrofitted units only.
Cooling System: Water pump, thermostat, mixture control valve, overflow reservoir.
Fuel System: Fuel pump, pressure regulator, metering valve, fuel injector.
(Limits of liability are $2,500 per claim and $4,500 lifetime.)
Mind you, my car is a 1991 Q45a with over 100k miles on it. Due to the age of the car and mileage, my pickings were very slim.
1st choice:
Warranty Offered By: Auto Advantage Inc.
Warranty Administrator: Pro-GuardUnderwriter: Newport Mutual Insurance RRG Inc.**Newport Mutual Insurance RRG Inc. is reinsured by an AM Best "A" rated insurance carrier, which means they offer consumers the highest level of financial security.
Auto Advantage Inc. * Extended Warranties Direct To Consumers, Is Our Business * We Offer Only Premium Vehicle Warranties * Our Warranties Are All Insured By The Highest Rated Companies (We are one of the only major companies on the Internet who can state this) * No Gimmicks, No Coupons and No Up Selling Tactics, Ever! * Due To Our Large Volume, We Offer The Lowest Prices From The Start For The Most Comprehensive Coverage Available For Your Vehicle * Our Company Is Owned And Staffed By Warranty Experts, Not Salespeople Or Telemarketers. * We Understand The Three Most Important Words, "Yes It's Covered"
PLEASE PRINT THIS E-MAIL!
Thank you for your request for a price quote for an extended warranty. These prices are all for Comprehensive Component Type Warranties. This is one of the most comprehensive policies available. (See full coverage details at bottom of E-Mail). *** Ref. # PGPUCCS0100125 (03)
PLATINUM Full Coverage Plan*** $100.00 Deductible per visit *** 1 Year/12,000 Mile- $1,180.00
Lower deductibles are also available:For $0.00 Deductible- Add $100.00 to price
* Low Down Payment/No Credit Check Financing Available!!!
*Shorter terms are also available, call for more details.
* Exclusive Availability Of The No Claims Bonus Refund Program (additional fee required)(If service contract expires and no claim have been made, 100% of the purchase price will be refunded)
This Plan includes: * 24 Hour Roadside Assistance (Including: Tire, Battery, Lockout & Fuel/Fluids Service, Etc.)* Towing* Rental * Trip Interruption Protection* Transferable to the next owner* Cancellable (Pro-Rata Refund)
Repairs can be done at any repair shop or dealership in the United States or Canada. Payment will be made to the repair facility by Pro-Guard's corporate credit card account.
“What is covered” Platinum Coverage Engine: All internal parts contained within the engine, including pistons piston rings and pins; connecting rods; connecting rod bearings; crankshaft; crankshaft main bearings; camshaft; camshaft bearings; cam followers; timing chain; timing gears; rocker arms; rocker shafts; rocker bushings; valves; valve guides; valve lifters; valve springs; valve seals; valve retainers; valve seats; push rods; water pump; oil pump; fuel pump; dipstick and tube; harmonic balancer; oil pans; timing chain cover; intake and exhaust manifolds; valve covers; engine mounts. Cylinder block and cylinder head(s) are covered if damaged as the result of the failure of a covered internal part of the engine.
Turbocharger/Supercharger (Factory Installed Only): All internal parts, plus: turbocharger housing if damaged as the result of the failure of an internal part.
Transmission (Automatic or Standard): All internal parts contained within the transmission case, plus: torque converter, vacuum modulator and transmission mounts. Oil pan and transmission case, if damaged as the results of the failure of a covered internal part of the transmission.
Transfer Case: All internal parts contained within the transfer case. The case is also covered if damage is the result of the failure of an internal part of the transfer case.
Drive Axle (Front & Rear): All internal parts contained within in the drive axles, plus: locking hubs, drive shafts, universal joints, constant velocity joints (unless failure was caused by a neglected torn front wheel boot) and axle bearings. Oil pan and drive axle case if damaged as the result of the failure of a covered internal part of the drive axle.
Seals & Gaskets: Seals & gasket coverage applies to only covered components.
Air-Conditioner: Condenser; Evaporator; Compressor, compressor clutch and pulley; if operator; idler pulley and idler pulley bearing; and temperature control programmer. The following parts are also covered if they are required in connection with the repair of a covered part listed above: accumulator/receiver dryer; orifice tube; oil and refrigerant.
Front Suspension: Upper and lower control arms; control arm shafts and bearings or bushings; upper and lower ball joints; king pins and bushings; torsion bars; MacPherson strut housing (does not include hydraulic portion of strut or coil spring); strut bar and bushings; stabilizer bar; links and bushings; spindle and spindle support; wheel bearings.
Rear Suspension: Upper and lower control arms; control arm shafts and bearings or bushings; upper and lower ball joints; king pins and bushings; torsion bars; MacPherson strut housing (does not include hydraulic portion of strut or coil spring); strut bar and bushings; stabilizer bar; links and bushings; spindle and spindle support; wheel bearings.
Steering: All internal parts contained within it the steering box; power cylinder, racket and pinion gear, and power steering pump, plus: pitman arm; idler arm, tie rod ends and drag link; upper and lower steering column shafts and couplings. Steering box and it rack and pinion gear housing is if damaged as the result of the failure of a covered internal part.
Brakes: Master cylinder; power brake cylinder; vacuum assist booster; hydro boost; disc brake calipers; wheel cylinders; compensating valve; hydraulic lines and fittings.
Electrical: alternator; voltage regulator; starter motor; starter solenoid and starter drive.
2nd choice:
THIS PLAN IS THE BEST VALUE AVAILABLE.
Warranty Offered By: Auto Advantage Inc.
Administrator: Buyer's Choice Inc.Underwriter: Lyndon Property Insurance Co.AM Best Rating: ExcellentVehicle Eligibility: YES, This vehicle qualifies
Auto Advantage Inc.* Extended Warranties Direct to consumers, is our Business* We Offer Premium New & Used Vehicle Warranties* No Gimmicks, No Coupons and No Up Selling tactics ever!* Due to our large volume we offer the lowest prices from the start, for the most comprehensive coverage available for your Vehicle.* Our company is owned and staffed by warranty experts, not Salespeople or Telemarketers.* We understand the three most important words "YES IT'S COVERED"
PLEASE PRINT THIS E-MAIL!!!
Thank you for your request for a price quote for an extendedwarranty. These prices are all for Buyer's Choice ExtendedWarranty Classic Component Coverage warranties. This is oneof the most comprehensive component policies available.
See Policy Details at bottom of E-Mail for coverage details.
Reference # BCCLSC2100125
$100.00 Deductible Classic Plan1 Year/ 12,000 Mile- $ 860.002 Year/ 24,000 Mile- $1,085.00
We accept Visa, Master card or Discover
All warranties start from current mileage and from the current date.
Low down payment, no credit check financing is available on most plans.
All Plans include:* Towing / Roadside Service* Lost Key / Lockout Service* Rental* Trip Interruption* All warranties are Transferable.* One Deductible per visit
Repairs can be done at any repair shop or dealershipin the United States or Canada. Payment will be madeto the repair facility by the warranty administrator'sCorporate Visa card account.
"WHAT IS COVERED"***Classic Plan***Engine: Crankshaft and bearings, oil pump, internal timing gears, timing chain, timing belt, camshaft, camshaft bearings, valve lifters, rocker arm assemblies and push rods, pistons and bearings, wrist pins, cylinders, connecting rods, distributor drive gear, all internal components of engine block and cylinder heads, if damage is caused by a mechanical failure of an internally lubricated part. Gaskets and external seals will be covered if their replacements is necessary to keep an otherwise authorized repair. Broken crankshaft is covered if break is caused by either bearings or piston and failure. Valve guides are covered only when it guide sleeves have not slipped below original position.
Turbocharger/Supercharger (if optional coverage is purchased): All internally lubricated parts due to mechanical failure.
Transmission/Transaxle: The internal components of the automatic transmission or manual transmission and drive chain, drive chains gears, carrier bearings, internal transaxle seal. The manual transmission case and automatic transmission case and torque converter are covered, if damaged by the failure of internally lubricated parts.
Differential Assembly Components (2 & 4 wheel drive): (Front & rear) differential housing including pinion bearings, side carrier bearings, ring and pinion gears, carrier assembly, washers, axles, axle bearings.
CV Joints: CV boots must not be torn the time of failure. Lubricated joint Failure only. Universal Joint (U Joint) is not included.
Steering: Internally lubricated parts contained within the steering box and pump housing, including rack and pinion, control valves, internal oil control seals, bearings, and shafts, steering box and pump housings if damaged by the failure of internally lubricated parts.
Electrical: Alternator, starter motor, front wiper motor, cooling fan motor, heater blower motor, electric horn, clock, switches for the following; neutrals safety, overdrive, reverse indicator, power windows, power door locks.
Seals and Gaskets: Head gaskets and intake manifold gaskets are covered for coolant leaks only on vehicles up to 100,000 miles.
Air Conditioning: Compressor, however if damage or malfunctioning Compressor causes damage to the expansion valve, or receiver dryer, the damaged component(s) will be replaced. Coverage applies to factory installed, non-retrofitted units only.
Cooling System: Water pump, thermostat, mixture control valve, overflow reservoir.
Fuel System: Fuel pump, pressure regulator, metering valve, fuel injector.
(Limits of liability are $2,500 per claim and $4,500 lifetime.)
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Q451990
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- Car: 1990 Q45 - 118K, 2022 Toyota 4 Runner, 2004 Frontier M/T - 108K, 2012 Xterra (Mom's), 2023 Rogue (Inlaws)
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Hitman... that's the true test of the Q. When you get it back after several days or weeks of a nice loaner or even a "good" rental car and you decide you wouldn't want to be driving anything else. Something about the exhaust pitch at WOT always sounds good to me that I don't notice after I'm driving it for a while 
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AZhitman
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- Car: 58 L210, 63 Bluebird RHD, 64 NL320, 65 SPL310, 66 411 RHD, 67 WRL411, 68 510 SR20, 75 280Z RB25, 77 620 SR20, 79 B310, 90 Z32, 91 GTi-R, 92 Silvia Qs, 98 S14, 23 Z.
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One of the sales guys at Scottsdale asked me, "What's the big attraction with the old (90-95) Q's anyway?"
He didn't have time to go for a ride, but I fully intend to take him for a spin next week when i go test drive the M and the FX.
QShip - If they'll cover your Q, you'll probably have to go for an inspection. If it passes, you'll be issued the warranty - I'd go for the longest offered. Make sure you schmooze the inspector and have some cash on hand. The coverages look very similar to what I have. Call the dealer and ask if they've had any experience with these warranty companies, they know which ones give them a hassle and which ones are good to work with.
The only problem I foresee, is they have the option to decline on blue book. If th car books at $4K and your transmission goes, they decline repair. Likewise, if you have a claim for $2K this month and another claim for $2K next month (easy to do with a Q) then they may decline as well. I'm racking it up pretty rapidly as I'm at over $6K in repairs on my warranty in the first year. I have 25K miles or 2 years remaining... Go, transmission!
You might be better off selling the 91 and taking that $$$ towards a 95, then get the warranty (3yrs/40K) for $1600... Or put the $1600 into repairs and maintenance.
He didn't have time to go for a ride, but I fully intend to take him for a spin next week when i go test drive the M and the FX.
QShip - If they'll cover your Q, you'll probably have to go for an inspection. If it passes, you'll be issued the warranty - I'd go for the longest offered. Make sure you schmooze the inspector and have some cash on hand. The coverages look very similar to what I have. Call the dealer and ask if they've had any experience with these warranty companies, they know which ones give them a hassle and which ones are good to work with.
The only problem I foresee, is they have the option to decline on blue book. If th car books at $4K and your transmission goes, they decline repair. Likewise, if you have a claim for $2K this month and another claim for $2K next month (easy to do with a Q) then they may decline as well. I'm racking it up pretty rapidly as I'm at over $6K in repairs on my warranty in the first year. I have 25K miles or 2 years remaining... Go, transmission!
You might be better off selling the 91 and taking that $$$ towards a 95, then get the warranty (3yrs/40K) for $1600... Or put the $1600 into repairs and maintenance.
