Modern Vespa

1. Has anyone purchased a used MP3 with a extended factory warranty in the USA?

2. Have you had any issues with the dealership that was doing warranty work ?

3. Is there anything more that needs to be done prior to purchase, to transfer the extended warranty between the original owner and the second owner?

4. Or is the extended warranty linked to the vehicle and not the original purchaser of the plan?

its probably an aftermarket warrenty the dealer sells. Sometimes they can be a bitch for coverage at a different dealer as not all dealers reconize them. Just be sure to read the fine print and if it truly is a "factory extended warrenty" it will have piaggio info on the paperwork, address and such.

Good questions. I have seen some posts here with reference to these but having a direct topic should drill down to some facts. Timely too, because just yesterday I scooted by the dealer because I wanted a check before a ride today, and inquired about an extended warranty. I did not get my Mp3 from him or even another Piaggio dealer but it is still under warranty so I am anxious to see if I can get it extended.

I sent in all the paperwork to Piaggio after my purchase but never heard a word back... the dealer tells me no worries, they will handle any warranty issues during the ORIGINAL period... waiting to hear on extended.

What say you other MV'ers?

you sent the paperwork in or the dealer?
of course the dealer will cover during the original 1 year period, not an issue all dalers have to honor that whether you bought from 1 and service at another or on a trip somewhere and you need something then. But I have a funny feeling you are not going to get a Factory extended warranty.

OK, I will answer your questions.

1) I have purchased an extended factory warranty in the US.

2) Have not had to get warranty work done. Have not heard of anyone having issues getting repairs covered. It pretty much lists what is covered.

3) Usually there is a few dollar transfer fee. I would call Piaggio.

4) It is connected to the vehicle, but under the purchasers name. Needs to be transferred to stay in effect.

Make sure it is a Piaggio Warranty and not an aftermarket warranty.

Wayne B

You only have 90 days from the date of original purchase to buy the 2 Year Extended Warranty. Did they get your paper work and file it within 90 days of original purchase?

Wayne B

I purchased a 3-year extended warranty (Just worried about the front end and assorted tech) the moment I bought my MP3 500. 550 miles and so far no problems that were not operator caused.

They mailed me the paperwork with in a month, so worry if you don't hear from them.

Thanks for all the replies. No, original 90 days was just up when I bought the scooter. I sent the transfer of ownership form from the owner's manual in to the address on the form and it was returned to me as undeliverable... so I called and spoke with Piaggio and they were surprised that the old address was on the manual pages, but its a 2009 model and maunal - so they definitely have some disconnect in their sales and support network.

The lady on the phone gave me the correct address and I sent the paperwork in again, and still have not heard back. I guess its not been a priority to follow it up since I have had no problems, but I am starting to feel I should get proactive now. I may consider an aftermarket extended warranty if it looks like a good gamble.

As I indicated previously, the dealer said any warranty work would not be an issue since they would just bill Piaggio, but the question is whether I can get some form of extended warranty now. What did your 3 year extension cost? Is that 3 years on top of the first year? And is that straight from Piaggio on their forms?

Bought a one year old bike, extended warranty has no sticker in book. Dealer I purchased from evaded minor issues right off from the start. I have "NO Faith" in my extended warranty period. But that is my point of view.

A one year old bike, with no extended warranty sticker - then what made you think you may have had any warranty left?

I think it was about $387 USD. Not too far out of line. I saw that as one simple trip to the shop. My wife reminds me that it was a top-of-the-line policy that starts after the first year ends. It was NOT from Piaggio, it was from an outside company.

FYI for everyone:

I highly advise against "Aftermarket Warranties", some shops won't accept them because they can be slime balls when it comes to payment to the repair shop. They can supply "Used" parts if they can find them and they will try. If a covered part takes out non covered parts, they will only replace the covered part, where a OEM warranty would cover the full repair. I have seen this one a few times when I was turning wrenches on cars.

And the biggest fear is the warranty company goes out of business. Then all you have is a worthless piece of paper.

Wayne B

Thanks Wayne, that echoes some of the bullet points raised by consumer's union as well. I don't think it likely I will obtain a factory extended warranty but I will keep pushing until I get an official 'no'.

+1. That's exactly as I've understood it to be....

My warranty was sold to me buy my dealer, and it does cover 100% of the cost. I'm not a person who makes out of state trips, and if something does brake down it is covered. If you buy from an authorized dealer, you will get full coverage no matter what nae sayers shout.

The "paiggio dealer" that sold me the used bike, gave me the extended warrenty book and told me about it. After they spray washed the bike and wet the manual and warrenty booklets.

Caveat Emptor. You have to look after your own arse.

It covers 100% of "Covered Items".

I guarantee if you have a oil pan gasket go out, and it soaks your belt and clutch pads, your "Aftermarket Warranty Company" is not going to cover the replacement of the belt and clutch pads, parts or labor. Please check if you don't believe me.
Where as, the OEM Warranty will cover all parts damaged by the covered failure.

Wayne B