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Prepaid maintenance plan: do you have to pay it?

Found "Prepaid maintenance plan" on your car quote? Here is what it is, whether you have to pay it, and what to say to the dealer. Check your whole quote free: it stays on your phone.

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What it is

Oil changes and services paid in advance, sold with the car.

Do you have to pay it?

No. It is optional. Compare its price with the cost of the same services paid one at a time.

What to say to the dealer

"I'll pay for maintenance as I go. Please remove the maintenance plan."

Before you sign

Ask for the out-the-door price in writing, with every line itemized. Compare it with other dealers, and don't sign until the buyer's order matches what you agreed.

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