Continental Warranty vs MaxCare

Continental Warranty was established in 1999. With many years of expertise in the extended warranty sector, they have earned a reputation for offering dependable coverage nationwide. This firm was formed in Delaware and has since spread their services to consumers nationwide via its dealerships. Since 2001, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) has granted them an A+ rating and certification. They offer service contracts nationwide, providing coverage options throughout the US and Canada. While the plans offer comprehensive coverage, additional features such as roadside assistance, turbocharger coverage, GPS coverage, and others come at an extra cost. The company has an A+ grade with the BBB, but many review websites have low scores from customers. The BBB gives it a 1.67 rating, Birdeye gives it a 2.3 rating, and Yelp gives it a 1.8 rating. Customer feedback shows that owners of vehicles have mixed views about the business. Customers are either happy that the company saved them money or upset that they weren't covered for fixes they thought they would be. 

MaxCare is an extended vehicle service contract introduced by CarMax in 2009, available exclusively at the time of purchasing a vehicle through their dealership network. Unlike many third-party warranty providers that offer multiple plan tiers, MaxCare uses a single exclusionary coverage model, similar to a factory bumper-to-bumper warranty, covering most mechanical and electrical components except for a defined list of exclusions. Contracts are tailored to each vehicle, with coverage typically extending up to 75,000 to 150,000 total odometer miles. While CarMax facilitates the customer experience, the plans are administered by third-party providers such as Fidelity Warranty Services and CNA National Warranty Corporation. Key benefits include 24/7 roadside assistance, rental car reimbursement, transferable coverage, and flexible payment options, including rolling the cost into monthly financing. A $50 deductible discount is also offered when using CarMax service centers or RepairPal-certified shops. Customer feedback is mixed, with many reporting strong coverage for major repairs, while others cite delays, strict claim requirements, and challenges when working with independent repair facilities.