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About Smart AutoCare
Smart AutoCare sells three main vehicle service contracts (VSCs), plus additional VSC coverage, gap coverage, ancillary coverage and coverage bundles. Some of its plans also include roadside assistance.
Typically, the company processes claims within a couple of hours. It doesn’t offer much information online, though, so it’s best to reach out for pricing and a sample contract.
- Wide range of plans
- Gap coverage available
- Can choose your own repair facility
- No pricing information online
- No sample contracts online
Smart AutoCare coverage
Smart AutoCare has three main levels of VSC coverage: Premier, 5 Star and Advantage Care. It also sells additional VSC coverage, asset coverage, ancillary coverage and coverage bundles.
VSC coverage
The table below compares Smart AutoCare’s three main VSC coverage tiers: Premier, 5 Star and Advantage Care.
| System | Premier | 5 Star | Advantage Care |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gas Engine | |||
| Diesel Engine | |||
| Turbocharger or supercharger | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Transfer case | |||
| Front- and rear-wheel drive | |||
| Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | |||
| Heating and cooling | |||
| Electrical | |||
| Suspension | |||
| Brakes | |||
| Anti-lock braking systems (ABS) | |||
| Audio | |||
| Hybrid | |||
| Entertainment and navigation | |||
| Seals and gaskets | |||
| Smart technology |
Additional VSC coverage
Smart AutoCare offers additional VSC coverage for comprehensive vehicle coverage, with contracts lasting from one to seven years. Its additional VSC coverage options are:
- Care Free Elite
- Lifetime Powertrain Limited Warranty
- Smart Tech Plus
- Total Truck Care
- SmartCare
- SmartCare 2.0
- SmartCare High Mileage
- SmartWrap
Asset coverage
Smart AutoCare offers Gap and SmartGap coverage. Its Gap coverage provides protection of up to $125,000 for the manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP). Its SmartGap coverage has no loan-to-value limits and no maximum claim amount.
Ancillary coverage
Its ancillary coverage options have terms ranging from one to seven years. Coverage includes:
- Lease-end protection
- Paint and interior
- Paintless dent repair
- Key replacement
- Anti-theft protection
- Catalytic Converter Limited Warranty
- Road hazard
- Tire and rim
- Windshield appearance protection
- SmartProtect
- Worry Free
- Battery 4Life
Coverage bundles
Smart AutoCare offers three coverage bundles:
- TotalCare
- SelectCare
- PrimeCare
Smart AutoCare cost
Smart AutoCare doesn't provide prices on its site, but you can typically expect to pay about $1,000 to $3,000 for an extended warranty on a vehicle. The cost of an extended warranty depends on your vehicle’s model, age and mileage, plus your physical location.
To get a quote, it’s best to contact Smart AutoCare directly to see what your options are.
Smart AutoCare claims
You can submit a claim with Smart AutoCare on its website. Your chosen repair facility will need to submit repair details to Smart AutoCare’s claims department. Processing times typically take a couple of hours.
Once claims are approved, the company says that you can typically expect a credit card payment within about two hours. Still, make sure to read your contract fully before you sign up for your first repair to make sure you’re set up financially.
FAQ
Can you cancel a Smart AutoCare plan?
Yes, you can cancel a Smart AutoCare VSC. Refer to your specific Smart AutoCare contract for cancellation details and steps.
Can you transfer a Smart AutoCare plan?
Yes, you can transfer a Smart AutoCare VSC to a new owner. You’ll need to pay a transfer fee and provide documentation showing proof of the vehicle sale.
Does Smart AutoCare have a limit on repairs?
Smart AutoCare may limit the number of repairs on your contract. Read your specific contract carefully so you know what to expect.
Still have questions?
Is Smart AutoCare worth it?
Smart AutoCare has been in business for more than three decades. But because the company doesn’t offer a sample contract or pricing online, it might be hard to tell whether its plans are worth it for your specific situation without speaking with a representative and seeing a sample contract.
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