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Are extended warranties necessary on plasmas?

I was considering purchasing a 42 inch plasma last week for around $2000. The salesman strongly recommeded the extended warranty, at a cost of $500. I backed off because something seemed very wrong with a 25% markup for a warranty. The unit came with a 90 day warranty for labor and 1 year for parts. Has anyone had or seen any lemons that tanked out before the manufacturers warranty expired? Has anyone ever have a plasma repaired? If so, what was the cost?
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pescolar
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Dawgbyte,you are right .Do not worry for the next at least 3 years.
BTW,if plasma is only $500,who needs warranty!
pescolar
128 posts
 
First of all,it's everyone's preferences.
For paying extra $500 for five years extended warranty is a great deal.That is $100 a year,big deal !.but $100 devided x 365 days =.27 cents a day....that is nothing ! So,actually you can relax and watch movie for the next 6 years ( incl. 1 yr.fr.manufacturer)with out worry.Have any one heard about this image retention ?As i said it's every one's preferences.
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