Sime Darby Auto Selection launches new Extended Warranty Programme for used cars



Sime Darby Motors’ used car dealership arm, Sime Darby Auto Selection (SDAS), today introduced a new Extended Warranty Programme, offering comprehensive warranty coverage as well as repair and service for its pre-owned cars.

The new programme was made in collaboration with Guard My Ride (GMR) and RHB Insurance, with a wide range of items under its coverage, including:

  • Engine system
  • Rare/Front Axle
  • Electronic system
  • Transmission oil leaks
  • Steering system
  • Turbo system
  • Braking system
  • Air conditioning system
  • Cooling system
  • Ignition system
  • Fuel system
  • Transmission system

Customers enrolled under the new Extended Warranty Programme are also entitled to complimentary towing service to nationwide panel workshops for repair and servicing, insurance coverage, as well as insurance underwriting.

To be eligible for the new Sime Darby Auto Selection Extended Warranty Programme, the pre-owned vehicles must have a total mileage of under 140,000 km, and are less than eight years old.

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The new programme will be priced between RM2,200 and RM6,900 per year, depending on vehicle age and type, and can be purchased at the SDAS Glenmarie showroom (for existing customers) or new customers who are purchasing new pre-owned vehicles.

SDAS Managing Director, Vi Thim Juan said the company aims to be a “one-stop centre” for customers in the pre-owned vehicle market. “SDAS strives to keep innovating our offerings in anticipation of customers’ needs, and hopefully exceed the demand of our customers.

“We aim to set ourselves apart from the competition, and we are determined to only offer quality products and services that are akin to the 3S centres,” Vi added.

On the collaboration with its partners GMR and RHB insurance, GMR will be the service provider for all the extended warranty claims, towing service, and repair work, while RHB insurance is the motor insurance and insurance underwriter provider.