540c and 570s warranty question

540c and 570s warranty question

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Redshed

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11 posts

34 months

Tuesday 7th May
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looking at changing my 2011 california with Larini X pipe and sports cats for a Mclaren.
Even though i hear so many horror stories first hand from current or previous owners, I still feel like a fly inexplicably attracted to that blue light in the chip shop.
With values around the £75k mark, it's becoming interesting.

Does an RAC warranty have any actual value or would a Thorney or original Mclaren warranty be the ones to look out for?

Redshed

Original Poster:

11 posts

34 months

Tuesday 7th May
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thanks.

Redshed

Original Poster:

11 posts

34 months

Tuesday 7th May
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I had a warranty on the California and the gear speed sensor went which was a big job.
I understand the mindset regarding 3rd party on insurance, i'm other end of the spectrum and go full comp where possible.

Redshed

Original Poster:

11 posts

34 months

Wednesday 8th May
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thanks again for the information,
I need to decide if I am actually ready to sell the california and then sit patiently for the right car.
Budget is probably around max £75k but if I can be bothered waiting until Q1 next year then I can push it up to £80k.

Not an easy decision but a nice one to have none the less.
I went from Exige to the California, a track car to a touring car and don't regret it. I do however, want to keep going up a level each time I get a new "fun" car and Mclaren always seems to be right there in front of me daring me to go with my "heart" and ignore any thoughts of contracting STDs or buying a lemon.