Engine Shield - Excluded Models

All used vehicles receive the Engine Shield Warranty with the following exceptions:
  • Vehicles older than 15 model years OR greater than 100,000 miles
  • Vehicles that are covered under a specific Manufacturer's Certified Warranty
  • Vehicles deemed to be part of the "Pre-Auction" inventory
  • Vehicles listed as "ineligible" (same exclusionary list as the Lifetime)
See Dealer for Details.

Excluded Makes and Models List:
These models are also excluded from the Engine Shield Warranty
  • Audi R8
  • Mercedes-Benz Maybach
  • Mercedes-Benz SLR
  • Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
  • Nissan GTR
  • Porsche 911 (GT3 Trim)
  • Incomplete, flatbed, Hi cube or cutaway models
  • Special limited production and rare exotic models
  • Any model with a GVWR in excess of 14,000 pounds
  • Any model where the odometer does not reflect the actual mileage
  • Any model declared a total loss or issued a salvage or branded title
  • Any model sold by other dealers, lessors or private parties

Ineligible Models - Usage/Modification:
  • Used for commercial hauling, delivery, limousine service, ride share or transportation network -E.G. Uber, Lyft)
  • Used for hauling or towing in excess of the manufacturer's limitations and specifications. 
  • Used for rental, racing, speed contest or other competition, police car, security vehicle, emergency vehicle, shuttle service, taxi or commercial towing. 
  • Equipped to plow snow, whether or not the plow blade is attached. 
  • Modified for off-road usage or high performance equipment including, but not limited to engine, transmission, drive axle, exhaust systems, suspension, lift kits, oversized/undersized tires.
Exceptions to Eligibility:

  • Company-owned vehicles that meet all other eligibility guidelines for a VSC based on usage are eligible for coverage. The company name should be indicated as the purchaser on the contract form.
  • Exceptions may be granted on certain ineligible vehicles where a conversion invoice, outlining the way in which the vehicle was completed, has been provided. No exception shall be granted without the accompanying invoice. When an exception is granted, the non-factory modifications will not be covered by the service contract. Exceptions on incomplete vehicles are intended to accommodate cosmetic changes made for personal use.
  • Customary lifted vehicles (generally 4-6 inches of total lift and tire sizes not to exceed 37 inches) are permissible. Excessive lift kits and oversized tires could result in claim denials under the contract exclusion that states no coverage for damages caused by "The direct result of modifications which do not meet factory specifications.
  • Contract coverage for mechanical systems unaffected by lift kit/oversized tire modifications (e.g. electrical components) will not be excluded, as a result of the lift kit/oversized tires, under this exclusion.
  • Aftermarket lift kits are not covered. Only a mechanical defect to a factory lift kit would be covered under Comprehensive coverage.