One of the most common new trends when it comes to buying a car is the purchase of a vehicle service agreement. Vehicle service agreements are especially popular on high end vehicles, such as Porsche vehicles. Porsche owners know that, while the Porsche workmanship is second to none, things can go wrong. When they do, you’re much better off with a service agreement already in place.

Vehicle service agreements may vary from one dealer or from one manufacturer to another. In most cases, a service agreement will supplement a vehicle’s existing warranty. In many cases, it extends that warranty beyond the manufacturer’s time period.

Often, these agreements will add to the manufacturer’s warranty, as well. For example, they may include roadside assistance. They may also help to cover some of the routine maintenance type costs on your vehicle.

If you’re buying a new vehicle, you should ask your dealer about a vehicle service agreement so that you know what all of your options are. This is also true for a used vehicle; in fact, it’s probably even more useful for you to consider a service agreement on a used vehicle than it is for a new one. Here again, your dealership should be able to provide you with information about your options.