I've posted this elsewhere & very new here so bare with me!
Bought Certified Pre-Owned 2017 C-Max (not plug-in) in early 2021 with around maybe 56,000 miles. I’ve gotten regular maintenance so far, but in July at around 68,000 I got a dreaded hum during acceleration. The right CV axel shaft was then replaced first cause the bearing was making a noise. Tires got replaced month & half later but was still humming. Finally found out it was the transmission & has since been repaired\rebuilt (not replaced with new unit) under my warranty. Hum noise now completely gone! While I’m SUPER DUPER thankful that my dealership could fix it I’m still in my own little dilemma.
My warranty expires in 6 months (not worried about hitting miles first) & wondering if I should pay for another warranty or trade in & buy a new preowned vehicle?
I wanted to pay off the rest owed on it in a year & own it. However due to the repair, I’m little worried bout longevity & if it’s worth investing in anymore. I garage the vehicle, I think used to be a fleet, and I’ve used regularly for in town work & an occasional 1- 2 hr long trip (I’d like to potentially take longer trips in the future). I’m unfamiliar with this hybrid & its potential problems as it ages(Engine/Battery/AC/ETC) especially since its a repaired tranny now. Any advice would help weigh my options, thanks!
