BBB is continuing to warn automobile owners about the dangers of making a hasty extended warranty purchase based solely on a postcard or phone call you may receive. It has become unfortunately too commonplace that these typically result in high pressure sales combined with misleading coverage offers, high prices, and having either no clue with whom you are talking to or mis-representation about who they are. The Better Business Bureau of Northwest North Carolina has confirmed recent calls were not originated from locally and regionally known car companies. The BBB offers the following advice to keep in mind if you’re considering an after-market car (extended) warranty:  Don’t give out personal information,  including Social Security, bank or credit card numbers,  over the phone or by email unless you are absolutely certain with whom you are dealing.  Don’t be pressured into making an abrupt and un-informed decision.  Insist on getting a contract that clearly explains all terms and conditions before signing up or providing credit card or other payment information. The BBB says-- Consumers should always check out the company first with the BBB atwww.bbb.org; Caller ID can be “spoofed”; Local phone numbers are easy to obtain; and Consumers can place their phone number on the federal do not call list by visiting www.donotcall.gov.