JZ said:what do you mean by "pioneer won't allow them to touch the Z1" why? if he's buying from an unauthorized dealer, isn't the warranty already void?
There are only 2 authorized locations that can repair the AVIC-Z1: Columbus, OH and Long Beach, CA.
As far as the thing about the unauthorized dealer, personally I don't know. I am just commenting on what I know about this 3rd party warranty stuff. It aint worth it.....