Apple care on refurb mac

Question

hi, today i got my refurb mac form currys delivered. I have checked the service on this mac on apples site and it says its covered till november this year. I have been told that if i provide my proof of purchase to apple that they normally extend the warrenty to a year from the date i purchased? i see on the page that it says in the small print that if you think the date is wrong you can email a proof of purchase to them. i can't seem to find this anywhere. Can someone please help me, thankyou.

Answer 1

Here is an excerpt from Apple's Refurbished Warranty FAQ:
Apple Certified Refurbished Products
Frequently Asked Questions:
(1)     What are Apple Certified Refurbished Products?
Apple Certified Refurbished Products are pre-owned Apple products that undergo Apple's stringent refurbishment process prior to being offered for sale. While only some units are returned due to technical issues, all units undergo Apple's stringent quality refurbishment process.
Each Apple Certified Refurbished Product:
is fully tested (including full burn-in testing).
is refurbished with replacement parts for any defective modules identified in testing.
is put through a thorough cleaning process and inspection.
is repackaged (including appropriate manuals, cables, new boxes, etc.).
includes the operating software originally shipped with the unit and the custom software offered with that system. See each products "Learn More" for more details.
is given a new refurbished part number and serial number.
is placed into a Final QA inspection prior to being added to sellable refurbished stock.
Refurbishment procedures follow the same basic technical guidelines as Apple's Finished Goods testing procedures.
(2)     What should I expect when I purchase an Apple Certified Refurbished Product?
Substantial savings
A fully functional unit with complete documentation
The assurance that the unit meets Apple's premiere quality standards, and that its defective components have been replaced by genuine Apple components
(3)     Can I purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan for my Apple Certified Refurbished Product?
All Apple Certified Refurbished Products are covered by Apple's One-Year Limited Warranty. For extended coverage, you have the option of purchasing the AppleCare Protection Plan with your Apple Certified Refurbished Product. The AppleCare Protection Plan extends the complimentary coverage on your Apple Certified Refurbished Product to up to three years of world-class support for Mac, and up to two years of world-class support for iPod, iPad, iPhone, and Apple TV.
Basically, it's a year from the date of purchase. If you purchased it in March 2012 it is valid until March 2013.
You may be required to validate your purchase date, that's all there is to it.  You are not required to take any action at all, unless and until you need to file a warranty claim prior to March 2013.
I hope this clarifies it for you