What are Certified Pre-Owned Used Cars?
Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicles can be considered a category by themselves. They occupy the space between new and used cars. To bring a peace of mind to consumers, automotive manufacturers have established programs to identify the best of the used cars available for sale and offer them with factory-backed warranties to consumers.
How does a used cars certification program work?
The certification process is overseen exclusively by the manufacturer rather than the dealer. Each manufacturer has its own set of criteria and processes for approving a vehicle as Certified Pre-Owned. Usually, the best pre-owned vehicles are selected then they are taken through a thorough check process and reconditioning, and offered with extended warranties and services to the buyers. Compare different programs.
Why purchase a Certified Pre-Owned car?
Certified used cars have been through a rigorous inspection and repair process which makes them much more reliable. Those inspections are conducted by qualified technicians who go over long check-point lists provided by the manufacturer. The warranties offered for a used vehicle represent a stamp of approval by the manufacturer and most importantly turn a certified used car into a great alternative to a new car. This great value however, usually comes with a higher price tag compared to a non-certified used vehicle. Despite the higher price, in the past few years manufacturer certified programs have been gaining popularity with consumers seeking a high value alternative to a new car.