Advantages Of Buying a Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle

What Are The Benefits Of Purchasing A Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle?

When you are shopping for a car, should you buy a new car or used car? What’s the best option? A Neil Huffman manufacturer Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Vehicle is a great alternative to buying a brand-new car. Certified Pre-Owned vehicles are used cars, but they come with many benefits that can actually exceed the benefits of buying a new car.

Our manufacturers and car dealerships make sure that our CPO cars take the guesswork out of buying a used car. These vehicles are thoroughly inspected, completely reconditioned, and fully guaranteed to be top-quality cars in excellent working order.

To start with, only the best low-mileage and off-lease vehicles qualify for our CPO programs. The cars are fully inspected with between 100 and 200 functions fully checked out by our factory certified technicians — from door locks to the internal workings of the engine and transmission. Any services or replacements that are necessary are taken care of. The technicians also fix any outstanding open recalls that might be needed.

Every Certified Pre-Owned vehicle is required to have a clear title, which means none have ever been totaled, flooded, salvaged or rebuilt in any way. All of Neil Huffman’s CPO vehicles come with vehicle history reports. This report outlines the background of the vehicle, how it was used, and if there were any accidents. Since only accident-free vehicles qualify to be a CPO vehicle, this report assures you that the car is accident-free and has a solid history of good maintenance.

CPO vehicles not only come with the remainder of the factory warranty coverage if available, but since the vehicle has been fully inspected and reconditioned, often the warranty coverage is extended beyond the factory coverage. This warranty is also supplemented with additional coverage — including roadside assistance — and often additional extended warranties can be purchased to even further enhance the coverage. That coverage also includes buyback protection if you later discover the car had flood, fire damage or a rolled-back odometer. This coverage provides even greater peace of mind than purchasing a non-CPO used vehicle.

Several manufacturers also include maintenance services, like oil changes, tire rotations, access to loaner cars, and other benefits. Any service department of your car’s brand will service or repair your vehicle under the CPO warranty, which is a benefit if you travel or have to relocate.

Most manufacturers also offer great financing and leasing options for CPO vehicles, too. These financing options can include lower interest rates and longer terms than you may find for most other used cars. This can help keep your payments lower and you’re assured that you are buying a great quality vehicle.

Plus, the purchase price is typically lower than buying a new car. Since the first owner has paid the initial depreciation, you can buy a high-quality used car at a substantial discount from its new counterpart. Because you are buying a high-quality used car that’s been reconditioned and has a warranty, the price will be higher than a typical used car that is not certified; but, according to Edmunds sales data, that price is only between $1,000 to just over $2000 ¹ more, which is a small price to pay for the peace of mind and the other benefits of buying a CPO vehicle.

Neil Huffman Automotive CPO Vehicle Program Overview

Here is a quick overview of the CPO Vehicle programs offered by our dealerships. This is just a summary of the major benefits and the programs; other perks are also included. The benefits and requirements vary between our manufacturers, so stop into your nearby Neil Huffman dealership for more information on the various programs.

Acura CPO vehicles have less than 80,000 miles and are less than six years old. All Acura CPO vehicles include a 182-point inspection and a 24 month, 100,000 mile warranty. They also include Acura concierge service, a vehicle history report, and complimentary maintenance.

Honda CPO vehicles include a seven-year, 100,000-mile warranty. They have had a 186-point inspection, and roadside assistance is included. Additionally, they qualify for extended HondaCare service contracts.

Volkswagen Certified vehicles include a one year 12,000 mile or two-year 24,000-mile comprehensive warranty (depending on the model year) in addition to the remaining factory warranty. All Volkswagen certified pre-owned vehicles have had a 100+ point inspection and include 24-hour roadside assistance.

Mazda CPO vehicles have had a 160-point inspection, and include a 12-month 12,000 comprehensive warranty, and a seven-year 100,000-mile powertrain warranty with zero deductible on covered repairs. Mazda CPO vehicles also include 24-hour roadside assistance and available extended coverage.

Subaru Certified Pre-Owned vehicles have had a thorough 152-point inspection, and include a seven-year 100,000 mile, zero deductible warranty. They come with 24/7 roadside assistance, available extended coverage, and a one- year STARLINK Safety Plus package trial with Collision Notification (on STARLINK equipped models.)

Nissan CPO vehicles are less than six years old and have fewer than 80,000 miles. A 167-point inspection has been performed, and Nissan includes a seven-year/100,000-mile limited warranty, 24-hour Emergency Roadside Assistance, Car Rental Reimbursement and Towing Benefit. Only Genuine Nissan parts are used for any reconditioning. Nissan also includes a CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™, and all Nissan CPO vehicles qualify for an optional Nissan Security+Plus® Extended Protection Plan.

GM Certified Pre-Owned vehicles are less than five years old and have under 75,000 miles. They undergo a rigorous 172-point inspection and come with a six-year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty. They also have a 12-Month/12,000-Mile Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty. All GM CPO vehicles include an exclusive CPO Scheduled Maintenance Program for 24 months, 24/7 Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation, and a 90-day free trial OnStar Services.

General Motors CPO vehicles also are eligible for GM’s Vehicle Exchange Program. If you aren’t happy with your GM CPO vehicle, you have three days or 150 miles (whichever comes first) to exchange your Certified Pre-Owned vehicle for something that you’ll love.

Neil Huffman Automotive’s factory CPO programs are ideal for shoppers who want to drive a nearly-new car with a solid warranty, while saving money over the price of a new car. Hurry into your favorite Neil Huffman dealership to learn more about our CPO programs, benefits, and to start shopping for your nearly new car today!

 

1 https://www.edmunds.com/car-buying/what-are-certified-used-vehicles.html

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