Used vs. Certified Pre-Owned
What is the Difference Between Used and Certified Pre-Owned?
Interested in learning more about what the difference between CPO vs. used vehicles is and which you should choose? While technically both categories fall under “used,” there are important distinctions between them that you’ll want to be aware of when purchasing a used or certified pre-owned vehicle. Learn more about used and CPO models with us at Karl Klement Ford Decatur near Springtown today.
What to Know About Buying a Used Car
Used vehicles are models that have been previously used by other owners. These models can vary in terms of model year, mileage, and number of previous owners as well. Because of this, they tend to come at a lower cost than newer vehicles and CPO models. If you’re looking to save even more, we even have an inventory of used cars under $15,000 for sale.
Some used cars can reach up to 100,000 miles on them. While this may seem like a risk, the truth is that most vehicles can last for hundreds of miles with routine maintenance. Even so, remember:
- Standard used vehicles are not required by the OEM to be inspected before being sold. Dealerships like ours can be counted on to still inspect the vehicle for safety and quality, but you should approach private sales with greater caution. Any privately sold used vehicle you’re considering should be inspected by a trusted technician and taken for a test drive before making an offer.
- Discuss any issues in terms of vehicle condition or performance that arise, to ensure the vehicle is fit for your needs and safe to drive. If you plan to purchase it despite any problems, make sure you factor the cost of repairs into your budget.
- Some cars and SUVs can last more than 200,000 miles on Boyd roads with proper care and maintenance, so a high-mileage used car could well be a good option if you’re on a tight budget.
What to Know About Buying a CPO Car
What do you need to know about buying a CPO vehicle? Certified pre-owned, or CPO, models are used vehicles that have gone through rigorous testing by a factory-trained technician. This inspection follows a stringent list of points that are determined by the manufacturer. If the vehicle passes the inspection, only then can it be a part of the manufacturer’s certified pre-owned program.
The requirements for the Ford CPO program are as follows:
- Model year is within five years of the current model year
- Generally less than 80,000 miles, sometimes up to 100,000 miles
- A multi-point inspection
- Offered with extended warranties and/or limited powertrain warranties
Another difference between used and certified used cars is that CPO models are typically newer and have less mileage. This means they also come at a higher price than used cars, but are still more affordable than newer models.
Shop for Pre-Owned Vehicles at Karl Klement Ford Decatur
Before driving up from Fort Worth to test drive one of our models, check out our online inventory to find your favorite model. We also offer used vehicle specials and lease options to help you save more. Contact our team today with any questions in the meantime.
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