Benefits of Buying Certified Pre-Owned
If you are shopping for a new vehicle to drive around town with, then you have a variety of options that are available to you. From new vehicles to used vehicles, you may find it somewhat challenging to determine which vehicle will suit your needs the best. Certified pre-owned vehicles are used vehicles that offer many of the same advantages that new vehicles have to offer while also being more affordable than new vehicles. There are a variety of additional reasons why you should consider purchasing a certified pre-owned vehicle as your next vehicle.
More for Less
New vehicles begin to depreciate and lose their value as soon as they are signed for by a buyer. Much of the depreciation that new vehicles experience occurs in the first few years of their lifespans. Therefore, customers are able to save money on newer vehicles when they purchase vehicles that are around two to three years old. Certified pre-owned vehicles are light-used vehicles that are typically not too old. Many certified pre-owned vehicles are equipped with the latest features and technologies as well, providing customers with many opportunities to select modern vehicles at decreased prices.
Great Condition
In order for certified pre-owned vehicles to be included in certified pre-owned programs, the vehicles have to meet several stringent requirements. These requirements can vary between dealerships, but most dealerships require that the vehicles in their certified pre-owned programs have clean vehicle history reports without any accidents on their reports. Additionally, certified pre-owned vehicles typically have to have low mileages in order to be accepted into certified pre-owned programs.
Multi-Point Inspection
Dealerships make sure that the vehicles in their certified pre-owned programs are high-quality by performing multi-point inspections on the vehicles before they are accepted. A multi-point inspection is a service where the numerous components and systems of a vehicle are inspected to ensure that the vehicle is functioning properly. A multi-point inspection of a vehicle is often done by multiple technicians at a dealership and can cover as many as 200 individual components. If something unsatisfactory is found on a vehicle during a multi-point inspection, then the dealership will either recondition the vehicle and make any necessary repairs, or decline the vehicle from being included in their certified pre-owned program.
Extended Warranty
A key advantage that certified pre-owned vehicles offer over traditional used vehicles is that many certified pre-owned vehicles are sold with warranties. There are a variety of warranties that are available for certified pre-owned vehicles, from manufacturer-backed warranties to dealership warranties. Some warranties cover entire vehicles, while other warranties only cover specific components and parts. Therefore, be sure to ask about the warranty that may be included with your certified pre-owned vehicle so that you are aware of the services that you can expect to receive.
Dependable Maintenance
Many dealerships offer free maintenance for their certified pre-owned vehicles for a specified amount of time or mileage. While the maintenance plans may not cover complex repairs, they typically cover routine services, like oil changes. You can save money on several items and services for your new certified pre-owned vehicle if it includes a free maintenance plan.
Vehicle Exchange
Dealerships often provide their customers with the opportunity to return their certified pre-owned vehicles if they are unhappy with their experiences with the vehicles. The opportunity allows customers to exchange the vehicles for other vehicles in the dealerships' inventories, rather than to outright return the vehicles for their money back. As a part of their exchange policies, dealerships also specify the amount of time and mileage that customers can use their certified pre-owned vehicles for prior to returning the vehicles.
New vehicles begin to depreciate and lose their value as soon as they are signed for by a buyer. Much of the depreciation that new vehicles experience occurs in the first few years of their lifespans. Therefore, customers are able to save money on newer vehicles when they purchase vehicles that are around two to three years old. Certified pre-owned vehicles are light-used vehicles that are typically not too old. Many certified pre-owned vehicles are equipped with the latest features and technologies as well, providing customers with many opportunities to select modern vehicles at decreased prices.
Great Condition
In order for certified pre-owned vehicles to be included in certified pre-owned programs, the vehicles have to meet several stringent requirements. These requirements can vary between dealerships, but most dealerships require that the vehicles in their certified pre-owned programs have clean vehicle history reports without any accidents on their reports. Additionally, certified pre-owned vehicles typically have to have low mileages in order to be accepted into certified pre-owned programs.
Multi-Point Inspection
Dealerships make sure that the vehicles in their certified pre-owned programs are high-quality by performing multi-point inspections on the vehicles before they are accepted. A multi-point inspection is a service where the numerous components and systems of a vehicle are inspected to ensure that the vehicle is functioning properly. A multi-point inspection of a vehicle is often done by multiple technicians at a dealership and can cover as many as 200 individual components. If something unsatisfactory is found on a vehicle during a multi-point inspection, then the dealership will either recondition the vehicle and make any necessary repairs, or decline the vehicle from being included in their certified pre-owned program.
Extended Warranty
A key advantage that certified pre-owned vehicles offer over traditional used vehicles is that many certified pre-owned vehicles are sold with warranties. There are a variety of warranties that are available for certified pre-owned vehicles, from manufacturer-backed warranties to dealership warranties. Some warranties cover entire vehicles, while other warranties only cover specific components and parts. Therefore, be sure to ask about the warranty that may be included with your certified pre-owned vehicle so that you are aware of the services that you can expect to receive.
Dependable Maintenance
Many dealerships offer free maintenance for their certified pre-owned vehicles for a specified amount of time or mileage. While the maintenance plans may not cover complex repairs, they typically cover routine services, like oil changes. You can save money on several items and services for your new certified pre-owned vehicle if it includes a free maintenance plan.
Vehicle Exchange
Dealerships often provide their customers with the opportunity to return their certified pre-owned vehicles if they are unhappy with their experiences with the vehicles. The opportunity allows customers to exchange the vehicles for other vehicles in the dealerships' inventories, rather than to outright return the vehicles for their money back. As a part of their exchange policies, dealerships also specify the amount of time and mileage that customers can use their certified pre-owned vehicles for prior to returning the vehicles.
Certified pre-owned vehicles are great options for customers who want some of the latest and greatest features in their vehicles but want to avoid purchasing new vehicles. Shopping for a certified pre-owned vehicle will allow you to meet any of your budget requirements while purchasing a vehicle that is dependable. At Gerry Lane Buick GMC, we have a diverse and large selection of vehicles in our inventory for you to choose between. Visit our dealership to learn more about what we have to offer and the benefits that shopping for a certified pre-owned vehicle can provide.