Most of you will remember a simpler time when there were only two choices when in the market for a car. You would either go to a dealership and buy a brand new car right off of the lot, or you would take your chances and pore through newspapers and trading magazines in search of […]
Category: Certified Pre-Owned
What Are the Pros and Cons of Buying a CPO Jeep Wrangler?
You’ve probably heard about buying certified pre-owned. If you haven’t or don’t know what it means, a simple explanation is that certified pre-owned is a great way to buy a vehicle that’s cheaper than the MSRP but also with benefits and guarantees. Some of these benefits include post-purchase service support and bumper-to-bumper warranties. Potential shoppers […]
Buying Used: To CPO or Not to CPO
When you’re shopping for a used car, you have a lot of decisions to make, not the least of which is whether you should choose a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicle. Today, many manufacturers are really taking CPO options to new heights, and several of them now offer multiple options for CPO buyers. Honda, for instance, […]
Are Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles Really Better Than Other Used Cars?
It’s hard enough to shop for and find a reliable used car, but when you add varying quality levels to the mix, it’s downright stress-inducing. Navigating online classifieds and trying to understand flashy app-based novelty car buying services is enough to make you decide to abandon the search altogether. Then, someone throws in a whole […]
The Lowdown on Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles
When you’re shopping for used cars and see some called “used” and some “pre-owned” and still others labeled “Certified Pre-Owned” (CPO), it’s easy to wonder: why are some used cars not CPO? Quite simply, models can only be sold as CPO when they meet strict requirements set by the original manufacturer, so used cars are […]
Where Versatility Meets Affordability: CPO Jeep Grand Cherokee
Are you looking for a vehicle that can do it all? When it comes to versatility, there’s no question that the Jeep Grand Cherokee is a top performer thanks to its ability to take you from your daily commute and picking up the kids from school to your weekend adventures off the beaten path. But […]
The Truth About CPO Vehicles
There’s no denying that used vehicles make up a significant share of the vehicles that you see on the road today. Simply put, there are far too many advantages to springing for a pre-owned ride that can save you both time and trouble in the long run. Not all used vehicles are made equal, however, […]
Does Certified Pre-Owned Mean Certified Reliability?
Pre-owned vehicles are quite popular, but more notably, they are a crucial part of the automotive industry. Every vehicle will become pre-owned at some point, but not all of them perform as they once did. When you’re purchasing a used vehicle, there’s a distinct layer of trust you must form with the seller as you […]
What is the Difference Between Used and Certified Pre-Owned Cars?
When shopping for a new-to-you car, truck, or SUV, you will most likely be faced with the question of whether to buy a used car or a certified pre-owned car. But wait a minute. Isn’t “certified pre-owned” just a fancy way of saying used? Don’t dealers just dress up the term to make it sound […]
The Language of the Auto Industry: New, Used, and CPO
The number of options and choices you have available to you when shopping for a vehicle can be quite staggering and quickly seem overwhelming. Even before you start looking at different makes and models, and various model years when approaching your options, you have decisions to make just regarding the condition of the vehicle. New, […]
What to Expect at a Used Car Dealership Near You
Finding the right used car can be a daunting process. From inspections to vehicle history reports and everything in-between, it can be harder to settle on a pre-owned model than it is to find a new one. Luckily, we are here to help! Start things off by narrowing down what kind of vehicle you are […]
Factory Certified Pre-Owned vs Dealer Certified Pre-Owned
When checking used car ads from dealerships, certain phrases frequently pop up. “Certified Pre-Owned” is one of the most common phrases, and just looking at that phrase gives car shoppers a sense of security. Whether the description says the vehicle is “Factory Certified” or “Dealer Certified,” it is a comforting phrase. It gives the impression […]
Today’s Used Cars Are a Better Value and More Reliable Than Ever
It’s almost that time again, the time of year when we make promises to ourselves in the hope of improving our lives or becoming a better person. That’s right, the New Year is just around the corner. It’s a practice that dates back over 4,000 years, since the time of the ancient Babylonians, which means […]