Ford Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles: The Best Way to Buy Used

March 30th, 2018 by

A white certified pre-owned Ford F150 outside a beautiful log home

Car shopping can be fraught with emotion – it can be stressful if you are worried about sticking to your budget, overwhelming if you don’t know what type of car you are in the market for, joyous when you are able to purchase a vehicle that you love and downright frustrating figuring out which make, and model is right for you and your families needs. And that’s before you even throw in the wrench of used car shopping. Sure, for some people the idea of buying used is no big deal – after all, what better way to reduce, reuse and recycle than to give an old car new life. In fact, some people even find buying used to be quaint and thrifty – much like scoring a beloved and sought-after handbag in a consignment store.

However, a car is undoubtedly a more significant investment than a handbag, and while you might be willing to take the risk on a handbag that has been previously carried around by a stranger, it’s possible you don’t feel confident taking that same risk when it comes to your car. After all, how are you to know if your new-to-you vehicle has been mistreated by a previous owner? It could have hidden damage, a history of neglected oil changes or any number of issues that a seller could simply “forget to mention”. However, there is a way to mitigate the risk of buying a previously possessed vehicle, and that’s to shop for a Ford Certified Pre-Owned car, truck or SUV at your local dealership.

 

What is a “Ford Certified Pre-Owned” Vehicle?

If you’ve never heard of a Ford Certified Pre-Owned car before, don’t worry – many shoppers are unfamiliar with the idea of Certified Pre-Owned vehicles, even though buying Certified Pre-Owned is one of the safest ways to protect your car and yourself from buying a used car that might turn out to be on it’s very last legs (or, should was say, wheels).

When you buy a Ford Certified Pre-Owned car, truck or SUV, you are essentially protecting yourself from potential  future costly repairs – after all, just because the vehicle drove just perfectly for its last owner doesn’t mean you won’t be hit with a host of expensive repairs and maintenance needs right after signing on the dotted line.  Buying a  Ford Certified Pre-Owned vehicle gives you peace of mind knowing that your car has gone through a rigorous 172 Point Inspection, which entails a thorough review of the vehicle’s history and upcoming scheduled maintenance needs, a complete check-up of the underhood, underbody and diagnostic systems in the vehicle and an in-depth inspection of both the interior and the exterior of the vehicle. Finally, all Ford Certified Pre-Owned vehicles are put to the test during a comprehensive road test.

In case you still had doubts or worries that the car in question may have an unsavory history behind it, all Ford Certified Pre-Owned vehicles also come with a CarFax report, so you can see for self if there has been any reported fire, frame or flood damage, if the car has come from a salvage situation, if there have been any reported odometer issues and finally – and possibly most importantly – you can review the accident and title history of the car. Reviewing the title history might seem unimportant, but you may be surprised to learn that your car could have had several owners prior to you… and if that is the case, you may decide that you’re uncomfortable assuming that all of the previous owners took great of the car. It’s a personal choice – which is the beauty of the CarFax Vehicle History Report – it gives you all the of the most pertinent information on the car so that you can make an educated and informed decision.

Now here is the real reason to consider buying a Ford Certified Pre-Owned vehicle: Limited Warranty Coverage. Think about it – if you buy an older model used vehicle, it’s possible your dealership may offer some form of extended warranty coverage, but most likely you’re going to be on the hook for any damages or issues that arise with that car. And that should have you seeing dollar signs – after all, we all know that car repairs aren’t exactly cheap. With the Ford Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty Coverage, buyers can rest easy knowing that they have extensive protection on their vehicle. According to Ford, the Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty covers:

So if you’re skittish about buying used because you are worried you may be stuck with pricey repairs down the road, you should start reconsidering that stance and give the Ford Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty Coverage a more thorough review. Sure, you might still be buying used, but you’re buying used with a whole lot more protection than you would be if you didn’t choose to buy Certified Pre-Owned.

 

Coverage that you can Count On

Still not convinced that Ford Certified Pre-Owned is right for you? Well, you might want to think about the fact that if you choose to go the Ford Certified Pre-Owned route, you’ll also have access to incredible benefits such as rental car reimbursement, towing assistance and 24-hour roadside assistance in case you find yourself out of gas or stuck with a flat tire at any point in time. Talk about feeling protected!

 

Ford Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles: Worth Every Penny

You might be wondering why everyone doesn’t buy a Ford Certified Pre-Owned vehicle, given that the benefits are so outstanding. Well, the main reason is simply because the upfront cost of buying a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle is going to be slightly higher than simply buying a standard used vehicle. However, when you factor in all of the peace of mind and then extraordinary benefits you’ll reap just from choosing to buy a Ford Certified Pre-Owned vehicle, it’s easy to see that the extra upfront cost is worth every penny. Still, have a few questions about buying a Ford Certified Pre-Owned vehicle? Simply head to your local Ford dealership and let us show you why Certified Pre-Owned is the best way to buy a used car, truck or SUV.

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