Is Buying a Certified Pre-Owned Car Worth It?
Here are three reasons why buying a certified pre-owned car is worth it!
1). So Good It’s Almost New
Certified pre-owned (CPO) cars are used and have been previously driven by at least one other owner. However, because of the rigorous inspection vehicles must undergo before earning the CPO badge, it’s like you’re driving a new car.
All potential CPO vehicles must first pass an inspection of more than 100 points. This inspection checks all parts of the vehicle, including the transmission, brakes, steering, and more.
If a vehicle doesn’t perform according to the Volkswagen standards, it won’t be considered a certified pre-owned model until it does. This means a certified technician will perform any maintenance or service needed to get it to 100 percent.
Plus, all certified pre-owned Volkswagen vehicles are outfitted with Genuine Volkswagen Parts. This way, they’ll fit your model perfectly and will likely last longer than generic parts.
2). Certified Pre-Owned Warranties
All certified pre-owned Volkswagen vehicles come with a Model-Specific Limited Warranty. This warranty begins when the New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires or on the date of sale, whichever comes later.
Depending on the model year, the warranty coverage changes slightly:
- 2017 & older models: 2-year/24,000-mile warranty, whichever comes first
- 2018 & 2019 models: 1-year/12,000-mile warranty, whichever comes first
- 2020 & newer models: 2-year/24,000-mile warranty, whichever comes first
During the time of your vehicle’s warranty, repairs will be covered and performed at no additional charge after reaching a small deductible. This way, you can feel confident that your Volkswagen Certified Pre-Owned model is up for any challenge that may come your way and will stay in tip-top shape.
3). Plenty of Perks
On top of getting behind the wheel of a premium Volkswagen vehicle you’re sure to love, certified pre-owned vehicles offer plenty of additional perks. For example, each model comes with a complimentary CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™.
This report looks at the vehicle’s past, including maintenance intervals, ownership history, collision history—if applicable—and more. This report is like your time machine to learn all there is to know about your dream vehicle before it came your way.
Volkswagen Certified Pre-Owned vehicles also come with 24-hour Roadside Assistance, which covers services like:
- Towing
- Emergency fuel delivery
- Emergency door unlocking
Your vehicle also comes with a 3-month All-Access Trial Subscription to SiriusXM®. With more than 150 different channels, you’re sure to find the station that matches your in-car entertainment needs.
Find Your Dream Certified Pre-Owned Model Today
Thanks to the rigorous inspection, comprehensive vehicle warranty, and all the additional perks, it’s no question that buying a certified pre-owned car is worth it.
Now that you know more about what it means to buy a certified pre-owned car, you can get started on your search for your dream model. Browse our inventory in person or online, then take it for a test drive in and around Littleton, Parker, and Castle Rock, Colorado.
What are you waiting for? Visit us at McDonald Volkswagen to find your dream certified pre-owned car today!
