What is a Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle?
A Certified Pre-Owned vehicle is a used car that has been inspected, refurbished, and certified by the manufacturer or an authorized dealership. These vehicles must meet specific criteria regarding age, mileage, and condition to qualify for the program. Each manufacturer has its own set of standards for its CPO program.
The primary benefit of a CPO vehicle is the inclusion of a manufacturer-backed warranty, which often extends beyond the original factory warranty. This provides buyers with peace of mind similar to purchasing a new vehicle, while still offering the depreciation benefits of a used car.
Only franchised dealerships can sell factory-certified pre-owned vehicles. For example, only a Toyota dealership can sell a Toyota Certified Used Vehicle.
The Certification Process
It is crucial to understand that Keyosk does not certify vehicles. The certification process is handled entirely by the dealership selling the car, following the guidelines set by the manufacturer. The dealership performs the multi-point inspection and makes any necessary repairs before listing the vehicle as CPO.
Because the dealership handles the certification, any questions or issues regarding the warranty or the vehicle's condition must be addressed directly with them. We can locate CPO inventory and provide details on the manufacturer's CPO program parameters, but we cannot vouch for the mechanical condition of a specific vehicle.
Buyers should always review the inspection report provided by the dealership for a CPO vehicle to understand what was checked and what work was performed.
Searching for CPO Inventory
Searching for a CPO vehicle is similar to searching for a new car in that we can filter inventory based on specific criteria. However, because CPO vehicles are still used cars, the exact features and condition will vary from car to car. Finding a specific color or trim in a CPO vehicle may take longer than finding it new.
CPO vehicles often carry a higher price over non-certified used cars due to the added warranty and inspection process. The dealership sets the final price for these vehicles. If you are interested in exploring CPO options, we can include them in our search parameters alongside new vehicle options.