Benefits of Buying Certified Pre Owned

Benefits of Buying Certified Pre-Owned

A certified pre-owned vehicle, such as the ones available at Lawrence Chevrolet in Mechanicsburg, PA, are different than the typical used car you might be used to. To meet the exacting standards that Lawrence Chevrolet upholds, each vehicle that is sold as certified pre-owned must earn it.

What is a Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle?

For Lawrence Chevrolet to sell a used vehicle as certified pre-owned, it must have a limited number of miles on it. Only fairly new vehicles can earn this distinction. Each certified pre-owned vehicle sold by Lawrence Chevrolet must undergo a rigorous inspection that covers 172 metrics. This is to ensure that every vehicle that leaves the lot is in its best condition.

In addition, every certified pre-owned vehicle is treated to a comprehensive reconditioning process. Before Lawrence Chevrolet puts their certified pre-owned label on a vehicle, any safety recalls are identified and addressed. However, Lawrence Chevrolet encourages any potential vehicle buyer to do their due diligence by checking on the recall status of the vehicle they are interested in.

At Lawrence Chevrolet, they provide their customers with two warranties that apply to their purchase of a certified pre-owned vehicle. The first warranty provides extended new car coverage from bumper to bumper for 12 months or 12,000 miles.

A second warranty offers an extended limited warranty on the vehicle's powertrain. This coverage lasts for a total of 6 years or 100,000 miles.

Benefits of Choosing a Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle

There are many benefits that customers can enjoy when they choose to purchase a certified pre-owned vehicle. These include:

1. Gently Used

   Every vehicle that is traded into a dealership or acquired by it in some way is not going to meet the standards for their certified pre-owned vehicle program. In general, these vehicles will be gently used with low miles on their odometer. They will also be a few years old or newer.

2. Recently Inspected

   Purchasing a vehicle that has been recently inspected provides a level of comfort for many people. Not only does such an inspection ensure that everything on the vehicle work as it is supposed to, but it also provides the buyer with documentation for any repairs that were performed, if applicable.

3. No Major Collisions

   Choosing a certified pre-owned vehicle means that the buyer can be assured that they are purchasing a car, truck, van, or SUV that has no damage to its frame and no major body damage. In addition, if a vehicle has had a significant or extensive history of collisions, it might not be a candidate for this program.

4. Warranties are Included

   It's important to note that not all certified pre-owned vehicle programs are alike. The best ones, such as the one offered by Lawrence Chevrolet, provide buyers with extensive warranties.

   These are designed to provide peace of mind for the buyer because they extend the bumper-to-bumper warranty that a new vehicle has. In addition, the powertrain warranty extends the coverage for that aspect of the vehicle as well. This combination helps ensure that the new buyer won't be saddled with an expensive repair bill.

5. Other Perks Are Included

   Lawrence Chevrolet provides two free scheduled maintenance visits on their certified pre-owned vehicles over two years after it's purchased. Buyers can also enjoy a three-month trial of SiriusXM as well as up to three months of OnStar Safety & Security Plan Coverage and Connected Services.

   Getting the right vehicle is the key to customer satisfaction so Lawrence Chevrolet offers a Vehicle Exchange Policy. Within 3 days or 150 miles, a buyer can bring back the vehicle for any reason and exchange it for another that better fits their needs.

   A free vehicle history report is also included with each certified pre-owned vehicle that Lawrence Chevrolet sells. This enables the buyer to learn about the maintenance and repair history of the vehicle they are interested in.

   It's easy to see why certified pre-owned vehicles offer buyers so much. Learn more about what makes Lawrence Chevrolet different, browse through their extensive vehicle options, and take your favorite for a test drive by visiting our dealership in Mechanicsburg, PA.