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Ford vs. GM Manufacturer Certified Pre-owned Autos
Ford vs. GM Manufacturer Certified Pre-owned Autos
Certified auto programs are all a little different. And unfortunately, every auto manufacturer and dealer has a different guideline for evaluating pre-owned cars. Fortunately, all manufacturers limit which cars they accept into the pre-owned certification process. And as the consumer, you can be sure that the testing a manufacturer puts the car through is more thorough and rigorous than any dealer program out there.
So, why buy a certified pre-owned car?
· Refurbished to like-new standards
· Over 100 parts are checked, tested and replaced if needed
· Extended, more comprehensive warranty package
· Like-new car financing options offering lower APRs
· 24/7 Roadside Assistance for the life of your warranty package
· Car rental/ Travel expense reimbursement
· Vehicle history report and crash test ratings
Every car buyer wants the security of knowing that the features the car boasts actually work. We want a guarantee that there is no pre-existing damage or hidden problems that will creep up six months down the road. Certified pre-owned buyers delight in the satisfaction of driving a like-new vehicle at a bargain price, with the extra advantage of the unparalleled limited manufacturer’s warranty that comes with it. Both the GM and Ford manufacturer certifications include a vehicle history report which includes a crash test rating, reliability rating, and a check for safety recalls on the make/model.
· GM accepts only trade-ins less than four years old and with less than 60k miles. They conduct a thorough 117 point inspection. Worn parts are either repaired or replaced. All fluids are changed. And GM offers an extended factory warranty and a 3 day 150 mile money back guarantee.
· The Ford manufacturer certified program accepts cars up to five years old or with less than 50k miles. Scheduled maintenance records are checked and a comprehensive 115 point inspection is conducted to uncover any mechanical or cosmetic flaws. Ford technicians also replace all worn or broken parts, and change all fluids.
There are many certified auto programs out there. Used car dealers everywhere offer some type of certification on the cars that they sell. Buyers should be cautious though, these certification programs are not consistent with any manufacturer’s standards. They often do not include a factory warranty or any guarantee of the reliability of the vehicle even after the inspection. So buyers should be aware, manufacturer certified pre-owned autos are the only way to go for true reliability and peace of mind.
